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 am excited to use this app for my 2020 Forester since it seems to be the only 3rd party app that reads SSM, unlike Torque Pro. The only thing that's missing for me is integration with Android Auto so I could see the gauges on the main screen. I'd be happy to support the developer by paying for the pro version if this integration was available.

This is a great Android app for Subaru. I like the availabilty of data, particularly the elusive CVT fluid temp. However I cannot see how to upgrade to the paid version. I would consider buying a subscription if the app was clear about how to do this.

I really like this app. It helped me when I needed to know the temperature of the transmission oil, which not a lot of apps offers! So, thanks a lot for that!!! Please add feature to connect with wifi obd2 readers, it will definitely increase the usability and become more compatible with different readers!

What’s new

Android 15+ support improved