• Reviews around version (4.12 of 5)

    BAFX Products Bluetooth Diagnostic OBDII Reader/Scanner for Android Devices

    • The product works but the free version is funky on th phone .
    • There is a free version of the app with ads
    • Torque app adapter notes"Cheap clone version of this adapter (mostly found via Amazon/eBay) may not function with protocol J1859-PWM(Ford/other), and may also have issues with corrupted communications (resulting in pausing dials or other strange things happening).
    • I use this product with the free version of Torque Lite
    • Software (free version of Torque) worked flawlessly, at least for what I needed
    • the app has a free / paid version which is a bit annoying as the free version is a bit clunky (as expected for free), but it did what I was hoping it would do, but after re reviewing all the existing reviews, I am even more afraid to leave it plugged it.
    • I downloaded Torque Light (which is the FREE version of the top recommended application)
    • The thing I liked best was that it instructs you to try it first using the free version of the Torque software, just to be sure it works
    • In addition to scanning codes on the free version of the app, there is also functionality to reset codes after fixing the issues and to see so many stats, such as throttle position, readings from o2 sensors, obd2 readiness state(which shows if your car is ready to inspect after resetting codes or just determining if specific systems have gathered enough data to give results), approximate fuel consumption, speed, etc.
    • The recommended third party apps work decently enough, even the free version.
    • I just plugged it in and download the free version app of Torque
    • i downloaded the free version of Torque app from the play store.
    • There's also a free version you can use but it's fairly limited in functionality
    • I had bought a cheap version of this tool on another web site and was very disappointed.
    • keep in mind there is a free version of the app and more on the paid version
    • I decided to take the chance and spent the $5 at the app store for the full version of Torque and it brought up codes the free version didn't
    • i downloaded torque pro free version and was able identify the fault codes then clearbthem successfully
    • You will still need some low level knowledge to know what codes mean, but the free version of the app gives you the ability to see trouble codes on your obd2 cars and even do a quick internet search from the app to see common causes of the error in question
    • You read that correctly.. it is not (like almost ALL others) a Freemium app, it is not a Lite (greatly limited) version of a “Pro” app (to be purchased).
    • I use the paid pro version but their is also a free basic version that works well for reading and clearing codes and such
    • Am using the free version of Torque, It reads my CEL and also clear them
    • Well I got the adaptor to clear codes for my 2008 bmw and it will let me connect to the car and read the codes only, also thought I had to buy the “pro” version to clear code but did not work
    • Sweet device, a little intimidating software to use for the free version but it works.
    • You can use the free version of the app as
    • Works fine, too bad you need to buy an extra app to get the whole functionality as the free versions are not enough
    • It worked fine with Torque but I downloaded the free version of BimmerLink which gives much more information
    • Communicates with my Moto G quickly, good data rates, works with both Torque and Piston apps (free versions)
    • Works fine, too bad you need to buy an extra app to get the whole functionality as the free versions are not enough
    • I've helped friends, family and even strangers figure out what's wrong with their car and, in many cases, actually fixed the problem (e.g.: loose gas cap).I use the free version of the Torque android app and it's done the job for me very nicely.
    • The free-version of the app won't let me clear it which is fine
    • It will probably work with the free version but we paid to use the app
    • I use Torque (free version)
    • I downloaded the free version APP "Torque Lite" as instructed and it connected immediately via Bluetooth to my phone.
    • The free version of one was all I needed though most have a paid version that will give more comprehensive readings
    • Ive the android version for around 3 years ago and it still works great
    • I downloaded the free version Torque OBD2 app into my Galaxy s7, everything linked up flawlessly, and within seconds I was given the code that properly diagnosed the
    • Used on free version and it was good.
    • I wish I would have sprung for the more expensive version so I could perform CCT and injector buzz tests with forscan
    • using it is not difficult I am still on the free version of the recommended app,, and it has been adequate so for
    • I used the free version of the Torque (Lite) android app which has ad's but it gives you the codes, along with a detailed description, and lets you reset the codes.
    • The free version hasn't been updated in a while and wasn't useful for anything more than checking that the adapter was working
    • The free version of Torque or other apps get along okay, but the Pro version, to me, has been worth the extra features and cleaned up interface.
    • The free version of the apps work fine as well.
    • The free version of the apps work fine as well.
    • The product works but the free version is funky on th phone .
    • There is a free lite version or a full $5 version
    • Set up was easy and the free version of the app will do nearly anything an average person would want
    • I downloaded and use the free version of the recommended app, cleared the codes that needed to be cleared, and I am able to get a lot of real time information I never expected to be able to get.
    • Only using the free version of the Torque app at the moment, but will upgrade to the full version later.
    • There's also a free version you can use but it's fairly limited in functionality
    • I installed the free version of Torque on my android to try out this scan tool
    • Most of the app choices cost about $5, but they also feature a "FREE" version that requires access to all your photos, videos, info about your contacts, text messages, emails, browser spying, location, etc.!
    • Also works great with the app torque especially the professional version but the free version works great to.
    • So, I downloaded the free versions of both
    • I did, however, have to buy the $4.99 app because the free version did not work
    • I think I'll try another app and see if the free version lets me close the log item
    • The reader functions well with the free version of Torque
    • Getting an answer to if the $4.95 app would get me the information I wanted versus the free version
    • I have used both the free and paid versions of Torque and actually prefer the ease of use with the free app
    • The recommended third party apps work decently enough, even the free version.
    • It works with the free version, but it is clunky and limited on what it can do
    • If your a real car guy and have a few extra dollars get the paid app after checking out the basic free version
    • Turns out that this unit does not really provide anything more in terms of readings over the cheaper versions other than being a better constructed item
    • The app they recommend works for me free version that is
    • I ordered the wrong version and they changed it out quickly, painlessly and happily.
    • Amazing product -- works as advertised -- works for KIA and NISSAN products as advertised -- Torque Light download was F R E Eand easy to use and for most this is all that one would need.
    • Amazing product -- works as advertised -- works for KIA and NISSAN products as advertised -- Torque Light download was F R E Eand easy to use and for most this is all that one would need.