Vgate iCar PRO is a simple ELM327 adapter under $30, which you can use to read car fault codes, and engine data or check the overall health of your motor. Works for both iOS and Android.
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iCar Pro Overview
Pretty good adapter that works on both operating systems, iOS and Android.
I had a connection issue at first because when you try to pair it it displays as 2 devices in your phone, “iOS link” and “Android link” and I didn’t notice the second one.
So I kept clicking on the iOS link with an Android phone and obviously it didn’t pair.
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Vgate Icar Pro test (VIDEO)
Features
| Feature | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Bluetooth |
| Device type | ELM327 adapter |
| Need extra device | Yes (smartphone iOS/Android) |
| Need internet | No |
| Own software | No |
| Can use 3rd party software | Yes |
| Subscription/Update | No |
| Vehicle coverage | All |
| Global OBD Modes | Yes |
| Live data graphs | Yes |
| Data logging | Yes |
| Scan other modules | No |
| Diagnostic report PDF | No |
| Full live data | No |
| Bi-Directional | No |
| Service Procedures | No |
| ECU coding | Yes (with the paid Carista app) |
| Full review + video | https://www.iamcarhacker.com/vgate-icar-pro-ble4-0-owners-review/ |
| Price range | $0-50 |
| Current price | https://amzn.to/4gzFdyS |
How to pair
Make sure you choose the correct device name. “iOS Vlink” for phones or “Android Vlink” for Android phones.
If it asks for a code, type in the “1234”
Conclusion: Pretty good adapter (ELM327 new version with sleep function), just make sure you select the correct device when pairing to avoid connection issues.
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