Best ELM327 adapters
Vgate iCar 2s (iPhone/Android, great connection, good speed, no connection problems OBDLink MX+ (fastest, secure, pair button, can use with laptop as well + own … Read more
Bluetooth OBD Scanners
xTool AD20 PRO | Owner’s Review
xTool Advancer is a good OBD-II scanner for car owners who want to have a little more data about their cars. Advanced will help you … Read more
Vgate iCAR PRO 2S | Owner’s Review
One of the best ELM327 adapters on a budget I tested in a long time. Works for both iOS and Android, the connection is easy … Read more
Ancel ECHO | Owner’s Review
I had a mixed feeling after testing Ancel ECHO because it seemed like a perfect scanner on paper, but it didn’t perform as well as … Read more
VGate Vlinker MS | Owner’s Review
Vgate Vlinker MS is a good budget alternative to OBDLink MX+ as it comes with advanced ELM327 functionality but for around half of it’s price. … Read more
Topdon Carpal Scanner | Owner’s Review
Topdon Carpal is a step up from ELM327, giving you some extra functionality from their professional OBD-II software as they also make tablet scan tools. … Read more
GaragePRO Scanner (CaRPM) | Owner’s Review
GaragePRO scanner seems to be great on paper providing some advanced functionality. Basic features like the scanning engine, it was outstanding, providing explanations and diagnostic … Read more
Mucar Driverscan Bi-Directional scanner | Owner’s Review
Mucar Driverscan is a cheap smartphone scanner from Thinkcar, offering a wide range of professional functionality from bi-directional tests, service procedures, or hundreds of live … Read more
xTool A30 Bi-Directional | Owner’s Review
xTool A30 surprised me with its ease of use, and wide range of professional scan tool functionality like full module access, service procedures, and bi-directional … Read more
Best Bluetooth Bi-Directional Scanners in 2025
I believe the J2534 adapters are the future of car diagnostic tools for home mechanics as they can give you professional OBD-II functionality for a … Read more