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Panlong Bluetooth OBD2 OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner Check Engine Light for Android Compatible with Torque Pro
Last Updated: October 1, 2020 (Refresh Now)
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Software Platform
201android, torque, codes, torque pro app, apps
+78%
-22%
" ... I use the paid version of Torque (the app has it's limitations, but it works well and does everything I need it to) ... "
" ... Hybrid android app. ... "
" ... This one also works only with Android although it gives you the option 4 Wi-Fi, it only works with Bluetooth Android devices. ... "
" ... Plugged in and connected with app fast. ... "
" ... Used free application with no problems. ... "
" ... The recommended app is not very good but luckily there are many other options in the Google Play Store. ... "
" ... Use this in the truck along with the mobile phone app: DASH. ... "
" ... work with my Android phone easily. ... "
Apps
151torque, torque pro app, android, apps, works great
+86%
-14%
" ... Took it to the shop, and what the app said was correct. ... "
" ... I bought this Panlong unit and downloaded Torque Pro from the Google Play Store. ... "
" ... Easy to install, easy to pair with phone and works great with the Torque Pro app. ... "
" ... Worked good with the Torque app. ... "
" ... This wireless scan tool works perfectly with the Torque app. ... You can leave it in while you're driving and set up a custom screen in the Torque app to watch your readings. ... "
" ... I plugged this in and bought an app for it and it works great. ... "
" ... Torque app connected and used it just fine. ... "
" ... was one of the cheapest options to run the Torque app on my android radio. ... "
Device Compatibility
141android, bluetooth, torque, obd2, app
+67%
-33%
" ... Works with a bunch of apps just connect it to your phone and enter the passcode 1111 or 1234 and it works great ... "
" ... Connect this to the ODBII bluetooth reader to your car and with the proper equipment you can read dozens of engine parameters quickly and with ease. ... This wireless diagnostic scanner only sends engine operational data from your car to your bluetooth device, so you will still need something to read the bluetooth signal (typically, you'll use your bluetooth-capable smartphone or tablet, and a downloaded app of your choice ... This bluetooth reader and Torque work together seamlessly. ... "
" ... It worked just fine and I was able to pair it with the reader and performed the functions that I wanted the reader to do. ... "
" ... Nice to monitor car performance, still looking for a diagnosis program that works well ... "
" ... Displays car information and all definitions for the warning lights that might show up. ... "
" ... Is cool when its connected though! ... "
" ... Simply plug the OBD2 reader in and connect via Bluetooth. ... "
" ... Connects to my phone via bluetooth and allows me to transfer the data from the pcm to the app real time. ... "
Price
95money, worth, waste of money, spend, waste your money
+80%
-20%
" ... My money is totally wasted for mileage reading but I'm glad for the price of this one. ... "
" ... I can’t believe you can pay 10x what this costs for something exactly the same. ... I love having this thing and for the price it’s a must have. ... "
" ... Worth the money even to buy it ever couple years. ... "
" ... Worth at least 3 times the cost. ... "
" ... For the price it’ll do fine, I’ve used it twice till now and have no complaints about it. ... "
" ... Saved a lot of money with this ... "
" ... Worth the money ... "
" ... Great couldn't beat the price ... "
Ease of Use
88easy, easy to install, use, simple, app
+97%
-3%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Very easy to setup, obviously install is as simple as plugging it it. ... "
" ... Not real time obviously but works great and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use with cell phone app. ... "
" ... Easy to install, never had connectivity issues. ... "
" ... Perfect device easy to use fast connection ... "
" ... Simple and easy. ... "
" ... Very straightforward product and easy to install and use. ... "
Product Reliability
80error, stopped working, worked great, died, codes
+51%
-49%
" ... Worked right as expected ... "
" ... Bought to primarily use on my 2005 Chrysler 300c, no issues so far. ... "
" ... Fortunately it worked fine. ... "
" ... Took a minute to get everything communicating and working . ... "
" ... They all worked. ... "
" ... It connects quickly, and is still working fine after 5 months of use. ... "
" ... Update: 2 years after the purchase and I'm still using it. ... "
" ... Great product haven't had any problems with it and I've had it now for probably about 2 months ... "
Bluetooth
68connect, torque, reader, obd, bt
+51%
-49%
" ... Important - I had to first pair Bluetooth, then go in the app to settings to scan for device and connect before actually connecting with the big Connect button in the app. ... "
" ... Connect this to the ODBII bluetooth reader to your car and with the proper equipment you can read dozens of engine parameters quickly and with ease. ... This bluetooth reader and Torque work together seamlessly. ... "
" ... Bluetooth is enough to run the device. ... "
" ... BT connect no problem. ... "
" ... It is awesome and it's controlled via blue tooth with a phone. ... "
" ... Buy the Bluetooth version (which I did) and these issues go away. ... Torque pro worked nicely with this (when it was connected) and works even better with the Bluetooth one now. ... "
" ... (With the Prius ON) In Android Setup, I turned on the Bluetooth and selected the unit. ... "
" ... Nice little blue tooth OBD2 device to use with smart phone. ... "
Setup
36instructions, easy, plug, works great, use
+89%
-11%
" ... Cheap, easy to install, and works like a charm. ... "
" ... Works well, as long as you ignore the directions, which state that you can just plug it in, start the car, and wait for the device to appear on your phone's pairing list. ... "
" ... Pretty straight forward gives you the codes you need to look up and allows you to reset them after installing new part . ... "
" ... I was able to connect, adjust a bunch of settings (some even the dealer wouldn't do), and save all my settings for the cost of this inexpensive little adapter. ... "
" ... Very straightforward product and easy to install and use. ... "
" ... I useed it so far only with "Torque Lite" on my 2011 VW GTI, super easy to install and to use. ... "
" ... Follow the instructions, it works flawlessly better than I had ever expected I did opt to spend the $4.99 on the torque pro version app a lot easier to use than the light version in less than 10 minutes I was able to diagnose the trouble with my vehicle. ... "
" ... The instructions were simple I plugged the unit in and it was detected immediately and once I connected to it it worked perfectly ... "
Marketplace
24works, described, amazon, exactly as described, shipping
+92%
-8%
" ... I sent email to support@acepanlong.com to ask for help. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... For ten bucks, this is one of the coolest things you can buy on amazon. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Will order again. ... "
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
Scan Quality
19scan, scanner works great, scan tool, prius, codes
+89%
-11%
" ... This OBD II scanner is awesome! ... "
" ... Perfect at home scanner, it shoots out the trouble code and it lets you clear it whenever you want. ... "
" ... I was able to easily scan my 15-year-old GMC and quickly resolve the codes. ... "
" ... First time ever using a OBD2 scanner, works great. ... "
" ... You will get WAY for functionality out of this scanner and can customize it to your specific vehicle. ... "
" ... This scanner works great, best buy for the money and capabilities. ... "
" ... This scanner was recommended by the Dr Prius app. ... The Dr Prius website explains how the chip in this scanner is superior to many of the more expensive models out there. ... Apparently this is true, because this scanner seemed to work better than an of the other scanners I had purchased before that either did not scan, or stopped working after a short while. ... This scanner works great so far. ... "
" ... This is likely due to my leaving the scanner plugged in 24/7. ... "
Ports
19plug, adapter, car, obd, obd2 port
+58%
-42%
" ... Plug in and forget about it. ... "
" ... After two years this adapter still does exactly what I needed it for. ... "
" ... works fast, connects fast, LEDs stay on permanently, but does not like Honda OBDI 3 pin with 16 pin adapter. ... "
" ... Has LED's that let you know it's making good contact with your car's OBD port. ... "
" ... Plugged it in to my OBD2 port and my engine Tach was bouncing. ... "
" ... You just plug it into the OBD II port of your car and connect it to your smartphone. ... "
" ... these little adapters are great! ... "
" ... Reasonably priced, just plug it into the OBD port, turn on the bluetooth on your phone and it's communicating, The device is great. ... The adapter is plug and play. ... "
Size
17small, keep, handy, size, leave
+100%
" ... The fact that it's so compact allows me to easily carry it in my mobile tool kit as well. ... "
" ... Cheap enough to buy a spare to keep handy. ... "
" ... It's compact enough that I just leave it in the OBD socket full-time and it's not in the way. ... "
" ... I bought this for discreet use at auctions and or for easier carrying around at auctions. ... So hidden, I keep on forgetting it inside the car ... "
" ... It's amazing how this small little item has saved so much time. ... "
" ... Very compact, just what i needed. ... "
" ... It's just obviously less portable. ... "
" ... Nice and small. ... "
Returns
15returning, refund, support, replacement, going
+13%
-87%
" ... Doesnt work, and not eligible for return. ... "
" ... I tried to do a return and it won't let me return. ... "
" ... Support was responsive, but none of their suggestions worked, so I had to return it. ... "
" ... This is not eligible for return so I am just out ten dollars. ... "
" ... Had to straighten it. ... "
" ... I will be returning this item. ... "
" ... After an hour of frustration, I threw it in the trash. ... "
" ... Replacement had the exact same issue. ... "
Product As Described
15works, described, exactly as described, worked, exactly
+100%
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Awesome, just as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as described. ... "
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
Delivery
15product, box, work, delivery, dead
+53%
-47%
" ... Works as advertised, very quick delivery. ... "
" ... Arrived in great time. ... "
" ... Shipped securely in foam box. ... "
" ... I received this product, tested it and worked fine. ... "
Fit
15torque, prius, vehicle, toyota, hybrid
+73%
-27%
" ... Works good on 2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. ... "
" ... Placed in my car last august and never removed. ... "
" ... Works great in my 2004 Honda Civic. ... "
" ... Paired with the torque app, and installed on my car full time - you never even see/feel the adapter below the steering column in my Impreza. ... "
" ... This one is out of the way and has a good snug fit. ... "
" ... So hidden, I keep on forgetting it inside the car ... "
" ... I cut the bit of plastic trim that was in the way and now the the obd reader fits well and I am using it in conjunction with torque lite. ... "
" ... Works fine with Torque, Dr Prius and Hybrid Assistant ... "
Overall performance
13works great, speed, fast, shipping, gets
+100%
" ... Works great, fast diagnosis, links with possible solutions. ... "
" ... For basic tasks, this is the perfect product for me and the price point was awesome. ... "
" ... The price is incredible, and it did the job! ... "
" ... No issues, even with high speed data transfer. ... "
" ... Works good does its job ... "
" ... High speed and all. ... "
" ... Gets the job done ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
Features
11red light, light, lights, check engine light, warning
+91%
-9%
" ... You can just look up why the "check engine" light is on, see if it is urgent or not, and can then decide if you need to see a mechanic ASAP or if it can wait. ... "
" ... I honestly haven't taken the time to really get into it and see exactly what other features work. ... "
" ... So I cleared the light. ... "
" ... Engine warning light was on due to fan relay problem. ... No more warning light. ... "
" ... It’s got a lot of very cool features! ... "
" ... Has many other features that I have yet to try. ... "
" ... I have a 96 Nissan Maxima so I don't get to use all the features but it does tell me allot of information. ... "
" ... A lot of negative reviews state the light stays a solid red. ... "
Battery Life
11car, prius, high voltage battery, drain, leave
+73%
-27%
" ... No abs/srs or battery coding. ... "
" ... Buy Dr Prius app also n you can check the high voltage battery (hybrid). ... "
" ... Install was a breeze and I've been leaving the unit inside the car the entire time without any issue with the battery. ... "
" ... When installing additional programs on my smartphone - I can check the status of the hybrid system and check the cells of the hybrid battery. ... "
" ... plugged it in the day it arrived and I've never had any sort of battery issues, power issues, or any issues of any kind. ... "
" ... I use it on my Prius gen II, and I'm able to read each battery cell, temp, etc. ... "
" ... now i can monitor my high voltage battery . ... "
" ... I bought a new battery pack and had it replaced for the old one and the car's been working well since. ... "
For Travel
7trips, light, gas, also, miles
+100%
" ... The miles per gallon indicator provides instantaneous and average trip indications . ... "
" ... I found this product to be really useful for tracking my trips. ... "
" ... I also use it on a low end LG Aristo 2 also loaded with Torque Pro for live monitoring on trips and has also worked great. ... "
" ... It'll not only break down how your fuel economy is doing, but will tell you how much the trip cost you if you put the price of gas in. ... "
" ... Being wireless is also helpful when recording trip information. ... "
" ... Not having to worry about that light being on during my trip was worth every Penny spent. ... "
" ... Took a trip to Vegas last week ... "
Other
7sensor, codes, vehicle, smog, reads
+57%
-43%
" ... All my sensors finally got ready and then I took it to the shop to do the test. ... "
" ... I was able to check readiness with this sensor using the OBD Auto Doctor app, and it shows the same 3 codes my local smog technician showed me. ... "
" ... If you have an older model car, the car might not have all the sensors that this sensor reader it is able to read. ... "
Capacity
6family, 2, one
+83%
-17%
" ... Will probably buy 1 or 2 more to gift friends or family. ... "
" ... Best $15 I have invested in my car. ... "
" ... and I've left it connected for weeks in my car. ... "
" ... Perfect for a mobile mechanic, or car enthusiast with a project car. ... "
" ... Bought 2 of these one for me and one for a family member. ... "
Defective Delivery
6defective, received, product, opened, one
+17%
-83%
" ... First thing when I opened the box and examined the unit I noticed one of the pins was bent. ... "
" ... Maybe I got a dud. ... "
" ... I am now stuck with this defective piece of junk because its not a returnable item which is BS. ... "
" ... I received a defective item. ... "
" ... Product was defective on arrival. ... "
For Running
4plugged
+50%
-50%
" ... Device seemed to function ok with the vehicle parked and running. ... "
" ... However, if I leave it plugged in it causes my running lights to stay on. ... "
Accuracy
4use, super, easy to use, easy, code
+100%
" ... Fast and accurate. ... "
" ... seems to be pretty accurate ... "
Display Clarity
4time, useful, screen, phone, information
+100%
" ... I don't monitor this all the time, but good to have this capability in my old car which does not display any of those. ... "
" ... All the info on your phone screen. ... "
" ... Nexus 7 big display allows many dials and graphs real time ... "
" ... Displays a lot of useful information ... It will display most information that is needed to diagnose issues. ... "
Design
4look, stays, red, little, light
+75%
-25%
" ... A lot of negative reviews state the light stays a solid red. ... "
" ... Why look elsewhere when this is perfect? ... "
" ... Looks pretty under the dash. ... "
Build Quality
4first, broke, worked great, opened, looks
+25%
-75%
" ... First thing when I opened the box and examined the unit I noticed one of the pins was bent. ... Looks to be cheaply made. ... "
" ... Worked great for the first couple weeks then broke. ... "
" ... I paid $11 for this pretty piece of useless plastic. ... "
For Kids
3one, mine
+100%
" ... Brought it for my son. ... "
" ... I've had mine for a while love it, bought one for my son. ... "
" ... This is the second one I purchased, after my son kept borrowing mine. ... "
As Gift
3got, bought
+100%
" ... Got this as a gift and I use it everyday. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my dad and he really likes it. ... "
" ... So I bought another for my son in law as a gift. ... "
Wifi
3works, much, better, bluetooth, android
+100%
" ... I had the WiFi version before and this is much better. ... "
" ... This one also works only with Android although it gives you the option 4 Wi-Fi, it only works with Bluetooth Android devices. ... "
" ... I have heard the wifi model works much better. ... "
Storage
3color
+67%
-33%
" ... This one had no problems at all and the blue color makes it stand out in a drawer. ... "
" ... that's fine, I usually drive with a full or mostly filled tank, anyhow. ... "
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