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Veepeak Mini WiFi OBD2 Scanner for iOS and Android Car OBD II Check Engine Light Diagnostic Code Reader Scan Tool Supports Torque Pro OBD Fusion Car Scanner App
Last Updated: May 3, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.6
SCORE
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Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
448
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1996 meters
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Software Platform
156ios, codes, obd fusion, torque, wifi
+69%
-31%
" ... App is called OBD Fusion for both iOS and Android! ... "
" ... I downloaded the free app and it was more trouble than it was worth so I stopped being cheap and got the $10 app and worked like a charm! ... "
" ... The app that I used it with was OBDCarDoctor (iOS) had zero issues pulling codes on my Camry Hybrid. ... "
" ... Worked with iOS apps OBDCarDoctor, EQBD-Facile, and Carista for me, I didn't try any others. ... "
" ... Works well on my 2000 Honda Accord and DashCMD App on iOS 10 / iPhone 7. ... "
" ... Finding a good app to use with it has been the biggest problem. ... "
" ... However, the Dash Command app I bought is not so well. ... "
" ... I installed the OBD Fusion app to go along with this. ... "
Apps
137ios, obd fusion app, torque, obd fusion, codes
+74%
-26%
" ... Other apps have different features but I haven't tried them. ... "
" ... Easy to connect to, works great with OBD Car Doctor app. ... "
" ... This little thing is awesome, I paid 8$ for an app and it works way better than expected. ... "
" ... I got a free app (ODBCCarDoctor) on my iPhone and have used it several times thanks to an old car :-) Saves me time from running in to find out it's code that is no big deal. ... "
" ... I went with OBD Fusion on iOs.and I am happy with that App. ... "
" ... app to eliminate the fault lights on my car dash, but once that was accomplished it was easy sailing. ... "
" ... This device allows me to use an app called OBD Fusion on my iPhone to monitor the health of my vehicles. ... "
" ... Was going to use Dashcommand but that app hasn't been updated for over a year. ... "
Device Compatibility
109connected, wifi, obd fusion, connects, bluetooth
+56%
-44%
" ... I love being able to use my cell phone. ... "
" ... It connects easily and is really quick. ... "
" ... Use it daily on my f250 6.0 PSD ... "
" ... Worked great with my iPhone, I was hesitant about these and the quality of the connection. ... "
" ... Bluetooth/wifi worked well and this also works with other apps! ... "
" ... Use it with Dash Command on my iPhone and iPad. ... "
" ... Looking for the day the App Radio can connect without the need of an iPhone. ... "
" ... It installed properly and was recognized immediately. ... After I linked it to the Veepeak adapter, it has worked seamlessly ever since. ... "
Product Reliability
49stopped working, working, error, faulty, failed
+37%
-63%
" ... This isnt working for me. ... I must got a defective one. ... "
" ... Respond very slowly, -"and it stops working after 3 months. ... "
" ... got the second one which failed the first day I had it. ... "
" ... Maybe I received a defective one but nonetheless I wouldn’t recommend. ... "
" ... This is a bad buy , product doesn’t work well and is not reliable ... "
" ... After 4 months adapter is very sluggish with no stable connections. ... Never left plugged in. ... "
" ... Unfortunately it stopped a month and half after I received it. ... "
" ... Does not work. ... "
Ease of Use
45easy, use, app, works great, vehicle
+91%
-9%
" ... Very god and easy device cheap for what it does I recommend ... "
" ... Works great on my 2010 BMW 328i, and is relatively easy to set up once you find a good app. ... "
" ... A great product that's easy to use, and accomplishes everything promised. ... "
" ... It was easy to use and gives good information for my vehicle (2010 F150). ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use and install. ... "
" ... Super Easy to use, Gives you good information when going to the mechanic. ... "
" ... Very useful and very easy to use too, ... "
Wifi
32connect, connection, wi fi, via, signal
+56%
-44%
" ... Plug it in, it powers up and you connect via wifi. ... "
" ... The wifi is a little less stable than expected but for the price it's a great buy. ... "
" ... Works really good with shift and dash command as long as you search for the wifi signal on your phone before starting . ... "
" ... I bought the app DashCommand and now wherever I go, I can connect to this device like a wifi network and it'll track live rpms, speed, hp, fuel consumption, performance times, and more. ... "
" ... The iPhone saw the Wifi reader, and the Fusion app saw the data without a problem. ... "
" ... Very handy but it is constantly sending out a wifi signal so dont be confused if you are in your vehicle trying to use your phone for surfing and it isnt connecting, turn off wifi on your phone since it will automatically look for a wifi signal before using cell signal ... "
" ... Bluetooth/wifi worked well and this also works with other apps! ... "
" ... This bad boy connects via WiFi and almost every app I threw at it worked out fine without any problems. ... "
Price
27price, worth, cost, waste, saved
+81%
-19%
" ... Other than those issues, for the cost, it works great. ... "
" ... Otherwise, it's saved me so much money, great product, great price. ... "
" ... Totally worth it. ... "
" ... I would say it was worth the cost. ... "
" ... Can’t beat the price. ... "
" ... This thing is awesome, and especially for the price. ... "
" ... And can’t beat the price for what it offers. ... "
" ... It has saved me money already. ... "
Scan Quality
25obd, works like, scanner works great, obd2, works great
+84%
-16%
" ... The scanner is very compact, easy to use, yet fully functional. ... "
" ... This scanner works just as it's supposed to. ... "
" ... I was in the market for a car scanner. ... It works way better than my buddies mid range handheld scanner. ... "
" ... The scanner connected to my iPhone found my CEL code, and cleared it in 60" ... "
" ... I used a free version of car scanner. ... "
" ... This OBD2 scanner works like it should. ... I can scan for codes and also clear them out. ... "
" ... This scanner works extremely well in conjunction with the IPhone. ... "
" ... Used for my Hummer H3 and it works like a charm with my iPhone and the app called Car Scanner ... "
Marketplace
23advertised, seller, described, company, worked
+91%
-9%
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... Great just as advertised. ... "
" ... Speedo looking pic is iOBD2. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Great product fast shipping and awesome communication! ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
Setup
22instructions, wifi, easy, use, easy to use
+77%
-23%
" ... It comes in a very tiny box with even tinier instructions, but they were straightforward. ... "
" ... Easy to use and install. ... "
" ... Very simple to install and use. ... "
" ... Thought I would have to pay a couple hundred bucks for this same setup . ... "
" ... I recommend following the setup instructions to configure a static IP address for the WiFi connection so you can use your mobile data while connected to the scanner while it's connected to WiFi. ... "
" ... Cheap and easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Easy to use though a little confusing on wifi setup until I read the directions. ... "
" ... I verified connections, pins, wifi configuration, app setting. ... "
Network
19signal, connection, network, connection issues, vehicle
+47%
-53%
" ... Constantly loses connection. ... "
" ... Falls out or wifi disconnects in car. ... Cannot get consistent connection to device. ... "
" ... Still has some connection issues. ... The devise was broadcasting the wifi, however it was not reading the vehicle. ... "
" ... Kept getting communication errors, even though the two were connected on the network. ... "
" ... The unit works for a few minutes then stops sending a signal. ... "
" ... It worked the first time and has not worked since, it will not send a wifi signal. ... "
" ... Then it would drop the connection and I have to start all over. ... "
" ... Get Overheated and then loose connection. ... "
Product As Described
14advertised, described, worked
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Speedo looking pic is iOBD2. ... "
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as expected and advertised. ... "
" ... The replacement works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works great as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
Returns
12returned, replacement, sent a replacement, seller, refunded
+25%
-75%
" ... Never worked but didn't cost enough to go through the return process ... "
" ... Not worth returning, it is in the landfill. ... "
" ... I think I’ve had it too long for a refund. ... "
" ... This is junk and unfortunately I have no way to get my money back or get a replacement because I bought it few months back and it sat in the box until I opened it today for the first time to use it when my son had a check engine light on his car! ... "
" ... It worked just enough early in to where I didn’t return it and now I can’t. ... "
" ... I’m very frustrated because I’d like to return the item but can’t get it out of my car. ... Maybe with a pliers if I destroy it but I see no other way so I can’t even return it. ... "
" ... Sending it back . ... "
" ... Too late to return after trying to get part to work. ... "
Bluetooth
12wifi, via, connect, version, connectivity
+42%
-58%
" ... It does not connect via Bluetooth and no way to read data. ... "
" ... It also is only WIFI, no Bluetooth. ... "
" ... Downloaded the app Dashcommander and still can't find the device thru bluetooth . ... "
" ... Does not say it does not connect via Bluetooth. ... "
" ... I sent it back and purchased a Bluetooth device for about the same $$ ... "
" ... made sure app was set to Wi-Fi not Bluetooth . ... back to bluetooth . ... "
Fit
11nissan, dash, works great, vw, hybrid
+64%
-36%
" ... I just trimmed a little off the dash and then it fit fine. ... "
" ... Smaller and more reliable than my old connector works well with my CMD dash software on my IPhone ... "
" ... Works perfect with my iPhone 6Plus ... "
" ... Well made, packaged in custom foam box insert for shipment ... "
" ... Worked as described--along with Dash Command--to diagnose my ailing car ... "
" ... Works great in my '08 Nissan Titan it connects quickly with my IPhone 7plus . ... "
Size
10small, size, way, tool, car
+100%
" ... Works well on Iphone, small and portable ... "
" ... Nice and compact so it doesn't get in the way while you are driving. ... "
" ... Small, compact design stays hidden and out of the way from being bumped. ... "
" ... Super easy to use and small so it can travel with you anywhere and all you need is your smartphone to use it. ... "
" ... Very quick and compact tool to have in your car or truck. ... "
" ... Everyone should carry one around on their glove box. ... "
" ... The best thing is the small size, compared to a previous one I had used, I forgot I had it plugged in. ... "
" ... I'll be keeping this handy tool around. ... "
Battery Life
10car, drain, leave, kill your battery, charge
+20%
-80%
" ... Once it's in the port it's always on, and will slowly drain power continuously which could lead to a dead battery situation. ... "
" ... Before it sucked the battery out of my car. ... but that was also because the battery was going bad anyway. ... but if you leave your car in the garage over the winter it will be hard on the battery. ... "
" ... Caused battery to drain quickly when at airport. ... Had dead battery many times. ... "
" ... It however drained my car battery completely when left connected on parked car for a 6 days ... "
" ... As it's sold now, it will drain battery if left plugged in while your car is off. ... "
" ... Luckily I disconnected the car battery, waited then reconnected it and that seems to have fixed the issue. ... "
Ports
9obd port, port, plugged, wifi, vehicle
+44%
-56%
" ... After 4 months adapter is very sluggish with no stable connections. ... "
" ... Used it on a GM car, obd port plugged in, light comes on, but the supposed wifi did not even show up. ... "
" ... Started frying my obd2 port’s fuses after a short while ... "
" ... The adapter never connected to the wi-fi so I couldn't use it. ... "
" ... then times I do connect it disconnects pretty quickly and says connection adapter not working . ... "
Features
8check engine light, hidden, functions, engine, check engine lights
+100%
" ... It does however work well, and I don't feel the add-on functions were necessary for basic use. ... "
" ... I tried coding some hidden features on the car and it seemed to be successful. ... "
" ... No more running to the auto parts store to get a read on the check engine light. ... "
" ... has tones of hidden features. ... "
" ... Yesterday, the "check engine" light on our 2006 Hyundai Elantra came on and I used it successfully. ... "
" ... Easy and inexpensive way of finding out what is causing engine check lights. ... "
" ... This is pretty cool, but honestly if your check engine light isn't on . ... "
" ... It also reads and clears check engine lights. ... "
ISP
8connection, cellular, wifi, via, ip address
+38%
-63%
" ... I tried DHCP and fixed-IP wifi. ... "
" ... cant get it to link up. ... "
" ... Cannot get consistent connection to device. ... "
" ... Still has some connection issues. ... "
Build Quality
7made, broke, two, time, looks
+57%
-43%
" ... Well made, packaged in custom foam box insert for shipment ... "
" ... I had a worn gas cap. ... "
" ... It is made of plastic but looks sturdy. ... "
" ... This unit seems solid. ... "
Other
6car, state, emissions, code, reset
+100%
" ... (if your selling a car it is nice to show them that there are no sensor errors) ... "
" ... Receives just about all engine sensor data. ... "
" ... Once I cleared the codes and my car completed its self tests, this sensor and my app told me I was ready to pass the emissions test specific to my state. ... "
" ... Almost love it, gave me the correct diagnosis (camshaft position sensor), I changed it and mileage has increased significantly, but you have to buy an upgrade to clear the code from the car. ... "
" ... If you just need to monitor every sensor on your car then this is perfect! ... "
Heating
6time, plugged, gets, unit, minutes
+17%
-83%
" ... It would get extremely hot when using. ... "
" ... But it's geting a little hot when used for a long period of time. ... "
" ... Went to unplug it and it was very hot. ... "
" ... I only noticed the heat when I removed it after spending a lot of time trying to sync it with the phone. ... "
" ... The unit actually gets hot when it fails. ... "
Charging
6car, time, drain, diagnose, dealer
+50%
-50%
" ... Once it's in the port it's always on, and will slowly drain power continuously which could lead to a dead battery situation. ... "
" ... As it's sold now, it will drain battery if left plugged in while your car is off. ... "
Capacity
5wifi, unit, small, size, scanners
+100%
" ... I was concerned about WiFi since the car unit is on my home network when in the garage. ... "
" ... Father in law car ... "
" ... It has helped me solve a lot of problems with all my family’s cars. ... "
" ... It was picked up in the house ... "
" ... This is great to check your car with. ... "
As Gift
5friend, one, car
+100%
" ... It was a gift for a friend . ... "
" ... would definitely purchase again as a gift. ... "
" ... I bought my second one as a gift for a friend since he's mostly in doubt when he takes his car to his local mechanic and diagnoses the problem by guessing. ... "
" ... It was a great fathers gift for my dad. ... "
" ... Was a gift and I think they liked it, they requested it. ... "
Overall performance
5time, real, gets, done, speed
+100%
" ... Real time refresh speed ... "
" ... Otherwise it does the job. ... "
" ... Yes this did its job. ... "
Delivery
5delivery, works, received, arrived
+100%
" ... Arrived on time and in good condition. ... "
" ... Received the item as per described. ... "
" ... It can be easily stored in the glove box. ... "
" ... fast delivery and works great I have not had to diagnose any problems yet though ... "
Data reception
5wifi, lte, ip, via, internet
+40%
-60%
" ... Problem is the wifi connection knocks out your LTE data on iOS. ... So, either you go without LTE while you drive or you forget and redo the OBD2 WiFi network with a static IP every time you start the car. ... "
Design
5looks, hidden, design, way, made
+100%
" ... doesn’t look or feel cheap and it’s small design keeps it hidden and out of site when installed. ... "
" ... Small, compact design stays hidden and out of the way from being bumped. ... "
" ... but it is very cool. ... "
" ... It is made of plastic but looks sturdy. ... "
Cooling
4thing, temp, rpm, fuel, engine
+100%
" ... Fuel flow, engine coolant temp, and dozens of other bits of data that I haven’t yet explored. ... "
" ... This little thing is cool. ... "
" ... but it is very cool. ... "
Cables
3obd port, long, laptop, cable
+33%
-67%
" ... In the before time, in the long-long ago, i was using an OBDII cable reader attached to a laptop, which was cumbersome and tricky to use. ... "
" ... Connector is way too loose. ... "
Display Clarity
3display, car, works, screen, refresh
+100%
" ... Works well, is much better than an old LCD screen OBDII reader. ... "
" ... Why don’t car manufacturers let you do this with the dash display? ... "
" ... On the road, the refresh rate was as good as the car's displays ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1996 meters
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes