OBDLink
What is OBDLink?
OBDLink is a free-to-download app that works only with OBDLink MX+, OBDLink CX, and OBDLink MX WiFi OBD adapters, and does not work with other brands. It reads and clears diagnostic trouble codes, displays real-time data across more than 90 parameters, and checks emissions readiness for each US state. It can also log data to CSV, plot GPS-tracked parameters on a map, and produce a full diagnostic report that can be emailed or uploaded to Dropbox.
Pricing. OBDLink is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Reading and clearing Check Engine light codes
- Checking emissions readiness for a specific US state
- Logging vehicle data to CSV for review in Excel
Screenshots
Why this app is in A tier
OBDLink scores 86 out of 100: rating 95, rating count 82, App Store search rank 71, update recency 94. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and A tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
***The OBDLink app exclusively works with OBDLink MX+, OBDLink CX, and OBDLink MX WiFi OBD adapters*** ***The app will NOT function with any other brand of OBD adapter.*** ***MX+ provides Unlimited Free OEM Add-ons, No in-app fees*** Convert your phone or tablet into a full-fledged diagnostic scan tool: read diagnostic trouble codes, clear the "Check Engine" light, check emissions readiness, estimate fuel economy and much more! Key features: - Check and clear diagnostic trouble codes - Read freeze frame data - Display real-time data (over 90 parameters!) - Customizable dashboards - Emissions readiness for each US state - Fuel economy MPG, l/100km or km/l calculation - Multiple trip meters - Log data to CSV format (compatible with Excel) - Retrieve vehicle information including VIN number and calibration ID - Oxygen Sensor Results (Mode $05) - On-board Monitoring Tests (Mode $06) - In-performance Tracking Counters (Mode $09) - GPS tracking - plot vehicle parameters on a map in real-time - Full diagnostic report that can be e-mailed or uploaded to Dropbox - English and Metric units - Support for English, Spanish, French, Greek, Italian, and Czech languages - Free unlimited updates
Compare in Car Diagnostics
| Measure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | A | A | A |
| Score | 86 / 100 | 88 / 100 | 85 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.8 ★ | 4.7 ★ | 4.5 ★ |
| Ratings | 12.9K | 9.4K | 7.0K |
| Latest ratings · 180d | 3.8 ★ · 12 reviews | 3.3 ★ · 20 reviews | — |
| Last update | 96d ago | 23d ago | 21d ago |
| Price | Free + IAP | Free download | Free download |
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Questions about OBDLink
Will it work with any OBD adapter?
No. The app works exclusively with OBDLink MX+, OBDLink CX, and OBDLink MX WiFi adapters and will not function with any other brand of OBD adapter.
Does it cost anything to use?
It is free to download and the App Store lists in-app purchases. The listing says MX+ provides unlimited free OEM add-ons with no in-app fees, and describes the app as ad-free.
Does GPS tracking affect battery life?
Yes. The listing says continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
Is OBDLink free?
OBDLink is free to download, with in-app purchases.
What is OBDLink good for?
OBDLink is built for reading and clearing check engine light codes, checking emissions readiness for a specific US state, logging vehicle data to CSV for review in excel. It sits in the car diagnostics list on AppTierList.
Is OBDLink worth it?
OBDLink is A tier, ranked #12 of 17 car diagnostic apps with a score of 86 out of 100, from a 4.8 App Store rating across 12,869 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 11 apps rank above it.
How does OBDLink compare to BimmerLink?
OBDLink is A tier at 86; BimmerLink is A tier at 88. BimmerLink ranks higher. OBDLink is free to download, with in-app purchases, BimmerLink is free to download.
How often is OBDLink updated?
OBDLink was last updated on 2026-07-15, 96 days ago.
All the facts
- List
- Car Diagnostics
- Tier
- A (Excellent)
- Score
- 86 / 100
- Rank in list
- #12 of 17
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free + IAP
- App Store rating
- 4.8 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 12,869
- Recent reviews
- 3.8 from 12 in the last 180 days
- Current version
- (96 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Travel
- Good for
- Reading and clearing Check Engine light codes, Checking emissions readiness for a specific US state, Logging vehicle data to CSV for review in Excel
- Requires
- iOS 15.0 or later
- Size
- 65 MB
- Age rating
- 17+
- Languages
- 9
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
Ranking refreshed · how it is computed