Comparison

Bimmer Telemetry vs UmayEvim

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bimmer Telemetry

Features
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SEE YOUR BATTERY’S CURRENT CAPACITY On compatible electric and plug-in hybrid BMW models, see the current usable battery capacity in kWh and live charging power - not just a percentage. Bimmer Telemetry is made for more than EVs. Gasoline, diesel, hybrid or electric: view every supported signal your vehicle provides, from tyres, doors and climate to location, actual mileage and upcoming service. No OBD dongle, cable or extra hardware is needed. Connect remotely through your own BMW CarData account and turn official vehicle signals into a clear, elegant dashboard on iPhone and iPad. SEE CHARGING AS IT HAPPENS • Current charging power in kW • AC or DC charging status • Time to full and target charge • Charging-port status UNDERSTAND YOUR BATTERY • Current usable battery capacity in kWh • State of charge and battery health • High-voltage and 12 V battery data • Electric range, consumption and mileage MORE THAN A CHARGING SCREEN Check doors, windows, locks, trunk, hood and alarm status. View measured and target tyre pressure, tyre temperature, climate data, cabin and exterior temperature, and more. See your vehicle on a live map and open its location in Apple Maps. EVERY VALUE EXPLAINED Tap any data point for a description based on BMW’s Telematics Data Catalogue. No more guessing what a signal means. PRIVATE BY DESIGN There are no developer accounts, ads, analytics or tracking SDKs. Vehicle data travels directly between your device and BMW CarData and is never sent to our servers. Tokens stay in the iOS Keychain, while cached data remains on your device. TRY BEFORE YOU CONNECT Explore a realistic BMW iX in free Demo Mode - no account required. Bimmer Telemetry Pro unlocks your own vehicle with a one-month free trial, followed by a monthly subscription. SETUP AND COMPATIBILITY Connecting your vehicle requires your own BMW CarData account and a free Client ID. Step-by-step guidance is included. Availability varies by market. CarData supports compatible BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Toyota Supra vehicles; electrified models provide the richest experience. Bimmer Telemetry is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by BMW AG or the other vehicle manufacturers mentioned. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

UmayEvim

Features
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UmayEvim gives you complete control over your electric vehicle charging — plan ahead, monitor in real time, and understand your usage. KEY FEATURES Smart Charge Scheduling Plan your charging sessions in advance to save time and optimize energy use. Detailed Charge History Keep a full record of every charging session, so you always know when, where, and how much you charged. Usage Analytics Visualize your charging patterns with clear, insightful graphs that help you understand your habits over time. Charging Station Network Configuration Set up and manage your charging stations for smooth, reliable performance. Whether you're an individual EV owner or managing a network of charging stations, UmayEvim helps you stay organized, save time, and make smarter charging decisions.

Screenshots

Bimmer Telemetry3 screens
UmayEvim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UmayEvim at none against Bimmer Telemetry's 1. UmayEvim also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bimmer Telemetry sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. UmayEvim asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bimmer Telemetry ships an update every 6 weeks, UmayEvim every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Bimmer Telemetry versus UmayEvim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBimmer TelemetryUmayEvim
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDumitru DavidovPulseEv

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bimmer Telemetry

Subscriptions1
  • Bimmer Telemetry Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
None

UmayEvim

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bimmer Telemetry free?
Bimmer Telemetry is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UmayEvim free?
UmayEvim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bimmer Telemetry or UmayEvim have ads?
Neither Bimmer Telemetry nor UmayEvim shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bimmer Telemetry or UmayEvim?
Bimmer Telemetry ships an update every 6 weeks, and UmayEvim every 4 days. Most recently, Bimmer Telemetry was updated on September 24, 2026 and UmayEvim on September 12, 2026.

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