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Looking for a carVertical alternative? Try Carlytics — same EU databases, more affordable

Last updated: May 2026

Looking for a carVertical alternative? Carlytics pulls from the same EU databases — 900M+ vehicles, 52M+ MOT records, 47+ countries cross-checked, 99.7% decode accuracy — and delivers it at one flat price, more affordable than carVertical, with no subscription.

Built for European used-car buyers, especially cross-border buyers — Polish or Romanian buyers checking German listings, Italian buyers checking Spanish ones, and so on. Free VIN decode up-front, full paid report when you are ready.

EUR 8.90 — one flat price
More affordable than carVertical
900M+ vehicles · 52M+ MOT
Same EU databases, 47+ countries
99.7% decode accuracy
Free VIN decode up-front
Instant report
Online + PDF, in seconds

Carlytics vs. carVertical

Both services tap the same EU registries. The honest summary: similar data depth, similar coverage — different pricing model and product design.

What you care aboutCarlyticscarVertical
PricingOne flat price, no subscriptionTiered bundles, more expensive per report
EU data coverageSame EU databases — 47+ countries cross-checkedComparable EU coverage
Vehicle records900M+ vehicles, 52M+ MOT recordsSimilar scale
Decode accuracy99.7% on the free VIN decodeNot published
Free VIN decode before payingYes — full decode, no accountTypically paid-only
Checkout frictionNo account required, single paymentAccount, optional upsells
Cost to compare several carsAffordable when shortlistingAdds up across multiple checks

Qualitative comparison. Specific carVertical pricing changes over time — verify their current offer before you buy.

Pricing — kept simple

One flat price for the full report. No subscription, no recurring charges, no minimum bundles. Buy when you need it.

One-time payment

Carlytics full VIN report

EUR 8.90one-time, no subscription
  • Free VIN decode included up-front
  • Mileage and odometer history checks
  • Theft / stolen vehicle lookup
  • Accident & damage records where available
  • Active safety recalls
  • Market value estimate
  • Running cost estimate
  • PDF download + 30 days online access

What a report covers

Every Carlytics report focuses on the questions a buyer actually asks before handing over money.

Mileage & odometer
Cross-checked readings to surface rollbacks or implausible jumps.
Accidents & damage
Damage and collision indicators where data is available for the vehicle.
Theft / stolen check
Lookup against stolen-vehicle indicators across multiple jurisdictions.
Safety recalls
Open manufacturer recalls that may still apply to this VIN.
Market value & running cost
Estimated value range plus expected annual running cost.
Technical detail
Engine, transmission, fuel type, emissions class, equipment.

What buyers say

“I was comparing four cars across Germany and Austria. Carlytics let me check all of them for less than one premium report would have cost.”

Marcus K.
Munich

“Clean, fast, and the free VIN decode showed me right away that one of the listings had a year mismatch. Saved me a trip.”

Katarzyna W.
Warsaw

“Bought a used VW from Germany. The Carlytics report had what I actually needed — mileage history and recalls — without forcing me into a subscription.”

Tomas R.
Brno

Frequently asked questions

Buyer-comparison questions about VIN checks

Is Carlytics a credible alternative to carVertical?
Yes. Carlytics taps the same EU databases that carVertical does — 900M+ vehicles, 52M+ MOT records, 47+ countries cross-checked, 99.7% decode accuracy — and delivers it at one flat price with no subscription. You get a free VIN decode up-front to verify quality before paying for the full report.
How is Carlytics different from carVertical?
Same EU data depth, different product design. carVertical sells tiered bundles at a higher per-report cost; Carlytics keeps it to one flat price, instant delivery, and no upsell pressure. The free VIN decode lets you sanity-check a listing before paying for the full report.
Is the free VIN check actually free?
Yes. Enter any VIN at carlytics.eu and you get the make, model, year, engine details, fuel type and open safety recalls at no cost. There is no account, no credit card, no email gate. The paid report — which adds mileage history, theft check, accident records and market value — is a one-time charge.
How much does the paid report cost?
EUR 8.90 as a one-time payment. No subscription, no recurring charges, no bundle minimums. You pay once and get the full report immediately, plus a PDF you can download or share.
Does Carlytics work for cars from across the EU?
Yes. Carlytics is designed for cross-border buyers — for example, Polish or Czech buyers checking a car listed in Germany, or Romanian buyers checking a car in Italy. The site is available in 30+ languages with local pricing where supported.
Why should I trust a newer service over carVertical?
Trust is fair to ask. Carlytics is used by buyers in every major EU market, the company is registered in the EU, and the free VIN decode (99.7% accuracy) lets you verify quality before you pay anything. If a report does not deliver what is shown, support handles it.
Do I need to create an account?
No. You can run a free VIN decode and buy a paid report without creating an account. You will receive the report by email and can also access it via a unique link for 30 days.
Can I download or share the report?
Yes. Every paid report includes a downloadable PDF. You can save it for your records, send it to a mechanic, or share it with a co-buyer.
What happens if the VIN I enter does not return data?
The free decode tells you whether the VIN is structurally valid and what it identifies. If a paid report would not return meaningful data for that vehicle, that is surfaced before you pay. There is no point selling a report that has nothing to say.
Is this the right tool if I am only checking one car?
Yes, but it shines when you are comparing several. The flat EUR 8.90 price means checking three or four cars to shortlist is realistic, not an expensive luxury reserved for the final candidate.

Ready to check a VIN?

Free VIN decode up-front. Full paid report is EUR 8.90 — one-time, no subscription.

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