Car Scanner ELM OBD2
iOS & Android · basic features free
The best choice for most vehicles: fault codes, live data, dashboards and many connection profiles – including some hybrid and electric cars.
Compatibility & apps
Check your vehicle in ten seconds – and find out which app is right for you.
The result appears instantly – set the model year with the slider.
For example 2012.
Petrol cars from 2001 support all standard OBD2 functions: engine fault codes, live data, emissions readiness.
ABS, airbag & co. depend on the app and the model.
Continue to setupIn the EU, OBD2/EOBD only became mandatory in 2001. Older vehicles usually have no standardised diagnostic protocol – even if a port is present. Feel free to ask us first.
Ask us quicklyDiesel cars from 2004 support all standard OBD2 functions.
DPF values and DPF regeneration are manufacturer-specific and only possible to a very limited extent.
Continue to setupEOBD only became mandatory for diesel cars in 2004. Many models from 2001–2003 support it anyway. Send us the make, model and year – we are happy to check.
Ask us quicklyDiesel cars before 2001 usually have no standardised OBD2/EOBD.
Ask us quicklyFor the high-voltage battery you need a special app, such as Dr. Prius (Toyota/Lexus) or Car Scanner with the right profile.
This is not guaranteed for newer plug-in hybrids.
Continue to setupElectric cars don’t use standard OBD2. It only works with apps like Car Scanner (EV profile), EVNotify, LeafSpy Pro, CanZE or ABRP (iOS only) – and not for every model.
Ask us quicklyLight commercial vehicles with EOBD often work – but we can’t guarantee it. Please ask before buying.
Heavy commercial vehicles use the SAE J1939 protocol. The adapter does not support it.
Ask us quicklyIt needs a standard OBD2 protocol and a suitable app. BMW motorcycles: MotoScan – diagnostics and sensor data only, no service reset. An adapter cable is often needed.
Ask us quicklyTo be honest: an OBD2 adapter is not a workshop diagnostic tester. But for most questions about the check engine light, it’s all you need.
Only for certain models, usually paid.
The adapter is the link to your car – what you see is determined by the app. A free one is enough to get started.
iOS & Android · basic features free
The best choice for most vehicles: fault codes, live data, dashboards and many connection profiles – including some hybrid and electric cars.
iOS & Android · free to try
Clear layout, with driving style analysis. Ideal as a second app for cross-checking if another app won’t connect.
iOS & Android · paid
Feature-rich, with add-ons for enhanced diagnostics on Ford, Mazda, Toyota/Lexus, Nissan, Mitsubishi and FCA brands.
Android only
The Android classic with lots of gauges. There is no iPhone version – “Torque” apps in the App Store are copycats.
iOS & Android · free
Checks the condition of the hybrid battery in Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
For ABS, airbag & co. you need an app that knows your brand. Usually paid – check the app’s vehicle list first.
Your brand is missing? Send us the make, model and year.
If an app immediately wants a subscription or won’t connect, it’s almost always on one of these two lists.
They imitate well-known names and charge money even for basic features.
These apps only work with their own or a special adapter.
Personal support
Before you send anything back: we can solve most problems together in a few minutes. Just tell us your vehicle, model year, phone and app – a screenshot of the error message helps a lot.
Manufacturer support (English): veepeak.com/support