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    Launch Creader 3001 code reader: OWNER’S REVIEW

    Launch Creader 3001 is one of the cheaper code readers, but it still does all 10 OBD modes and it comes from a professional scan…

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    Juraj October 11, 2023
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    Kingbolen YA200 code reader: Owner’s Review

    Kingbolen YA200 is one of the cheaper code readers, but it still does all 10 OBD modes and it comes from a professional scan tool…

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    Juraj October 11, 2023
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    Blacktec 420 code reader: OWNER’S REVIEW

    Blacktec 420 is an interesting code reader that seems to be different from others mostly because of Bluetooth connection and their own diagnostic app. Unfortunately,…

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    Juraj October 11, 2023
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    Ancel AD310

    Ancel AD310 Code Reader: OWNER’S Review

    Ancel AD310 is one of the cheapest engine code readers and despite that, it can read and clear faults, display live data with graphs, and…

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    Juraj October 11, 2023
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    Ancel AD530 code reader: OWNER’S REVIEW

    Ancel AD530 is the best code reader for beginner DIY mechanics since outside of classic code reader functionality, it will also test your battery and…

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    Juraj October 11, 2023
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    Best ELM327 OBD2 apps in 2025: Free and Paid!

    I am a big fan of Bluetooth OBD2 scanners and have used them for a few years. There are literally hundreds of different apps, and…

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    Juraj June 14, 2023
    7 Comments
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    VCDS: Best Overall OBD2 scanner for VW/Audi

    VCDS is aftermarket diagnostic software for VAG vehicles (Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda), which is often used even in authorized Volkswagen dealerships in addition to their…

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    Juraj May 18, 2023
    2 Comments
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    Torque Pro review: OBD2 smartphone diagnostic

    Torque PRO was the first OBD2 app I ever tried with their free version and my first OBD2 adapter on my old Fiat Punto many…

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    Juraj April 29, 2023
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    OBDLink MX+ adapter

    OBDLink MX+ Review: Connect vehicle with anything!

    OBDLink MX+ is one of the best Bluetooth OBD2 adapters that work with a wide range of OBD2 apps. It provides a faster connection and…

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    Juraj April 17, 2023
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    Techstream

    Toyota Techstream: OEM-Level diagnostic software

    Techstream is the best OBD2 for Toyota/Lexus, costing less than $50. You only need to buy this cable and use an old laptop to have…

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    Juraj April 2, 2023
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