JB4 Mobile vs DashLink 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JB4 Mobile
This app acts as a mobile data logger and display for vehicles equipped with a JB4 tuner. It allows users to monitor and log various engine parameters, view data in real-time, and adjust settings for performance tuning.
- Live gauge monitoring
- Data logging and graphing
- User adjustable settings
- WMI settings modification
- On-the-fly map switching
- Code reading and deletion
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The brand new JB4 Mobile application is finally ready for public release and has lots of great new features including: *Gauge theme customizations *Built-in raw CSV data viewer *Revamped User Adj./WMI data editors *New modern UI completely rewritten from the ground up *More seamless integration with our backend servers JB4 Connect Kit Users: 1) Install the Connect Kit per the installation guide for your vehicle 2) Create your account/sign in with this app 3) Ensure JB4 Mobile has all requested permissions 4) Tap the Connect button in JB4 Mobile About The App: JB4 Mobile is a mobile data logger and display for use with the JB4 tuner from Burger Motorsports. JB4 Mobile allows you to monitor and log multiple parameters from your JB4 equipped car. Parameters such as boost, rpm, fuel trims, air/fuel ratios, ignition advance and much more are available. Current Features: Live gauges Data logging Data graphing Log export via email Code reading/deletion Modify User Adj. (boost, fuel, etc.) settings Modify WMI settings Switch maps on the fly Auto WOT logging JB4 Firmware Updating JB4 ® is a registered trademark of Burger Motorsports Inc ® and is used with written permission.
DashLink 2
Transform your iOS device into a virtual dashboard for your vehicle. Monitor engine performance, track fuel economy, and diagnose trouble codes. Customize your display for instant feedback on your car's performance.
- Virtual dashboard display
- Monitor vehicle performance
- Track fuel economy
- Read/clear trouble codes
- Customizable data layout
- OBD-II/EOBD compliant support
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DashLink is a plug-n-play virtual dashboard system for your vehicle that allows you to display AutoMeter gauges and data acquisition on your iOS mobile device. Monitor vehicle and engine performance, track fuel economy, read and clear vehicle trouble codes and check engine lights. AutoMeter DashLink puts you in control. The DashLink system is a matched hardware and software solution to provide optimal wireless communication to your mobile device and works exclusively with the AutoMeter DashLink Control Module, models 6035 or 6036, which is also required. To purchase the DashLink OBD-II Control Module, please visit your local retailer, on-line retailer, or go to www.autometer.com/dashlink. This advanced hardware and software package provides instant feedback on how your vehicle is performing. Customize the look and feel of your virtual dash board with an easy to use interface. Personalize your data layout with DashLink. DashLink supports all OBD-II and EOBD compliant vehicles sold worldwide. Please verify that your vehicle is OBD-II/EOBD compliant before purchasing! For more info and a full listing of parameters available, see: www.autometer.com/dashlink
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: DashLink 2 at Free against JB4 Mobile's $27.99. DashLink 2 also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). JB4 Mobile's advantage is review sentiment (52% vs 9%) and rating (3.8 vs 3.5). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
DashLink 2 is free to download; JB4 Mobile costs $27.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
JB4 Mobile holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JB4 Mobile has 239 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of JB4 Mobile's written reviews are positive against 9% of DashLink 2's.
JB4 Mobile ships an update every 3 months, DashLink 2 every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JB4 Mobile | DashLink 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $27.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.8 (239 ratings) — better | 3.5 (22 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.4% of reviews — better | 9.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 239 — better | 22 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #4 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 92 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dmac Mobile Developments, LLC | Auto Meter Products, Inc. |
Customer experience
JB4 Mobile
DashLink 2
Bugs and requests
JB4 Mobile
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes
- Can't connect to server
- Mirrored/inverted display
- Compatibility issues with new iOS versions
- Trouble logging in
Requested features
5 requests- Add CarPlay support
- Allow customizing map names
- Add more gauge styling options
- Improve UI and layout
- Integrate with Apple Carplay
DashLink 2
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
JB4 Mobile
No in-app purchases
DashLink 2
No in-app purchases
