RepairBuddy: AI Repair & DIY
What is RepairBuddy?
RepairBuddy is a free-to-download productivity app that takes a problem described in plain words, or a photo or short video of the item, and suggests the most likely cause. It then writes repair steps and shows the safety precautions for each job before the first step. Repairs are saved to a history so they can be reopened later.
Pricing. RepairBuddy: AI Repair & DIY is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Diagnosing a washing machine that will not spin
- Working out a warning light on a car dashboard
- Fixing a dripping kitchen faucet or slow drain
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Why this app is in A tier
RepairBuddy scores 86 out of 100: rating 93, rating count 78, App Store search rank 72, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and A tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
RepairBuddy turns a broken appliance, a car fault or a leaking pipe into a repair plan you can follow at home. Describe the problem in your own words, or add a photo or a short video of the item. RepairBuddy works out the most likely cause and writes step-by-step instructions for someone standing in front of the thing that is broken. WHAT YOU CAN FIX • Home appliances. A washing machine that will not spin. A fridge that stops cooling. An oven that will not heat. • Cars and vehicles. A warning light on the dash. Fluid dripping under the car. A noise that started this week. • Plumbing. A dripping kitchen faucet. A slow drain. A toilet that keeps running. • Phones, PCs and tablets. A cracked screen. A battery that drains by lunchtime. A device that will not charge. HOW IT WORKS 1. Start a repair and describe the issue in plain words. 2. Add a photo or a short video of the broken part, so nothing is lost in description. 3. Read the most likely cause, then work through the repair steps in order. 4. Mark the repair as fixed when it is done, or start a new one. SAFETY FIRST Every repair opens with the precautions for that specific job. Unplug the appliance. Shut off the water supply.
Compare in Car Repair
| Measure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | A | A | A |
| Score | 86 / 100 | 86 / 100 | 85 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.6 ★ | 4.8 ★ | 4.6 ★ |
| Ratings | 4.7K | 128K | 25.9K |
| Latest ratings · 180d | — | 3.5 ★ · 20 reviews | 3.4 ★ · 20 reviews |
| Last update | 4d ago | 15d ago | 2d ago |
| Price | Free + IAP | Free | Free + IAP |
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Questions about RepairBuddy
Do I need to pay to use RepairBuddy?
The app is free to download. The listing says some features are available for free, while full access requires a subscription. In-app purchases are not listed, and the subscription price is not stated on the App Store.
Can I use a photo or video instead of typing a description?
Yes. You can add a photo or a short video of the broken part, so details are not lost in a written description.
Does RepairBuddy cover gas or mains electricity repairs?
The listing says RepairBuddy gives guidance, not a guarantee. It advises stopping and calling a qualified professional for gas, mains electricity, or any job you are not comfortable doing.
Is RepairBuddy free?
RepairBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases.
What is RepairBuddy good for?
RepairBuddy is built for diagnosing a washing machine that will not spin, working out a warning light on a car dashboard, fixing a dripping kitchen faucet or slow drain. It sits in the car repair list on AppTierList.
Is RepairBuddy worth it?
RepairBuddy is A tier, ranked #3 of 9 car repair apps with a score of 86 out of 100, from a 4.6 App Store rating across 4,699 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 2 apps rank above it.
How does RepairBuddy compare to CARFAX Car Care?
RepairBuddy is A tier at 86; CARFAX Car Care is A tier at 86. They score the same. RepairBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases, CARFAX Car Care is free, with no in-app purchases.
How often is RepairBuddy updated?
RepairBuddy was updated 4 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- List
- Car Repair (A tier, #3)
- Tier
- A (Excellent)
- Score
- 86 / 100
- Rank in list
- #3 of 9
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free + IAP
- App Store rating
- 4.6 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 4,699
- Current version
- (4 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Productivity
- Good for
- Diagnosing a washing machine that will not spin, Working out a warning light on a car dashboard, Fixing a dripping kitchen faucet or slow drain
- Requires
- iOS 17.0 or later
- Size
- 85 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 10
- Runs on
- iPhone
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
App Store data read · ranking · how it is computed