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BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBD2 Scan Tool
4.5Aikins Score•BlueDriver
The verdict
The BlueDriver is the most consistently recommended OBD2 scanner for beginners, offering reliable code reading and live data via a well-designed app at a reasonable price.
Read the full reviewWhat we love
- +Consistently recommended across multiple expert sources for a decade
- +Compact Bluetooth dongle pairs with free iOS/Android app
- +Reads generic and manufacturer-specific codes, live data, and I/M readiness
- +Top-rated basic code reader on Amazon year after year
Worth noting
- –Not bidirectional (cannot perform active tests)
- –Some users report occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues
How it scored
Aikins Score4.5
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At a glance
ConnectivityBluetooth
CompatibilityiOS & Android
FeaturesGeneric & manufacturer-specific codes, live data, I/M readiness
Aikins Score9.1 / 10
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