On-Board Diagnostics reader

[John_Doe1975]

I visited a mechanic to rectify an air conditioning malfunction after a refill. The technician used a Snap On OBD scanner, which was rather remarkable. He said that it costs around £3000, exceeding my budget.

[godisgreat]

Additionally, there will be yearly subscription fees to remit.

[MercedesMan98]

You must determine the extent of your scanner use and if you will undertake repairs after diagnostic. Topdon and Autel seem to be really effective; I own an Icarsoft MB reader, which is good but not exemplary. According to DSM, be cautious of yearly membership fees in addition to the original cost.

[Bluewhaleeee]

Both iCarsoft and the app-based Carly serve as effective entry-level solutions, but Carly necessitates a membership.

Launch, Snap-on, and Delphi manufacture premium scanners; nevertheless, they are costlier.

[John_Doe1975]

Thank you for all the responses. I do not foresee acquiring a snap-on reader; Autel seems to be a commendable option.

[mortimerPAS]

I have recently purchased a Topdon device via an Amazon Prime promotion. We will see the outcome. I need a device capable of diagnosing issues across many vehicles, namely my father's BMW and Peugeot.

[mortimerPAS]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C9Q6B3B6

[Martin_Smith76]

Autel AP200, priced at £42 on eBay. Optimal do-it-yourself instrument.