Obd2 Scanner reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 170 Reddit reviews across 40 subreddits and 79 posts to rank the best Obd2 Scanner brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/MechanicAdvice, r/Cartalk, r/AskMechanics, r/MINI, r/prius. Top-rated brands include Autel (4.0/5), BlueDriver (4.3/5), OBDLink (4.3/5).

Stats
Reviews170
Subreddits40
Posts79
Brands62
Products59
Top communities
r/MechanicAdvice30r/Cartalk18r/AskMechanics11r/MINI11r/prius9
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#1

Autel

4.0
(22)
"Look at the autel."
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"Makes quality scan tools for basically every level."
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"Seems like everyone is getting autel scanners."
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"Been very happy with it!"
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"I just bought the MX+, that is definitely a good backyard mechanic starting point."
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"I use the MX+, it's one of the more expensive ones but has no real limits"
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"Picked u a cheapy otofix d1 lite for $220 off aliexpress for home use, legit autel software, 2 year subscription and does everything I needs from tpms Id code registration to programming a spare key"
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"The Autel scanners I have used come with essentially every car made covered and they can be updated free for a year."
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"Toyota tech uses MX808 and indicated he uses it more than the dealer tools."
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"I’d be getting the Autel from the linked vendors."
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#2

BlueDriver

4.3
(20)
"I have the Blue driver OBDII scan tool and leave it plugged into my car. It is very small and compact and gives you the codes you need."
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"Just got my Blue Driver a couple weeks ago and am already in love. The live graphing feature is bad-ass."
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"At that price...blueDriver."
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"The only one I could find that supported my 2016."
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"Is the only answer to this question."
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"I use the BlueDriver."
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"I love my blue driver. It's $100 on amazon. It's read the chevrolet, acura, nissan, and toyotas I've scanned perfectly with abs codes, o2 sensors, airbags, etc."
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"I like the bluedriver from amazon. So far it does everything I needed including manufacturer specific codes."
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"If it's just checking/clearing codes and monitoring systems, I would consider BlueDriver."
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"One works fine and plenty of feature."
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#4

Veepeak

4.0
(9)
"I have the Veepeak and iPhone and it works fine for me. I’ve also left it plugged in for weeks with no 12v issues."
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"I have been using this one without any problems."
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"I have the VEEPEAK amazon one, works well."
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"I use VeePeak, works well on my F56."
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"I have the Veepeak. I use it and a free app on our VWs, Escalade and our older mini."
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"I personally use the veepeak odbcheck ble+ and bimmerlink."
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"Veepeakj w/bluetooth has been working fine."
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"I got a cheap Bluetooth one off Amazon and use the Torque app and Dr Prius apps."
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"I've been using a cheap Amazon bluetooth one for years."
#5

Launch

4.1
(8)
"I feel LAUNCH has the best coverage and price."
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"Launch X431 Pro."
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"I have a Launch x431 pros mini for my 958"
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"I have a launch mid tier scanner, can do engine, trans, abs. It will also pull data for all that too."
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"The launch Creader 2.0 gets good reviews on the forums."
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"I own two units. A Launch CReader (MB-specific, 2024 model) and an OBDLink MX+."
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"This is the one I purchased, nothing really fancy, not Bluetooth or anything."
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"Launch. Lol not something cheap, spending 100-200$."
#6

BAFX

4.0
(7)
"Get the BAFX from Amazon for 20. They have apple and Android. Use the Torque Pro app."
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"BAFX bluetooth scanner from Amazon is what I have, based on recommendations I found online."
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"BAFX Bluetooth with the Torque Pro app."
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"Torque Pro w/ BAFX Bluetooth OBD2 reader."
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"Amazon bafx BAFX Wireless Bluetooth OBD2 Scanner Code Reader & Diagnostic Tool."
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"I highly recommend the BAFX Bluetooth scanner with Torque Pro (paid version) for Android."
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"I also got a bafx one...but if I didn't have a hybrid I'd have just gone with a cheapy no-name model."
#7

Foxwell

3.9
(7)
"I bought the [FOXWELL Elite fit for my BMW](https://buzzepicenter.com/foxwell-nt510-elite-scan-tool-fit-for-bmw/) to clear the airbag codes on a Z3."
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"I used the Foxwell scanner. Recommend it."
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"Get a Foxwell nt301 they are $50 and give live data."
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"Foxwell Nt510 elite bmw can pretty much do everything ISTA and INPA can do."
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"I have a Foxwell NT530, it’s pretty good."
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"Take a look at the foxwell ones. Simple to use."
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"I've used one like it before and I have a less fancy Foxwell. They're not bad. They do their job."
#8

Xtool

4.6
(5)
"Last one I bought was an Xtool A30M Bluetooth scan tool, works with Xtool’s Anyscan apo in my iPhone/iPad. It’s fast, complete, allows bidirectional commands, live data."
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"It's been super solid."
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"Xtool D7"
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"Xtool a30m is bidirectional, captures live data and accesses all subsystems. It's $110. Does much more than the cheap units"
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"I used xtool Anyscan a30m, and artdiag pro."
#9

OBDeleven

4.2
(5)
"If you're trying to buy an OBDeleven, then just buy one of the official products by searching OBDeleven on Amazon."
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"Obd11 works great for new generation Vw. But VCDS is king!"
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"This [guide](https://obdeleven.com/choosing-toyota-diagnostic-tool) helps a lot when choosing Toyota scanner."
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"I use obdeleven as that is what I had left over from my golf r."
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"OBDeleven"
#10

Carista

4.0
(4)
"I use the Carista, app is subscription based, but allows some setting mods and services like parking brake"
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"I like the [Carista](http://caristaapp.com). It is specially-formulated for Toyotas and several other makes of cars."
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"Check Carista it’s simple enough"
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"I like my Carista. It speaks Toyota and several other import models."
#11

Innova

4.0
(3)
"For a reliable one, I'd suggest taking a look at the Innova 5610 Bidirectional Scan Tool."
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"These are the two i suggest from autozone, theyre simple enough imo."
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"Small and compact to carry along without"
#12

Edge

4.5
(2)
"It’s a gauge monitor that can also check codes perform manual regens, and much more."
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"Edge cts3 is what I run in my 19 and 22 HO."
#13

Temu

4.0
(2)
"I just need to read engine and transmission codes, I use a $9 one I bought on temu lol"
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"My $3 Temu special seems to get data out of a 2018 Subaru into an android head unit app (Torque)"
#14

OBD2 Scanner

4.0
(2)
"If you can, buy the Ethernet one instead. coding with Bluetooth is so slow"
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"I'd check amazon for one that looks decent. I got more bang for my buck buying one of the 'zon vs buying it at HF a few years ago."
#15

Unknown Product

4.0
(2)
"I got mine for $16 at Walmart and have used it for years."
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"I bought the first one i could find on amazon and its served me well for the last 10 years."
#16

OBD11

4.0
(2)
"OBD11 been using it for years"
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"Obd11."
#17

Car Scanner

4.0
(2)
"Car Scanner ELM OBD2 for iOS and Android."
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"I use 'car scanner', blue engine symbol. It's fine and does the trick."
#18

Harbor Freight

4.0
(2)
"The new Harbor Freight ones are half decent, apparently doing updates frequently for fixes in their software etc and are priced reasonably."
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"Ive been using one of the Harbor freight Zurich scanners for many years and have been very happy with it."
#19

Vgate

4.0
(2)
"It’s worked pretty well for me."
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"I got a Vgate Bluetooth one off trademe for $30."
#20

Ancel

4.0
(2)
"Ancel AD310 Classic Enhanced Universal OBD II Scanner Car Engine Fault Code Reader"
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"I am leaning towards Ancel VD500 Pro designed for Volkswagen."
#22

ELM327

3.0
(2)
"The cheap ELM327 Bluetooth scanners and the Torque (pro) app work great together."
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"If you search for 'elm327' you can find one for under 5$ usually."
#23

O'Reilly Auto Parts

5.0
(1)
"O’Reilly auto parts will use their OBS2 scanner to pull codes for you at no cost."
#24

Techstream

5.0
(1)
"Id get techstream and a reader capable of working with techstream."
#25

HIM

5.0
(1)
"The absolute best tool for Honda is the HIM HDS clone."
#26

Diesel Scanners

5.0
(1)
"These are the best, look into them they’re great."
#27

No Name

5.0
(1)
"I bought a highly rated no name one off amazon."
#28

Mini VCI

5.0
(1)
"Mini VCI is going to give you leaps and bounds of more information than anything close to it's price point."
#29

RossTech

5.0
(1)
"Their vcds is VW specific and think you can look up the specific part throwing code, etc."
#30

Panlong OBD2 Scanner

4.0
(1)
"This one works great."
#31

Veepeak Little Blue OBD2 Scanner

4.0
(1)
"Mine works just fine, no issues."
#32

Veepeak Mini Bluetooth OBD II

4.0
(1)
"I use this guy for Android with the Torq app."
#33

ToolPro

4.0
(1)
"What's your budget?"
#34

Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+

4.0
(1)
"I use the Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+ and Car Scanner app."
#36

Ross-Tech

4.0
(1)
"I bought the rosstech scanner and it’s good"
#38

OBDII Bluetooth Dongle

4.0
(1)
"You can get a ODBII Bluetooth dongle for about $5 on eBay."
#39

Zautomotive

4.0
(1)
"Zautomotive tazer"
#40

Thinktool

4.0
(1)
"Thinktool Pro maybe?"
#41

Delphi

4.0
(1)
"I use a Delphi one it works with a laptop though."
#42

AlfaOBD

4.0
(1)
"Check this out."
#43

Torque

4.0
(1)
"Try 'Torque' for Android."
#44

VCDS

4.0
(1)
"Vcds. Obdeleven is crap."
#45

Icarsoft V3.0

4.0
(1)
"The icarsoft seems to do a great deal and is half the price."
#46

V-Gate Ali Dongle

4.0
(1)
"I have a cheap v-gate ali dongle. Works fine with Link and Code."
#47

Torque Pro Bluetooth/WiFi Dongle

4.0
(1)
"It's been great for diagnostics and if I want to clear a code."
#48

Bluetooth OBD II Reader

4.0
(1)
"A $10 Bluetooth OBD II reader from Amazon can satisfy almost every shade tree mechanic's needs."
#49

OBD2 Bluetooth

4.0
(1)
"Look on Amazon for obd2 Bluetooth. I got one for $10 to 15."
#50

UltraGauge

4.0
(1)
"The Ultragauge is designed for continuous use."
#51

Cheap OBD2 Scanner

4.0
(1)
"I have a cheap one I bought for less than $15 on amazon. It works fine."
#52

$10 Bluetooth Scanner

4.0
(1)
"Buy a $10 Bluetooth one online and use your phone with Torque pro."
#53

OBDII Bluetooth Adapter

4.0
(1)
"Go to Amazon or Ebay, look for 'OBDII bluetooth adapter'."
#54

Generic OBD2 Scanner

4.0
(1)
"You are better off buying an el cheap code reader off amazon for 20$-30$ and call it a day.."
#55

Aurelio

4.0
(1)
"My recommendation by far is the Aurelio Maxidiag MD808 pro."
#56

Icon

4.0
(1)
"Icon from harbor freight has good reviews."
#57

Bluetooth OBD2 Reader

4.0
(1)
"I really like the bluetooth models and the Android Torque app combo."
#58

KONNWEI

4.0
(1)
"Any of the bluetooth ones on amazon which work with the torque app or buy a standalone ODB2 unit - but shouldnt be more than £20."
#59

TradeMe

3.0
(1)
"If you're only using it once in a blue moon why spend more than you have to?"
#60

Cheap Scanner

3.0
(1)
"You're better off buying a cheap scanner for like 20 bucks."
#61

INPA

2.0
(1)
"Inpa for bmw. Generic scanners are dog shit."
#62

Ansel

1.0
(1)
"Never buy a Ansel scanner, they send you a scanner with no updates."

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