ActiveOBD

ActiveOBD.com

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About this app

The OBDII scanner app with a special support of Subaru make.

Requirements:
- Subaru vehicle MY 2012+ (OBD CAN communication protocol);
- compliant ELM327-type adapter (see below).

The app supports both Bluetooth Classic (3.0) and Bluetooth Low Energy (4.0) connection protocols.

Premium-level adapters supported (in-app products, better speed and stability):
- vLinker BM / BM+ (from $35);
- vLinker MC+;
- OBDLink LX / MX + (Bluetooth 3.0);
- OBDLink CX (Bluetooth 4.0 LE).

Note: latest firmware is required, please check manufacturer website for details.

Entry-level adapters supported (moderate speed, good stability, BASIC functionality):
- Vgate iCar Pro Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE).

Conditionally compliant adapters (BASIC functionality):
- Viecar Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE);
- ELM327 v2.1 geniune only (http://www.elmelectronics.com);
- ELM327 v1.4-1.5 (including some noname clones).

Unsupported adapters:
- ELM327 v2.1 noname clones.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ActiveObd

Note: WIFI adapters support is available in beta version. You can use mobile data and OBD WiFi adapter at the same time: depending on your phone firmware, the system may show you a pop-up when WiFi with no Internet detected - the rule of thumb here is that you should select to use MOBILE DATA and KEEP the WiFi network connected.

Ratings and reviews

I’m using the basic version, and it’s great. I never expected to see tire pressure data on my 2014 Forester without adding any TPMS plug-in devices. Thanks! The CVT and engine data were also very helpful in diagnosing my CVT torque-binding issue, which I eventually fixed by replacing a CVT solenoid. It would be even better if the app offered a home-screen widget for quick access to key data. For those who gave it one star, it may be worth giving it another try. If you select the wrong protoco

Works well with my 2021 Crosstrek and OBDLink MX+ adapter. The only thing keeping it from 5 stars is a lack of Android Auto integration. Having the details displayed on the car's screen would make it a perfect app.

I am kind of disappointed. I had high expectations considering that this app is supposed to be the best app for Subarus. I have a WRX 2023 and was not able to get any other info (Subaru related) than the one that Torque gives me. Also, configuring gauges is kind of a pain. And most of all, I see that the app is in demo mode for a month and will be 4$ a month after that... For that price, you're better off with a Think Diag 2.

What’s new

New CVT parameters: CVT Pulley1 (Primary Rev Speed), CVT Pulley2 (Secondary Rev Speed), CVT Turbine (Turbine Rev Speed), Front Wheel (Front Wheel Speed).