Proper OBD2 Scanner? Or Wifi Unit w/Proper App

[solo118]

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!

[john12312]

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.

[Stl-986]

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.

[solo118]

Originally Posted by Stl-986

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)

[JayG]

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

[Homeoboxter]

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