Comparison

iOBD2 vs DeepScan OBD2 Scanner

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

Head to head
About

iOBD2

Transform your iPhone or iPod touch into a powerful vehicle diagnostic tool for VW, SKODA, AUDI, and SEAT cars. Read and clear fault codes with model-specific explanations, accessing more data than standard OBD readers.

Highlights
  • Vehicle diagnostic tool
  • Read fault codes
  • Clear fault codes
  • Model-specific explanations
  • Access all compatible ECUs
  • In-depth car checks
Features
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iOBD2-VW is an app for your VW/SKODA/AUDI/SEAT car. It makes your iPhone/iPod touch into a cool vehicle diagnostic tool to read VW/SKODA/AUDI/SEAT car data. With this app you can read out VW/SKODA/AUDI/SEAT fault codes like the experts. While OBD Readers are limited to a small number of electronic control units and even a smaller number of fault codes, this app reads out practically all compatible electronic control units. Normally this is only possible with very expensive expert equipment. Now you can check your car yourself in-depth! It provides model specific fault code explanations, and you can even clear the stored VW/SKODA/AUDI/SEAT fault codes - not just OBD! Note: This software can only work with the iOBD2 interface which was activated successfully from XTooltech Company. For more details, please contact the seller.Thanks! Visit the iOBD2 product page for more info: www.iobd2.com

About

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner

Transform your phone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Access full system diagnostics, special maintenance functions, and bi-directional controls. Generate detailed reports and utilize a comprehensive repair data library.

Highlights
  • Full system diagnosis
  • Special maintenance functions
  • Bi-directional controls
  • Automatic diagnostic reports
  • Repair data library
  • Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connection
Features
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Connect the DeepScan to your Phone via Bluetooth and turn your devices into a smart and powerful diagnostic tool! The Bluetooth OBDII scan tool is loaded with essential features such as full OBDII functionality, full system diagnosis, Bi-Directional controls, AutoVIN, automatic diagnostic reports, and more. 8 maintenance service functions and coverage for 100+ vehicle brands make the DeepScan a versatile and portable auto scanner for technicians. Key Features: 1. Full System Diagnosis: Engine, Transmission, Airbag, ABS, ESP, TPMS, Immobilizer, Gateway, Steering, Radio, Air Conditioning and more. 2. All-system diagnostic basic functions: access ECU info, read fault codes, clear fault codes, read data stream. 3. 13 special functions: Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, BMS Reset, and more. 4. Bi-directional control to target problems easily. 5. Wireless Connection, Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 feet/10m. Works on iOS 11.0 or above, compact and portable. 6. Repair Data Library: DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletin, DLC Location, Warning Light Library. 7. Graph, value and dashboard-like data display for easy interpretation.  8. Generate Diagnostic reports for System, Fault Codes, or Data Streams. 9. Feedback function enables users to submit issues and requests to us in a convenient way. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iOBD24 screens
DeepScan OBD2 Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DeepScan OBD2 Scanner at 5.0 against iOBD2's 2.3. iOBD2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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. DeepScan OBD2 Scanner sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. iOBD2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iOBD2 has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iOBD2 ships an update every 3 months, DeepScan OBD2 Scanner every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iOBD2 versus DeepScan OBD2 Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriOBD2DeepScan OBD2 Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB2.0 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Yunjia Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd.Changsha Angsi E-commerce Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

iOBD2

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative78.6%

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

iOBD2

No in-app purchases

18 purchases

DeepScan OBD2 Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Auto-renewal$9.991 Month
  • Quarterly Auto-renewal$24.993 Months
  • Annual Auto-renewal$49.991 Year
One-time15
  • 22 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$129.99
  • Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
  • Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only)$147.99
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  • Nissan Gateway 5 Tokens (EU only)$147.99
  • Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
  • FCA Gateway 1-year Access (EU only)$229.99
  • VW SFD Gateway 1-year Access$229.99
  • Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$254.99
  • Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only)$254.99
  • Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$254.99
  • Nissan Gateway 10 Tokens (EU only)$254.99
  • Renault Gateway 20 Tokens$464.99
  • Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only)$464.99
  • Renault Gateway 20 Tokens$464.99
  • Nissan Gateway 20 Tokens (EU only)$464.99

Questions

Is iOBD2 free?
iOBD2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DeepScan OBD2 Scanner free?
DeepScan OBD2 Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iOBD2 or DeepScan OBD2 Scanner?
DeepScan OBD2 Scanner is rated higher. iOBD2 averages 2.3 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while DeepScan OBD2 Scanner averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do iOBD2 or DeepScan OBD2 Scanner have ads?
Neither iOBD2 nor DeepScan OBD2 Scanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iOBD2 or DeepScan OBD2 Scanner?
iOBD2 ships an update every 3 months, and DeepScan OBD2 Scanner every 2 months. Most recently, iOBD2 was updated on October 20, 2026 and DeepScan OBD2 Scanner on October 7, 2026.

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