Best ActiveOBD alternatives: apps like ActiveOBD

4.3(21 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Explore and visualize CAN bus data from various vehicles, including electric and gas-powered models. Connect to OBD-2 accessories to view live data, analyze message identifiers, and playback log files. Unlock advanced features for deeper analysis and customization with optional purchases.

VgateFwUpdater by 昌云沈

Strong Contender

2.4(41 ratings)

Free

This utility tool allows users to upgrade the firmware for various compatible automotive diagnostic chips. It supports a range of specific chip models, ensuring optimal performance and functionality of your devices.

OBD2 Scanner ELM327: GaragePro by Zymbia Interactive Technologies Private Limited

OBD Scanning at turbo speed!

Worth Considering

Tests for ELM327/OBD scanners

4.3😞(19 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app provides comprehensive OBD scanning for vehicles, allowing users to read and clear fault codes from various ECUs, monitor live sensor data, and perform special functions like DPF regeneration and injector coding. It supports over 100 vehicle makes and offers detailed reports and diagnostic assistance.

What We Love

✅ Clears trouble codes
✅ Scans vehicle quickly
✅ Provides real-time data
✅ User-friendly interface
✅ Saves money on repairs
✅ Works on various car models
✅ Good for live data
✅ Simple UI
✅ PDF reports available
✅ Responsive customer support (in some cases)
✅ Solves specific car problems

Room to Improve

❌ App crashes frequently
❌ Does not load past splash screen
❌ Not responding properly on iPhone
❌ Cannot select new vehicle after changing cars
❌ Fails to buy subscription
❌ Perpetual license issues (lost after reinstall)
❌ No response from support
❌ Does not cover adblue system
❌ No refunds offered
❌ Cannot contact support via email/phone
❌ Subscription not accessible
❌ Service reset requires payment, then states not available
❌ Shows false error codes
❌ Requires uninstall to connect
❌ Never works for Mini
❌ Wouldn't reset airbag
❌ Paid but doesn't work (no error codes found)
❌ False advertising
❌ Only works with Bluetooth adapters (not WiFi for iOS)
❌ Will not link to iPhone
❌ Not working on multiple car models
❌ Only works with certain scanners
❌ Money deducted, subscription not renewed
❌ Not able to add Google ID on iPhone
❌ Doesn't work at all for clearing codes
❌ No communication from developer
❌ Not functional after updates
❌ Cannot pull or clear codes
❌ Most GM PIDs not available
❌ Live View Advanced PIDs missing
❌ Does nothing for ABS module
❌ Cannot escape error screen
❌ Freezes or gives error during scan
❌ Closes off and won't open
❌ Cannot clear codes after paying for subscription
❌ Requires account creation before use
❌ Doesn't work with specific OBD adapters
❌ Scanning issue (stops at 4%)
❌ Injector coding not working
❌ Not compatible with WiFi adapters for iOS

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