Tinker DIY
- iPhone
- iPad
What is Tinker DIY?
Tinker DIY is a Lifestyle app that connects users with certified automotive experts for virtual vehicle inspections. It is also used for real-time video guidance on warning lights, strange noises, maintenance and repairs. The listing says no appointment is needed and that inspections are completed through the app.
Pricing. Tinker DIY is free, with no in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Completing a rideshare inspection for Uber or Lyft
- Completing a carsharing inspection for Turo
- Getting guidance on a warning light or unusual noise
Screenshots
Why this app is in B tier
Tinker DIY scores 78 out of 100: rating 95, rating count 73, App Store search rank 45, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and B tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
Tinker: On-Demand Vehicle Inspections & Expert Car Help Get your vehicle inspection done quickly and easily, right from your phone. Tinker gives you on-demand access to certified automotive experts for Uber, Lyft, and Turo inspections, plus real-time help with your car. Get Your Vehicle Inspection Completed On-Demand Need an inspection for rideshare or carsharing purposes? Start your inspection whenever you're ready - no appointment needed. Connect with a certified Tinker mechanic through the app and complete your inspection virtually. Expert Car Help When You Need It Have a question about your car? Talk to a certified mechanic about warning lights, strange noises, maintenance, repairs, and more. Get expert guidance without having to visit a shop. Why Tinker? On-demand access - no appointment needed Virtual vehicle inspections from your phone Certified automotive experts Real-time video guidance Convenient help from wherever you are without a trip to the shop Get three tries to pass if your inspection fails for any reason Whether you need an inspection or help figuring out what's going on with your car, Tinker makes it easier to get expert automotive h
Compare in Car Repair
| Measure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | B | A | C |
| Score | 78 / 100 | 82 / 100 | 70 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.7 ★ | 4.8 ★ | 4.6 ★ |
| Ratings | 2.0K | 60.1K | 9.9K |
| Latest ratings · 180d | — | 3.0 ★ · 20 reviews | 2.3 ★ · 12 reviews |
| Last update | 9d ago | 67d ago | 5d ago |
| Price | Free | Free | Free download |
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Questions about Tinker DIY
Is the app free to install?
The app is free to download.
Are inspections done in person?
The listing says inspections are completed virtually through the app with a certified Tinker mechanic. It names Uber, Lyft and Turo as platforms the inspections are for.
What happens if my inspection fails?
You get three tries to pass if your inspection fails for any reason. It does not describe how the retries work or whether they cost extra.
Is Tinker DIY free?
Yes. Tinker DIY is free on the App Store, with no in-app purchases.
What is Tinker DIY good for?
Tinker DIY is built for completing a rideshare inspection for uber or lyft, completing a carsharing inspection for turo, getting guidance on a warning light or unusual noise. It sits in the car repair list on AppTierList.
Is Tinker DIY worth it?
Tinker DIY is B tier, ranked #6 of 9 car repair apps with a score of 78 out of 100, from a 4.7 App Store rating across 1,974 ratings. Good, and 5 apps rank above it.
How does Tinker DIY compare to My Firestone?
Tinker DIY is B tier at 78; My Firestone is A tier at 82. My Firestone ranks higher. Tinker DIY is free, with no in-app purchases, My Firestone is free, with no in-app purchases.
How often is Tinker DIY updated?
Tinker DIY was updated 9 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- List
- Car Repair
- Tier
- B (Good)
- Score
- 78 / 100
- Rank in list
- #6 of 9
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free
- App Store rating
- 4.7 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 1,974
- Current version
- (9 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Lifestyle
- Good for
- Completing a rideshare inspection for Uber or Lyft, Completing a carsharing inspection for Turo, Getting guidance on a warning light or unusual noise
- Requires
- iOS 15.1 or later
- Size
- 116 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 1
- Runs on
- iPhone, iPad
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
App Store data read · ranking · how it is computed