Proper OBD2 Scanner? Or Wifi Unit w/Proper App
 

Hi All

I am in the market for a Boxster, and besides from the obvious PPI, I wanted to bring along a good code reader that can help me diagnose any big issues.

I have had something like the Foxwell NT510 for my previous BMW, but I was unaware that I could use the same unit for other brands so I gave it away with the car.

Should I invest in another one? Or can I get away with an app along with a wifi unit (I have a VGate at the moment) that should give the same information, and clear codes etc. If so- What app would you recommend?

Otherwise, can I get away with a more "standard" unit such as the item below? It is 1/3 of the price of the Foxwell unit, but looks like it does all of the same functions.

https://www.amazon.com/LAUNCH-Enhanced-Universal-Automotive-Function/dp/B0811JXH3M/ref=sr_1_45?dchild=1&keywords=porsche+obd2+scanner &qid=1613426988&sr=8-45


Thanks in advance!

Check out this discussion where this came up.

http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/80021-smoking-engine-after-coil-spark-plug-change.html#post633634

Here is a youtube review. https://youtu.be/Caw9xWiIoE0

I believe he mentions you can rent one for 10 days from Durametric for 10 days for $50.

A forum poster JFPinPA recommends the Durametric over Foxwell for reasons he mentions in the first discussion.

wouldn't even use the foxwell if it were given to me for free.

Durametic is the best porsche tool, but it's porsche only.

If you just want a reader, get any of the bluetooth ones, usually around $25 on amazon & buy Torque Pro on your phone. The free version will read codes but pro is cheap and has more features.

I have iPhone, I believe Torque is not available

Any good app on the app store (iOS)

If you have an iPhone, most of the "cheap" bluetooth OBD readers won't work. You will need to get a wifi version

There are plenty of OBD apps in the app store

I use the Foxwell 530, works fine for a lot of functions.