AKOS Test Net vs BMDash Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AKOS Test Net
This utility app tests your internet connection's service quality, including download/upload speeds and ping. It also performs quality of service tests to check for net neutrality compliance, offering a clear traffic-light evaluation of results.
- Speed test (download, upload, ping)
- Quality of service tests
- Net neutrality compliance checks
- Map view of test results
- In-depth statistics
- Traffic-light evaluation system
- Synchronize results across devices
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The AKOS Test Net allows users to obtain information on the current service quality of their Internet connection in the context of net neutrality and provides them with comprehensive information, including statistical data. The AKOS Test Net provides: - a speed test for download speed, upload speed and round trip time (ping); - several quality of service tests, which tells the end-user if the operator is acting net neutral. This includes testing of TCP-/UDP-ports, a VOIP/jitter test, proxy tests, DNS tests, etc.; - a map view of all test results with filter options for test parameters, statistics, operator, device and time of day; - several in-depth statistics; - a red/yellow/green evaluation of the test result (“traffic-light”-system); - the option to synchronize results of various devices and display them in the browser; - the user’s own test history;
BMDash Pro
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BMDash is built for BMW drivers who want to see what their car is doing in real time. Connect your iPhone directly to the vehicle through ENET or a supported OBD Wi-Fi adapter and monitor live data from supported BMW control units — without creating an account or using a cloud connection for normal vehicle monitoring. SEE YOUR BMW LIVE BMDash brings important vehicle data together on a focused dashboard designed to be readable while driving, testing or diagnosing vehicle behavior. Depending on vehicle support, available data can include engine and transmission temperatures, boost pressure, RPM, oil pressure, fuel pressure, lambda, intake temperature, ignition timing, engine load, knock status and more. BUILD THE DASHBOARD YOU WANT BMDash PRO expands the available sensor set and allows the Dashboard to be customized around the information you want to monitor. Supported parameters can also display current, minimum and maximum values to make changes easier to track during a drive. ENGINE PERFORMANCE The dedicated Engine Performance screen provides a deeper view of engine operation. Supported vehicles can display: • Per-cylinder ignition timing • Per-cylinder misfire information • Boost actual and target • HPFP and LPFP pressure • Throttle position • Engine load • Lambda • Knock status EXHAUST FLAP CONTROL On compatible BMW vehicles equipped with supported factory exhaust flap hardware, BMDash can control the exhaust flaps directly from the app. DIRECT CONNECTION BMDash supports: • ENET • OBD Wi-Fi The app automatically identifies supported vehicles and control units where possible and selects the appropriate data configuration. TRY IT WITHOUT A CAR Demo Mode allows you to explore the BMDash interface and dashboards without connecting to a vehicle. BMDASH PRO BMDash PRO is a one-time in-app purchase — no subscription required. PRO includes Dashboard customization, additional vehicle data, Engine Performance, supported exhaust flap control and other PRO functionality. REAL-WORLD DEVELOPMENT BMDash is actively developed and regularly improved with new features, vehicle support and refinements. Development and real-world testing are performed using a BMW M5 Competition (F90), helping validate connection behavior, live vehicle data and app functionality in actual use. Vehicle data and feature availability depend on model, model year, installed control units, software configuration and connection method. Connection instructions and support: bmdash.app/support/ BMDash is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by BMW AG.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AKOS Test Net at none against BMDash Pro's 1. BMDash Pro's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). 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
Both are free to download. BMDash Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AKOS Test Net asks for nothing beyond the download.
AKOS Test Net ships an update every 3 months, BMDash Pro weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AKOS Test Net | BMDash Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (20 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 20 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Agencija za komunikacijska omrežja in storitve Republike Slovenije | Dmytro Butenko |
In-app purchases
AKOS Test Net
No in-app purchases
BMDash Pro
- BMDash PRO$14.99
Questions
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