tes•LAX - CAN Bus Explorer Apple

tes•LAX - CAN Bus Explorer

OBD Visualizer for Popular EVs

Features & Capabilities

tes•LAX is a CAN bus Explorer and visualization tool that works with CAN data from many sources, including gas-powered and electric vehicles.

** tes•LAX can connect to some OBD-2 accessories to show live CAN Bus data from your vehicle. Additional wiring, and installation is necessary. Damage done to your vehicle may not be covered by vehicle warranty. Proceed at your own risk. **

  • Predefined visualizations with many useful signals for a popular types of electric vehicles.
  • Designed to analyze and visualize CANBus data with 11-bit message identifiers.
  • Works with the OBDLink MX+ and CX, vLinker MC+ and WiFi, and other WiFi and Bluetooth Low Energy accessories. Note that "Classic Bluetooth" accessories other than the OBDLink MX+ are not supported. Please visit https://teslax.app for more information on supported accessories.
  • Support for accesories supporting the Panda UDP Protocol. Note: Comma.ai has discontinued WiFi support for the Panda White. You many be able to flash your Panda to an old version of firmware to maintain WiFi support. The Comma.ai Panda is for advanced users only and not recommended for normal users.
  • Playback CAN Bus log files. (TXT, ASC and BLF file formats)
  • Data sources containing multiple buses (ASC/BLF log files, Panda)

With an "Extended Release" purchase or subscription:

  • Configure the visualization by choosing signals from the included signals database.
  • Additional pages of pre-configured visualization in provided presets.

For pros, and tinkerers, an "Extra Strength 2.0" purchase or subscription unlocks additional features:

  • New in 2.0: Additional full page visualizations such as a Drag Timer, Matrix View, and Graph.
  • Record log files in TXT, ASC, and BLF formats and convert to comma separated format (CSV)
  • Create and edit presets.
  • Modify the signal database to create and update signals as the vehicle manufacturer changes the data format.
  • Export presets to file for backup/sharing and re-import them.
  • Ability to import DBC files (containing signal definition information).
  • A "Binary Matrix" view of a message or signal for reverse engineering data streams.
  • Use javascript code to calculate a result value from the raw message bytes (or other defined signals within the same message)

This software is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tesla Motors or any vehicle manufacturer.

This app accesses data streams that are not documented or supported by the vehicle manufacturer. If the manufacturer decides to change the data stream, then this app may display incorrect information. If the manufacturer removes data, then some or all functionality of the app may cease to work. Many signals in the signal database may be from previous versions of the vehicle operating software (such as the cell voltages, which were removed in a software update many updates ago)

You are responsible for all risks of installing and using 3rd party hardware in your vehicle.

Do not use tes•LAX while driving. Please obey all traffic laws and do not drive while distracted.

tes•LAX uses bluetooth and local network access only for the purpose of connecting to accessories. Analytics are not collected at any time.

Use caution when using accessories that are not secured via password or pairing. See https://teslax.app/supported-hardware/ for more information.

You accept full and unconditional responsibility for the use of this software. All About Jake, LLC is not responsible for any consequences of using this software, including any damage to your vehicle, loss, damage to property, personal injury, or violation of law that may occur in connection with using this application. Obey all laws and respect the privacy of others. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The author(s) and copyright holders shall not be liable for any damages, even if advised beforehand of the possibility of such damages.

Full terms of use can be found here: https://www.teslax.app/terms-and-conditions/

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
All About Jake, LLC
Rating:
4.30
(20)
Version:
2.4.3 Last updated: 2025-03-27
Version code:
873584472
Creation date:
2020-03-09
Compatible devices:
Size:
22.57MB
URLs:
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Full description:
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Source:
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Data ingested on:
2026-06-10
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Developed by:
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tes-lax-can-bus-explorer/id1495403139
Website:
https://www.teslax.app

User Reviews

Users praise tes•LAX for deep Tesla CAN data viewing, customizable gauges, and ongoing feature updates, making it a powerful iOS tool for Tesla data enthusiasts. However, multiple reviews cite connectivity issues, variable compatibility with Bluetooth adapters, and unclear onboarding/terminology. Despite these, the app is seen as a robust, feature-rich platform for loading custom signals, visualizing performance, and tinkering with signals.
Pros
  • Excellent data visibility for Tesla CAN data, with motor power, battery temps, regen, etc.
  • Highly customizable UI, gauges, and custom signals/databases (load your own signals and data sources).
  • Active development with frequent updates adding functionality.
  • Strong appeal for Tesla iOS users / data tinkering and potential YouTube content.
Cons
  • Connectivity to the car is unreliable; frequent disconnects and hard to set up.
  • Hardware/adapter compatibility varies; some adapters cause data loss or missing signals; MX+ recommended.
  • Onboarding/clarity around how to connect is poor and terminology could be clearer.
Recent reviews
Probably is a great app, it appears really well built, but the developer advertises—and you can see the VLinker MC+ however when it tries to connect it ends up disconnecting. Unable to use.
by Ki*****, 2026-01-02

Awesome app, combined with canserver its a great way to see all the data on your Tesla’s CAN data.
by Ja*****, 2024-08-08

Gives incorrect LV battery voltage & current draw. Never - after multiple attempts & long drives - populated all cell voltages.
by RR*****, 2024-06-07
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