Torque Pro vs. Fusion vs. others, which one???

So I just got a OBD2 bluetooth reader and now am looking for a good app to show ATF temp. Which one does it best for the price? I know it takes some work to get Torque pro working with custom PID's and stuff, but how about Fusion, does it work out of the box or do you have to pay more for "add-on" packages? Is there other apps that can show ATF temps out of the box for a reasonable price?

 

I successfully read ATF pan temp and ATF torque converter temp using Fusion for iOS without the add-on package over the weekend during my 30k tranny flush. Followed what was done in https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/how-to-get-transmission-temps-on-fusion-app-for-ios.359279/

Using ODBD II reader:
Veepeak Mini WiFi OBD2 Scanner for iOS and Android, Car OBD II Check Engine Light Diagnostic Code Reader Scan Tool Supports Torque Pro, OBD Fusion, Car Scanner App

 

How much was the Fusion app and add-on?

 

I tried the Fusion app with a Toyota add on. It is a very nice looking app, however, I found some of the readings were way off. I was pretty sure my Tacoma was not getting 75mpg, so I didn't have much confidence in it and I asked for a refund. I think with the Toyota add on, it was $20-25.
Torque Pro looks more "dated", but it only costs $5. The transmission temperature PIDs are available and easily entered into the program. Torque Pro's readouts seem fairly accurate.
In defense of Fusion, my 2005 does not have all the sensors a 2015 may have, so it may be a better value with a later model truck. If your vehicle doesn't have a sensor, no app is going to provide data.

 

I use the fusion. I purchased the add on so I could get pan temp and converter temp withputbthe hassle.

It’s fine. Really just a novelty, but I do use it for trans fluid swaps.

 

How much was the add-on?

 

Was the $20-$25 with the Apple version or android?

 

I don’t remember. $10 maybe?

 

I paid $9.99 for the Fusion iOS (Apple) application.
Toyota Add-On is $9.99 as well. Total of $19.98.

However I did not buy the Add On pack to get ATF pan temp. Just refer to https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/how-to-get-transmission-temps-on-fusion-app-for-ios.359279/ for the formula to create your own user defined PID. Once the User Defined PID is created, you can create a new dashboard widget that is backed by the User Defined PID.

 

That's interesting. This whole time I thought the add-on pack included ATF temps. Or is that for Apple products only?

 

Not sure.

 

Has anyone had success using the Fusion app in reading engine oil temperature and miles to empty for gas? in an earlier generation 2nd gen tacoma.

thanks