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Code Readers & Scan Tools

47 code readers & scan tools from Autel, Umeija, OnRetul and more.

Recommended Code Readers & Scan Tools

Autel
+Compact 2.6 ft cable for close connection under the dash
+Bypasses the gateway on Chrysler FCA SGW vehicles
+Connects a 12+8 pin connector to a standard OBD2 port
−Short 2.6 ft length limits placement options
No price recorded yet.
Ecocstm
+Compact 2.6 ft cable for close connection under the dash
+Bypasses the security gateway on Chrysler SGW equipped FCA vehicles
+Converts a 12+8 pin connector to a standard OBD2 port
−Short 2.6 ft length limits placement options
No price recorded yet.
Umeija

Blue

+Works with iOS and Android devices over Bluetooth
+Suited to cars and trucks for reading fault codes
+Connects wirelessly without a cable to the vehicle port
−Requires a phone or tablet to display results
No price recorded yet.
Autel

Black

+Long 6.6 ft cable reaches the vehicle port easily
+Ethernet to OBDII connection for BMW F and G series coding
+Compatible with BMW E-SYS and ICOM software
No price recorded yet.
Fennica

Red

+6.5 ft cable length for reaching the diagnostic port
+RJ45 connector compatible with BMW coding software
+Compatible with E-SYS, ICOM, and ISTA+ software
No price recorded yet.
Launch

Green

+Includes vehicle performance testing
+Reads live data and freeze frame information
+Monitors battery voltage
No price recorded yet.
OnRetul

Orange

+Reads and clears check engine light fault codes
+Includes data stream viewing for live sensor readings
+Checks I/M readiness status before emissions testing
No price recorded yet.
UJS

White

+Combines an OBD2 scanner with a 12V battery tester
+Tests 12V battery condition in one tool
+Compact white body for storing in a vehicle
No price recorded yet.
Bluechok

Black

+6.6 ft cable length for reaching the diagnostic port
+RJ45 connector for Ethernet-based coding
+Designed for BMW F-Series vehicles
No price recorded yet.
OnRetul

Black

+Reads check engine light fault codes
+Includes a voltage tester function
+Supports OBD2 and EOBD standards
No price recorded yet.
Jokovar

Black

+Bluetooth connection for iOS and Android devices
+Covers engine, transmission, and ABS diagnostics
+No subscription required
No price recorded yet.
Konnwei

Red

+Includes live data for monitoring vehicle sensor readings
+Checks I/M readiness status before emissions testing
+Includes a battery voltage test function
No price recorded yet.
Umeija

Red

+Bluetooth connection works with iOS and Android devices
+Reads and clears codes for cars and trucks
+AI diagnostic tool offers code explanations
No price recorded yet.
TopDiag

Red

+Combines code reading and battery testing in one unit
+Includes a cranking test
+Operates on 12V vehicle systems
No price recorded yet.
HipEpic

Red

+Includes a battery tester alongside the code reader
+Reads codes to diagnose the check engine light
+Advanced scan tool with a read function
No price recorded yet.
SinoTrack

Black

+Bluetooth wireless connection to a phone or tablet
+Reads fault codes to diagnose the check engine light
+Works as a car code reader for diagnostic scanning
No price recorded yet.
Aermotor

Black

+Reads and resets engine fault codes
+Displays live data from the vehicle
+Records freeze frame data for diagnosing faults
No price recorded yet.
Obdmonster

Black

+Connects to a Windows computer over USB
+Works with ELMconfig software for scanning
+Includes an MS CAN and HS CAN switch for Ford compatibility
No price recorded yet.
Wejowe

Red

+Includes an I/M readiness check for emissions testing
+Offers a battery test mode for checking battery condition
+Reads and clears check engine light codes
No price recorded yet.
UJS

Black

+Covers over 65000 fault codes
+Reads check engine codes
+Enhanced universal OBD2 scanner design
No price recorded yet.
Vgate

Black

+Connects to a computer over USB for vehicle diagnostics
+Supports HS-CAN and MS-CAN with automatic switching
+Works with FORScan software for Ford and Mazda vehicles
No price recorded yet.
Mocatec
+Wireless WiFi connection to a device
+Runs on 12V vehicle power
+Designed for universal OBD2 vehicles
No price recorded yet.
Xtool

Black

+Reads ABS and SRS codes in addition to engine codes
+Offers 10 reset functions
+Includes throttle body relearn and EPB scan functions
No price recorded yet.
Ancel

Black

+Universal OBD II compatibility for common car engine fault codes
+Reads and clears fault codes with CAN diagnostic support
No price recorded yet.
Augocom

Black

+Bypasses the gateway security module for Chrysler FCA vehicles
−Only works with Chrysler FCA gateway modules
No price recorded yet.
Autel

Red

+Reads and erases fault codes to turn off the check engine light
+Checks emission monitor status for inspection readiness
No price recorded yet.
Blcktec

Black

+Bluetooth connection for wireless vehicle code reading
+Clears check engine lights from a compact handheld unit
No price recorded yet.

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