Pay Only for the Car Help You Need
Tinker offers transparent flat rate pricing with no hidden fees.
From Quick Fixes to Deep Dives. We’ve Got You Covered.
Quick Fix Call
$19.99/ per call
20 mins
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1 video chat (20 mins)
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Live expert mechanic help
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No appointments needed
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Expert matching to your car's make
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No hidden fees
Deep Dive With An Expert
Great for in-depth diagnostics or repair walkthroughs—one longer call to save time and get all your questions answered.
$29.99/ per call
45 mins
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1 video chat (45 mins)
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Live expert mechanic help
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No appointments needed
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Expert matching to your car's make
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No hidden fees
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Save up to 33% with this extended session.
Quick Fix Subscription
3 x 20 Mins
For when one call isn’t enough—flexible support for small issues and peace of mind along the way.
$47.98/ 3 months
Save 20%
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3 video chats (20 mins each)
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Live expert mechanic help
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No appointments needed
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Expert matching to your car's make
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No hidden fees
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Subscription renews every 3 month
Deep Dive Subscription
3 x 45 Mins
For larger projects or recurring issues—three extended sessions to go deeper, get consistent expert support, and save more.
$71.98/ 3 months
Save 20% On 3 Calls
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3 video chats (45 mins each)
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Live expert mechanic help
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No appointments needed
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Expert matching to your car's make
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No hidden fees
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Save up to 33% with this extended session
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Subscription renews every 3 month
Comparison Table
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Monthly Fees
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0$
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$12.99
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$8.99
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0.7% |
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Transaction Fees
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$2.9% + 30¢
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$2.9% + 30¢ |
N/A
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10¢ |
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Form Payments
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Recurring Billing
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Mobile Payments
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Frequently Ask Questions
Everything you need to know about our app, our services, process, and payment. Check full FAQ here. Still can't find the answer you're looking for? Please contact us at support@tinkerdiy.com
I’m having car problems; how can I get help?
Which forms of payments do you accept?
When do my calls expire?
How do I reconnect with an Expert from a previous call?
Follow the steps below to reconnect with a specific Expert.
- Open the Tinker app and tap on the “Activity” tab.
- You will see a list of all the Experts you’ve previously spoken with.
- Select the call you want to review.
- On the call details screen, you will see the name of the Expert and a “Reconnect” button at the bottom of the screen.
Oops! My call dropped! How do I rejoin?
If your call drops during a call with an Expert, you will be given the option to rejoin the call when you reopen the app within 5-minute timeframe. You will see the “reconnect” feature on the app.
For vehicle issues, please use the TinkerDIY app to connect with an Expert mechanic.
For all other inquiries, you can reach us at support@tinkerdiy.com.
Which Android version do I need?
Android version 12 or higher is required to download the Tinker app.
We currently have optimized the experience for the following devices:
- Samsung
- Pixel