Cardo SmartSet vs FOBO TPMS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cardo SmartSet
Configure and remotely control compatible Cardo motorcycle communication devices directly from your smartphone. Update firmware, personalize settings, and manage device features on the go.
- On-the-go device configuration
- Remote control operation
- Firmware update management
- Personalize device settings
- Pair with Intercom Buddies
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***THE CARDO SMARTSET APP REQUIRES A COMPATIBLE CARDO DEVICE WITH THE LATEST FIRMWARE UPDATE*** -------------------------- Configure your device on the go! Plus enjoy remote control operation from the screen of your iPhone! The Cardo SmartSet App is compatible with the following models: • scala rider PACKTALK • scala rider SMARTPACK • scala rider G9x • scala rider Q3 • cardo SHO-1 • SRC-System V1.1 • SRC-System Pro V1.1 • LOUIS Special Edition ***For the FREECOM series products download the FREECOM SmartSet app*** Simply download the App, connect the Cardo device to your iPhone and you are all set! Need help with this App or want to give us feedback? Please contact us at appsupport@cardosystems.com NOTE: Before using this App, make sure your Cardo Device is updated with the latest firmware. Updating your device firmware is free of charge and can be done at http://community.cardosystems.com The Cardo Community® platform allows you to update your device firmware, pair with Intercom Buddies, personalize device settings and more. More about us: The scala rider® line of products are considered the most feature-rich, reliable and user-friendly motorcycle communication systems on the market. Cardo products offer long-range bike-to-bike intercom between multiple riders, mobile phone connectivity, music streaming from music players and smartphones, GPS navigation instructions from compatible devices, hands-free and voice-controlled operation and many more features. You can also find us on: YouTube: youtube.com/user/CardoSystemsInc Facebook: facebook.com/cardoscalarider Twitter: twitter.com/CardoScalaRider
FOBO TPMS
This app monitors tire pressure and temperature in real-time using wireless sensors connected via Bluetooth to your smart device. It provides smart alerts for pressure breaches and allows monitoring of multiple vehicles.
- Real-time tire pressure and temperature monitoring
- Remote monitoring status updates
- 24/7 continuous monitoring
- 6-level smart alerts for pressure breaches
- Monitor up to 19 vehicles
- Easy DIY installation
- Quick profile sharing
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FOBO TPMS is a Wireless Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) using Bluetooth connectivity for sensors that works directly with your smart device. Key Features: 1) Real time monitoring of tire pressure and temperature. 2) Remote monitoring status update on connected smartphones. 3) 24x7 Continuous monitoring within Bluetooth range. 4) 6- level smart alerts for tire pressure threshold breach. 5) Concurrent monitoring up to 19 vehicles with one App 6) Easy Do-It-Yourself installation. 7) Quick profile sharing with easy authorisation control. 8) Seamless swap from one smart device to another (Cross pair TM). Specifications: 1) Water proof IP57 (sensors only). 2) Sensor battery life up to 1 year (CR1632) & In-Car unit battery life up to 2 years (AA). 3) Maximum pressure range 116psi (800 Kpa). 4) Ultra lightweight sensors. Only 7.6g. 5) Operation Temperature. Sensors: 20°C to + 85°C. Sensors with common CR1632 batteries: -20°C to + 60°C. 6) Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity for sensors.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: FOBO TPMS at 2.8 against Cardo SmartSet's 2.4. FOBO TPMS also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Cardo SmartSet's advantage is ratings volume (98 vs 19) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FOBO TPMS holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cardo SmartSet has 98 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Cardo SmartSet's written reviews are positive against 40% of FOBO TPMS's.
Cardo SmartSet ships an update every 2 months, FOBO TPMS every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cardo SmartSet | FOBO TPMS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (98 ratings) | 2.8 (19 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 13.9% of reviews | 40.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 98 — better | 19 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cardo Systems, Inc. | Salutica Allied Solutions Sdn Bhd |
Customer experience
Cardo SmartSet
FOBO TPMS
Bugs and requests
Cardo SmartSet
Reported bugs
3 issues- App won't connect to device
- Frequent crashes and connection losses
- Incompatible with certain phone models
Requested features
3 requests- Update app to support latest devices
- Add sound control functionality
- Improve user interface and instructions
FOBO TPMS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cardo SmartSet
No in-app purchases
FOBO TPMS
No in-app purchases
