# OBDeleven – OBD2 car scanner

> Diagnostics & customization

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1643119107](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1643119107)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1643119107`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** OBDeleven UAB
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (1,468 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.11.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-10
- **First published:** 2022-10-09
- **Size:** 234 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/obdeleven-obd2-car-scanner/id1643119107)
- **Website:** [https://obdeleven.com/](https://obdeleven.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://obdeleven.com/en/content/10-legal-privacy](https://obdeleven.com/en/content/10-legal-privacy)

## Description

**OBDeleven** is an everyday car diagnostics, customization, and maintenance companion for iPhone. Connect an OBDeleven 3 or ELM327 device to read and clear OBD2 fault codes, monitor live vehicle data, view VIN and mileage information, and check emissions readiness.

With OBDeleven 3, supported Volkswagen Group, BMW Group, Toyota Group, Ford (US models), and Mercedes-Benz vehicles can access advanced diagnostics, control-unit scans, One-Click Apps, coding, adaptations, vehicle histories, maintenance reminders, trip tracking, car alerts, and hybrid battery checks. The app works with most CAN-bus vehicles, primarily from 2008 onward, and requires iOS 17.0 or later. ELM327 devices support basic diagnostics.

## Rankings

- #47,647 — Overall

## Review summary

User reviews show strong diagnostic and coding capabilities and valued long coding features, especially for VW/Audi. However, reliability and cost dominate sentiment: frequent login/auth issues, crashes, and connectivity problems, plus a paid-then-pay-per-feature pricing model. Platform gaps (iOS vs Android) and weak onboarding also contribute. Overall, core functionality is compelling when working, but reliability, onboarding, and pricing significantly hamper the experience.

### Pros

- Powerful diagnostic capabilities across multiple vehicle systems, including fault reading, explanation, and clearing.
- Long coding and adaptation features for supported cars, highly valued by enthusiasts.
- OBDeleven dongle hardware enables broad functionality on VW/Audi models and similar vehicles.
- Useful scanning results and fault information when the app is functioning reliably.

### Cons

- Recurring login/authentication issues, including two-factor authentication failures and mandatory account signup.
- Frequent crashes and instability; problems when switching vehicles or connecting to the device.
- Heavy pricing/paywall model with credits and subscriptions for many features; perceived as expensive or bait-and-switch.
- Platform inconsistencies: Android features are richer, iOS version lacks features or feels slower; updates removing functions.
- Poor onboarding and lack of tutorials, leading to confusion and frustration for new users.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1643119107)