Comparison

OBDeleven vs Kanso Reader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

OBDeleven

Transform your smartphone into a powerful car diagnostic and customization tool. Easily scan trouble codes, monitor live data, and access advanced features like coding and service functions for a wide range of car brands. Save time and money on car maintenance and personalization.

Highlights
  • Basic OBD2 diagnostics
  • Live data monitoring
  • Advanced diagnostics for licensed brands
  • One-Click Apps for customization
  • Vehicle history and VIN data
  • Maintenance and comfort features
Features
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More than a scanner – OBDeleven app is your car's everyday diagnostics, customization, and maintenance companion. Read and clear fault codes, monitor live data, and unlock hidden features in your car – no technical skills required. Trusted by over 6 million drivers and officially licensed by Volkswagen Group, BMW Group, Toyota Group, Ford (US models), and Mercedes-Benz, OBDeleven helps you save time and money on car diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs. The OBDeleven app works with OBDeleven 3 and ELM327 devices. ELM327 supports basic OBD2 diagnostics, while OBDeleven 3 unlocks advanced diagnostics, coding, and customization features. OBDELEVEN FEATURES For all car brands: • OBD2 diagnostics: Read and clear engine and transmission fault codes • Live data: Monitor real-time data like engine speed, temperature, and load • Vehicle information: Access VIN data, mileage, and key car details For Volkswagen Group (Audi, Volkswagen, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra), BMW Group (BMW, MINI), Toyota Group (Toyota, Lexus), Ford (US models), Mercedes-Benz: • Advanced diagnostics: Scan all control units and detect issues across your vehicle • Live data: Track detailed real-time data from multiple systems • One-Click Apps: Customize your Audi, Volkswagen, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra, BMW, MINI, Toyota, Lexus, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz with pre-made coding options • Manual coding & adaptations (PRO): Perform coding, long coding, adaptations, and advanced configuration for Volkswagen Group vehicles • Vehicle access: View detailed vehicle information, history, and specifications • Maintenance & driving features: ○ Car health report ○ Trip tracker ○ Maintenance reminders ○ Emissions readiness check ○ Hybrid battery check ○ Car alerts ○ Mileage checks and more GETTING STARTED 1. Plug the OBDeleven device into your car’s OBD2 port 2. Create an account in the OBDeleven app 3. Connect and start diagnosing SUPPORTED VEHICLES Works with most cars using CAN-bus protocol (mainly from 2008 onwards). Full list: https://obdeleven.com/supported-vehicles COMPATIBILITY • OBDeleven 3 device (full functionality) • ELM327 device (basic diagnostics only) • iOS 17.0 or newer LEARN MORE • https://obdeleven.com • https://support.obdeleven.com • https://forum.obdeleven.com Terms and Conditions: https://obdeleven.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://obdeleven.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Kanso Reader

Features
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Kanso Reader is trying to be distraction-free reading app for saving web articles and PDFs to read later. It try to remove clutter like ads, promos, related links, and other unnecessary page elements so you can focus on the content that matters. Save from a shared link or pasted URL, import PDFs, and read in a clean, comfortable view designed for focus. Kanso Reader helps you build a private reading library on your device, with simple tools to organize and revisit what you save. Features: • Save web articles and PDFs to read later • Clean reader view for reading • Import from shared links or pasted URLs • Add notes to saved content • Organize with tags • Search your library quickly • Export saved content when needed • Local-first storage or icloud sync Free users can keep 1 saved item at a time. Delete it anytime to save another. Unlock Kanso Reader Lifetime to save unlimited articles and PDFs.

Screenshots

OBDeleven4 screens
Kanso Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: OBDeleven at #153 against Kanso Reader's unranked. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. OBDeleven sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $69.99 per year and Kanso Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
OBDeleven versus Kanso Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBDelevenKanso Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews14.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.6K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#153 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size245 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOBDeleven UABMichael Lee

Bugs and requests

OBDeleven

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on login
  • Inability to change vehicle type
  • Functionality breaks after updates

Requested features

3 requests
  • Restore free access to core features
  • Improve compatibility with more vehicle makes/models
  • Add more diagnostic and coding capabilities

Kanso Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

OBDeleven

Subscriptions2
  • PRO plan$69.991 Year
  • ULTIMATE plan$239.991 Year
One-time11
  • 10 Credits (-30%)$2.09
  • 10 Credits$3.99
  • 100 Credits (-30%)$16.49
Show 8 more
  • 100 Credits$29.99
  • 1000 Shadowing Credits$34.99
  • 500 Credits (-30%)$69.99
  • PRO plan subscription$69.99
  • 500 Credits$90.99
  • 5000 Shadowing Credits$139.99
  • ULTIMATE plan subscription$239.99
  • 10000 Shadowing Credits$269.99
1 purchases

Kanso Reader

One-time1
  • Kanso Reader$7.99

Questions

Is OBDeleven free?
OBDeleven is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kanso Reader free?
Kanso Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OBDeleven or Kanso Reader have ads?
Neither OBDeleven nor Kanso Reader shows ads.

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