Comparison

MATCO TOOLS vs TopGuru

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

Head to head
About

MATCO TOOLS

This utility app transforms your smartphone into a sound and vibration detection tool. It assists technicians in identifying issues in vehicles and machinery by pinpointing rattles, squeaks, and grinding sounds. Requires additional hardware to function.

Highlights
  • Sound and vibration detection
  • Locates defective or worn parts
  • Analog and digital display options
  • Adjustable sound level settings
  • User information guide included
  • Background sound off-setting
Features
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The Matco Tools SmartEAR1 Sound & Vibration Detection app was developed to help assist the service technician in locating and finding defective or worn parts in automobiles, heavy machinery or industrial equipment where vibration, rattles, squeaks and grinding sounds would be associated making the task very difficult or impossible to diagnose. When used with our specially designed hardware kits your smartphone will be transformed into a state of the art Sound & Vibration Detection Technicians Tool allowing for ease of locating and finding those troubled areas. NOTE: Additional hardware is required to use this app. For information on how to purchase hardware please contact your local Matco Tools Distributor or call 1-866-BUY-TOOL**** Features: User friendly interface and intuitive operation. Sound level reading displays average, peak and real-time values. Sound level readings are displayed in either Analog or Digital. Analog and Digital readings have 2 display panels the user can choose from. Analog Meter or Analog Wave-Form. Digital Numeric or Digital Bar Graph. Background sound off-setting, sample rates, decibel off-setting can be manually be set. Reset/Refresh buttons reset/refresh values to default settings. Sound Level Reading Sampling Rate Decibel Off-set Master Volume Control User information guide includes informative facts about sound perception and permissible noise level exposure as well as a sound level comparison reference chart. Additional Information: Required: Any iOS device running iOS5.0+. Recommended: iPhone 4 and newer/ iPod Touch 4 and newer. Compatible: iPad 2 and newer.

About

TopGuru

Transform your phone or tablet into a powerful vehicle diagnostic tool via Bluetooth. Access full system diagnosis, OBDII functions, bi-directional controls, and essential maintenance services for a wide range of car brands. Generate detailed diagnostic reports for efficient troubleshooting.

Highlights
  • Full System Diagnosis
  • Full OBD2 Functions
  • Bi-directional Control
  • 8 Special Maintenance Functions
  • AutoVIN Vehicle Identification
  • Diagnostic Report Generation
  • Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 Connection
Features
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Easily link the app with your Phone or Tablet using Bluetooth, transforming your devices into a smart and high-powered diagnostic tool! Packed with essential features like complete OBDII functionality, all system diagnosis, Bi-Directional controls, AutoVIN, automatic diagnostic reports, and more, this Bluetooth OBDII scan tool is a must-have for technicians. Its versatility shines through with eight maintenance service functions and coverage for over 60 vehicle brands, making the product a portable and adaptable auto scanner. Main Features: 1. Full System Diagnosis: Covers Engine, Transmission, Airbag, ABS, ESP, TPMS, Immobilizer, Gateway, Steering, Radio, Air Conditioning, and more. 2. Full OBD2 Functions: works as an OBD2 code reader and performs all 10 modes of OBD2 testing free for life. 3. Bi-directional Control: Easily locate issues with active tests. 4. 8 Special Functions: Perform Oil Reset, Throttle Adaptation, EPB Reset, BMS Reset, and more. 5. Repair Data Library: Includes DTC Repair Guide, Technical Service Bulletin, DLC Location, Warning Light Library. 6. AutoVIN: Enables automatic vehicle identification for quick diagnosis. 7. Wireless Connection: Utilizes Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 feet/10m. 8. Graphs, Values, and Dashboard-like Data Display: Ensures easy interpretation of information. 9. Generate Diagnostic Reports: Obtain detailed reports for Systems, Fault Codes, or Data Streams. 10. Pro version features 13 reset functions and IMMO capability. Terms of Use (EULA): https://plat.topdon.com/topdon-plat/out-user/baseinfo/template/getHtmlContentById?softCode=TopScan_DisplaySW_iOS&language=7&type=25

Screenshots

MATCO TOOLS4 screens
TopGuru4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TopGuru at 3.5 against MATCO TOOLS's 2.3. TopGuru also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and review sentiment (29% vs 0%). MATCO TOOLS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 30). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. TopGuru sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. MATCO TOOLS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TopGuru holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TopGuru has 409 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of MATCO TOOLS's written reviews are positive against 29% of TopGuru's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MATCO TOOLS ships an update every 6 months, TopGuru every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
MATCO TOOLS versus TopGuru: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMATCO TOOLSTopGuru
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (8 ratings)3.5 (409 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews29.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8409 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#162 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB2.2 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJS Products, Inc.HK TOPDON TECHNOLOGY Co., LIMITED

Customer experience

MATCO TOOLS

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative62.5%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

TopGuru

All ratings409 ratings
Positive60.1%
Neutral8.3%
Negative31.5%
Written reviews191 reviews
Positive29.3%
Neutral13.1%
Negative57.6%

Bugs and requests

MATCO TOOLS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

TopGuru

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incompatibility with certain vehicle models
  • Login and account issues
  • Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity

Requested features

3 requests
  • iPad optimization and full-screen support
  • Expanded vehicle coverage, especially for motorcycles
  • Ability to save and export diagnostic data

In-app purchases

None

MATCO TOOLS

No in-app purchases

21 purchases

TopGuru

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Auto-renewal$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Auto-renewal$19.001 Month
  • Quarterly Auto-renewal$24.993 Months
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  • Annual Auto-renewal$49.991 Year
  • Annual Auto-renewal$99.001 Year
One-time16
  • Renault Gateway 1-Token$11.99
  • Diag Bundle Renewal3 variants$49.99
  • TopGuru Diagnostic Bundle$49.99
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  • TopGuru IMMO Bundle$49.99
  • Renewal Bundle4 variants$99.00
  • TopScan Pro Renewal Bundle3 variants$99.00
  • Harley Moto Software$99.99
  • Harley Moto Software Renewal$99.99
  • Moto Diag Bundle Renewal-Moto$99.99
  • Moto Diag Bundle$99.99
  • Moto Diag Bundle Renewal$99.99
  • 22 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$129.99
  • Renault Gateway 10 Tokens$129.99
  • Renault Gateway 5 Tokens$147.99
  • 17 Special Functions Bundle2 variants$179.00
  • FCA Gateway 1-year (EU only)$229.99

Questions

Is MATCO TOOLS free?
MATCO TOOLS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TopGuru free?
TopGuru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MATCO TOOLS or TopGuru?
TopGuru is rated higher. MATCO TOOLS averages 2.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while TopGuru averages 3.5 from 409 ratings.
Do MATCO TOOLS or TopGuru have ads?
Neither MATCO TOOLS nor TopGuru shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MATCO TOOLS or TopGuru?
MATCO TOOLS ships an update every 6 months, and TopGuru every 3 weeks. Most recently, MATCO TOOLS was updated on October 3, 2026 and TopGuru on October 18, 2026.

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