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AI scan tools & OBD2 apps directory

31 tools. Facts checked against each vendor's page on Oct 17, 2026; 2 listings are still pending verification. "Check price" buttons are affiliate-link placeholders.

ScanFixAI

AI diagnostic app

Price: Pro $29.99/mo or $249.99/yr
Works with: Reads all modules; coding params across 8+ makes (per vendor)

  • AI plain-English explanations
  • 146+ coding parameters (read/compare)

Affiliate: 20% recurring

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OBDAI

AI scanner + app

Price: Annual PRO bundle $299
Works with: Not verified

  • AI diagnostics app
  • GEN2 hardware bundle

Affiliate: $45 per first Annual PRO bundle (US)

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BlueDriver Pro Next-Gen

Bluetooth scanner + app

Price: $119.95 list ($99.95 sale seen)
Works with: Enhanced ABS/SRS/TPMS on supported vehicles

  • Repair Reports
  • No subscription

Affiliate: 10% starting (via Levanta)

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LanePilot

Browser-based diagnostics (pro)

Price: $89–$899/mo
Works with: All makes 1996+

  • Browser-based
  • Shop/fleet tiers

Affiliate: 30% recurring for 12 months

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Carly

App + OBD scanner

Price: Not verified
Works with: Not verified

  • Advanced diagnostics & live data
  • Hidden feature unlocking
  • Service functions

Affiliate: €15 per sale

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FIXD

Sensor + app (AI Mechanic)

Price: Sensor $59.99; Premium $99.99/yr optional
Works with: Not verified

  • Free tier reads/clears codes
  • Premium AI Mechanic & repair estimates
  • Up to 10 cars per membership

Affiliate: Not verified

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OBDeleven 3

Device + app

Price: Device €84.99; PRO €59.99/yr; ULTIMATE €189.99/yr
Works with: VW Group, BMW Group, Toyota Group, US Ford, Mercedes-Benz Group

  • Free diagnostics
  • One-Click Apps (credits)
  • Coding (PRO)

Affiliate: Affiliate links exist (aff= param seen)

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BimmerCode

Coding app (BMW/Mini)

Price: £49.99 one-time
Works with: BMW/Mini + compatible adapter

  • Coding

Affiliate: Not verified

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Car Scanner ELM OBD2

App (ELM327)

Price: Free; Pro ~$5 one-time (removes ad)
Works with: iOS + Android; ELM327 adapters

  • Live data dashboards
  • EV/hybrid battery data
  • Basic VAG/Toyota coding

Affiliate: Not verified

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Torque Pro

Android OBD app (ELM327)

Price: $4.99 (plugins extra)
Works with: Android only

  • Custom PIDs
  • Data logging
  • Plugins

Affiliate: Not verified

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OBD Fusion

OBD app (ELM327)

Price: Paid; enhanced diagnostics add-ons sold separately (amount not verified)
Works with: iOS & Android; enhanced for Ford, Toyota, Nissan, FCA and others

  • Enhanced diagnostics add-ons

Affiliate: Not verified

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FORScan

Windows diagnostics/config software

Price: Free; extended license price not verified
Works with: Ford, Mazda, Lincoln

  • Module configuration
  • Advanced diagnostics

Affiliate: Not verified

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VCDS (Ross-Tech) HEX-V2

PC interface + software

Price: $199 (3 VINs) / $299 (10 VINs)
Works with: VW/Audi Group 1996+; Windows PC via USB

  • Near factory-level diagnostics
  • Upgradeable VIN limit ($169)

Affiliate: Not verified

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Veepeak OBDCheck BLE

Bluetooth LE adapter

Price: $31.99 (list $34.99)
Works with: iOS & Android; works with Car Scanner, OBD Fusion, Torque Pro, BimmerCode

  • Not compatible with BlueDriver/FIXD/Carly/VCDS (per Veepeak)

Affiliate: Not verified

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Autel MaxiCOM MK808S

Scan tablet

Price: $389 on Autelonline.com (Autel-branded US store; not listed on store.autel.com)
Works with: Not verified

  • Paid annual update service after included period

Affiliate: Not verified

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TOPDON ArtiDiag600 S

Handheld scan tool (5")

Price: $239.99
Works with: 80+ brands, 1996+; CAN-FD

  • Engine/transmission/ABS/SRS
  • Free lifetime updates

Affiliate: Not verified

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Launch X431 CRP919X

Scan tablet

Price: CRP919X $449 at launchscanners.com (retailer; official Launch US price not verified)
Works with: Not verified

  • Paid annual software subscription after free period

Affiliate: Not verified

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Thinkcar ThinkDiag 2

Bluetooth dongle + phone app

Price: Price not verified; 1 year software included, then yearly fee
Works with: Not verified

  • Bidirectional tests

Affiliate: Not verified

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Innova (RepairSolutions2)

Handheld scanners + app

Price: Not verified; free updates, no subscription (Innova 5610)
Works with: Most 1996–2023 US/Canada vehicles (5610)

  • Bidirectional control
  • 20+ reset functions

Affiliate: Not verified

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XTOOL D7S

Scan tablet

Price: Not verified
Works with: Not verified

  • 3 years of updates included

Affiliate: Not verified

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Foxwell NT809BT

Scan tablet

Price: Not verified
Works with: Not verified

  • 3 years of updates included

Affiliate: Not verified

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Vgate iCar Pro

ELM327-compatible adapter

Price: Wi-Fi $24.99 (list $29.99); BT3.0 $20.99
Works with: Not verified

Affiliate: Not verified

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Autel MaxiAP AP200

Bluetooth dongle + app

Price: $59 on Amazon (retailer)
Works with: iOS & Android

  • 19+ service/reset functions (per listing)

Affiliate: Amazon Associates possible

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ANCEL BD200

Bluetooth code reader

Price: $39.99
Works with: Not verified

Affiliate: Not verified

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Toyota Techstream

Not verified

Price: Not verified
Works with: Not verified

Affiliate: Not verified

Listing pending verification

Konnwei KW903

Not verified

Price: Not verified
Works with: Not verified

Affiliate: Not verified

Listing pending verification

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