# SmartControl OBD2: Car Scanner

> OBD2 car scanner: live data, DTC diagnostics, trip costs. Offline, no account.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/it.smartapps4me.smartcontrol](https://chrome-stats.com/d/it.smartapps4me.smartcontrol)

## Overview

- **ID:** `it.smartapps4me.smartcontrol`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SmartApps4Me
- **Category:** AUTO\_AND\_VEHICLES
- **Downloads:** 488,472
- **Rating:** 3.04 / 5 (3,075 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.1.27.13
- **Last updated:** 2024-09-16
- **First published:** 2014-11-06
- **Publisher country:** IT
- **Size:** 11 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=it.smartapps4me.smartcontrol)
- **Website:** [https://smartcontrol-site.pages.dev/](https://smartcontrol-site.pages.dev/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://smartcontrol-site.pages.dev/privacy.html](https://smartcontrol-site.pages.dev/privacy.html)

## Description

SmartControl OBD2 Scanner is an ad-free, privacy-first app offering detailed car diagnostics and live data streaming via Bluetooth OBD2 adapters. It helps drivers monitor engine parameters such as RPM, coolant temperature, fuel trims, and more at up to 10 Hz, providing actionable insights to promote efficient driving and reduce environmental impact.

The app features trouble code reading and clearing, a comprehensive trip computer, customizable themes, and an extensive upgrade unlocking advanced tools like freeze frames, fuel flow tracking, performance metrics, car location services, and CSV export for data analysis. Compatible with ELM327-based adapters, SmartControl prioritizes accuracy and personal data security, keeping all data on-device without requiring accounts or cloud storage. Designed for conscious drivers aiming to optimize fuel consumption and vehicle maintenance, SmartControl empowers smarter, cleaner driving.

## Rankings

- #101,035 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_MOCK_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_INTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.android.vending.billing.IN_APP_BILLING_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `it.smartapps4me.smartcontrol.activity.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Overall, users praise SmartControl OBD2 for easy adapter pairing and a broad feature set, including DPF monitoring on Mazdas, with the free version offering substantial capabilities. However, recurring complaints center on connectivity issues (Bluetooth/LE) and instability, occasional crashes after updates, and difficulties locating or enabling the DPF features on certain cars. Android Auto support is notably missing for some users. The app is generally user-friendly when it works, and performance improves with guidance from the dev, but reliability remains a common concern.

### Pros

- Easy to connect to OBD adapters / straightforward setup
- DPF monitoring capability especially on Mazda diesel engines
- Free version offers substantial features (DPF data, engine-light control)
- User-friendly and feature-rich interface

### Cons

- Frequent connection issues / unable to connect / unstable Bluetooth connections
- DPF monitoring feature not easily accessible or not visible for some vehicles
- App instability and occasional crashes after updates / reliability concerns

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/it.smartapps4me.smartcontrol)