FasLink X vs OBD2 Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FasLink X
Diagnose vehicle issues and access repair solutions. This app connects wirelessly to your car's OBDII port to scan and clear trouble codes, monitor battery health, and provide detailed repair reports based on millions of reported fixes.
- Scan and clear trouble codes
- Generate and share repair reports
- Battery monitor
- Mode 6 and smog readiness checks
- Live data graphing and logging
- Wireless OBDII connection
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Faslink® X is a multiple app which is compatible with different Hardware devices. It is used by professional mechanics, auto enthusiasts, and everyday vehicle owners who want to know more about how their vehicle is operating and how their vehicle can be fixed if the Check Engine Light comes on. Features: • Generate, print, and share Repair Reports (details below) • Scan For Trouble Codes • Clear Trouble Codes • Battery Monitor • Mode 6 (On-Board Monitoring Test Results) • Smog Readiness Check • Freeze Frame Data • Drag & drop Icons • Drag & drop Livedata • Multi data (PID) interactive graphing and logging • No Wires! Communicates with your vehicle wirelessly • Metric and Imperial settings ••••••••IMPORTANT CONNECTION INFO•••••••• FasLink X app connect to the compatible OBDII sensors via Bluetooth 4.0 and above, just run the FasLink X app and tap "CONNNECT", then select the OBDII sensor in the list, tap to build connection. !!!DO NOT connect the bluetooth in phone settings!!! ••••••••FaslinkX Repair Report Information•••••••• The FaslinkX Repair Database contains over 30 million experienced-based Reported Fixes for Trouble Codes (DTC's). Ranked as Top Reported Fixes, Frequently Reported Fixes and Other Reported Fixes, a FaslinkX Repair Report is specific to your vehicle's year, make and model. The detailed report goes well beyond providing a cryptic code definition by giving you validated fixes for your trouble codes. Save time by using FaslinkX to prioritize how your vehicle can be repaired. Preview a sample Repair Report in App. ••••••••IMPORTANT INFO•••••••• Faslink X is a professional diagnostic App is totally free to install but does require the purchase of hardware device. You can choose FasLink M1/M2, Vgate icar Pro, ELM327 BLE, EDIAG P01-P03, YAWOA P01-P03 to communicate with your vehicle. The Sensor is sold separately. The compatible Sensor simply connects to your OBDII port located inside your car near the steering wheel. Every car made since 1996 has a data port. FaslinkX has global vehicle compatibility and can be used anywhere in the world. Check out what thousands of FaslinkX users and Fans are raving about at www.facebook.com/obdres
OBD2 Scanner
Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic tool. Monitor real-time engine data, read and clear trouble codes, and track your vehicle's performance. Customize your dashboard and access repair manuals to understand and fix issues.
- Real-time engine data monitoring
- Read and clear trouble codes
- Performance tracking
- Customizable dashboards
- Repair manual database
- Compatibility with OBD2 ELM327 adapters
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Turn your phone into a car scanner : Diagnose & monitor with OBD2 Torque - Car Scanner ELM 327 ! Unlock your car's full potential: - OBD2 Diagnostics: Read & clear trouble codes, view real-time engine & sensor data. - Car Maintenance: Track service history, oil changes, and maintenance schedules. - Smart Driving Tools: HUD mode on windshield, Parking Finder, and Quick Navigation. - Performance Tracking: Monitor fuel efficiency, acceleration, and live gauges. - Custom Dashboards: Build personalized views with the info you need most. - Universal Compatibility: Supports standard OBD2 ELM327 Bluetooth/Wi-Fi scanners. Using tips: - The app requires a Wi-Fi or or Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth LE) OBD2 ELM327 compatible adapter (device) to work. ELM327 devices plug into the diagnostics socket in the car and give your phone access to car diagnostics. - If you buy one of the cheap OBD2 ELM327 adapters , then make sure it’s not marked as v.2.1. These adapters are supported, but they have lots of bugs. - Vehicle ECUs vary in the amount of sensors supported. This app can’t show you something that is not provided by your car. Notice - This app are free-to-install, but has some premium features that need purchase/subscribe to use. Non-subscribed users can use each Premium feature for a limited number of times per day. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the period. - Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your account settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe. Term of use: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/term-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://appforlife.moniqtap.com/index.php/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: OBD2 Scanner at 4.6 against FasLink X's 2.9. OBD2 Scanner also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 116). FasLink X's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. OBD2 Scanner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. FasLink X asks for nothing beyond the download.
OBD2 Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OBD2 Scanner has 1.1K ratings behind it against 116, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of FasLink X's written reviews are positive against 23% of OBD2 Scanner's.
FasLink X ships an update every 2 weeks, OBD2 Scanner monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FasLink X | OBD2 Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (116 ratings) | 4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 21.4% of reviews | 22.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 116 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 亮 侯 | Phong Pham |
Customer experience
FasLink X
OBD2 Scanner
User reviews
FasLink X
From 116 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use software
- 👍 Connects to iPhone
- 👍 Works for basic needs
- 👍 Solved problems quickly
- 👍 Free app
Room to improve
- 🐛 Does not read all cars
- 🐛 Not as smart as advertised
- 🐛 Live data nonexistent
- 🐛 Cannot switch measurements
- 🐛 Does not display error codes
OBD2 Scanner
From 1.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Simple and easy to use setup
- ✅ Works well for some vehicle models
- ⭐ Useful for basic OBD2 scanning
Room to improve
- 💰 Expensive pricing for limited functionality
- 🐛 Bluetooth connection drops frequently
- ❌ Poor compatibility with many vehicle models
- 📱 Deceptive UI with hidden exit menus
- 🔒 Security concerns and unauthorized charges
Bugs and requests
FasLink X
Reported bugs
31 issues- Live data is nonexistent
- Cannot switch between metric and imperial measurements
- Menu is in Chinese
- Does not connect via Bluetooth
- Connection is ineffective
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- No data coming through
- Stuck on 'Protocol Detecting...'
- Does not display error codes
- Crashing every time in live mode
- Does not recognize VIN
- Shows no faults even when dashboard does
- App locks up after connecting
- Does not display live readings
- Some VIN numbers don't work
- Some car models and makes don't work
- No Bluetooth PIN code
- Bluetooth no longer connects to network
- App does not connect via Bluetooth
- App does not support Wi-Fi
- Device shows up under Wi-Fi, not Bluetooth
- No option to select Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
- Won't get past loading phase
- Vehicle options are not in alphabetical order
- Ignition must be on error when car is running
- No listing for some car models
- Ignition on but not recognized
- Only battery test works
- Sits there spinning looking for hardware but says connected
- Does not work with older iPhone SE
- Not compatible with iPhone 11
- Website links don't work, grammatical errors, fake staff photos, WhatsApp number
Requested features
11 requests- Bidirectional scanner
- Updated to 2026
- Boost gauge feature
- Switch between metric and imperial measurements
- Technician service bulletins
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- Recalls
- Graphs and gauges
- ODBII System Selection Plus Automatic Selection
- Wi-Fi support
- Arabic language support
- Option to select Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
OBD2 Scanner
Reported bugs
8 issues- Bluetooth connection drops and requires reboot
- App fails to connect to OBD2 devices
- Sensors display N/A values in paid version
- Cannot select vehicle profile
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive
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- Fault code reading not functioning
- Unauthorized subscription charges after trial
- Device not recognized by application
Requested features
6 requests- Oil temperature and transmission data
- Wheel sensor information
- Pending DTC display
- Permanent check engine light clearing
- Module-specific scanning selection
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- Better privacy controls and data protection
In-app purchases
FasLink X
No in-app purchases
OBD2 Scanner
- Premium weeky freetrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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- Premium Monthly$17.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$69.99
Questions
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