# RaceChip vs MKFlasher

The clearest difference is rating: MKFlasher at 3.0 against RaceChip's 2.2. MKFlasher also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). RaceChip's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ratings volume (32 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MKFlasher sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. RaceChip asks for nothing beyond the download.

MKFlasher holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RaceChip has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

RaceChip ships an update every 2 months, MKFlasher monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RaceChip | MKFlasher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/racechip/id940731928/reviews) | **[3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mkflasher/id1544562450/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 31.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 52 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RaceChip Chiptuning GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/989102959) | [Gabriel M Kozma](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544562452) |

## What reviewers say

### RaceChip

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/racechip/id940731928)

Enhance your car's performance with this app, controlling both chip tuning and throttle tuning products via Bluetooth. Customize engine power and throttle response with multiple performance settings for a more dynamic driving experience.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth control for chip tuning, Adjustable performance settings (Efficiency, Sport, Race), Throttle tuning with 7 stages, Customizable throttle response, Fuel saving modes, Engine power enhancement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### MKFlasher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mkflasher/id1544562450)

Monitor your BMW's engine performance in real-time, read and clear fault codes, and capture detailed data logs. This tool allows for customizable dashboards and analysis of modifications and tune results.

**Highlights:** Real-time engine parameter monitoring, Customizable live dashboard, Read and clear fault codes, Record and export performance data logs, Multi-system diagnostics, Smart value tracking

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| License for the connected car | $23.99 | one-time |
| License for the connected car | $29.99 | one-time |
| License for the connected car | $39.99 | one-time |
| N54 Logger Master | $69.99 | one-time |
| N20 Logger Master | $69.99 | one-time |
| N55 E Series Logger Master | $69.99 | one-time |
| N55 Logger Master | $79.99 | one-time |
| B58 Logger Master | $89.99 | one-time |
| S55 Logger Master | $99.99 | one-time |
| S58 Logger Master | $99.99 | one-time |
| S63 Logger Master | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RaceChip free?

RaceChip is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MKFlasher free?

MKFlasher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RaceChip or MKFlasher?

MKFlasher is rated higher. RaceChip averages 2.2 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while MKFlasher averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do RaceChip or MKFlasher have ads?

Neither RaceChip nor MKFlasher shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RaceChip or MKFlasher?

RaceChip ships an update every 2 months, and MKFlasher monthly. Most recently, RaceChip was updated on September 21, 2026 and MKFlasher on September 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*