GaragePRO scanner seems to be great on paper providing some advanced functionality. Basic features like the scanning engine, it was outstanding, providing explanations and diagnostic reports for the scan of your motor, however, when I tried advanced features they did not work very well. I tried some service procedures and resets but they seemed not working properly and I tried 3 test vehicles of different brands.
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The scanner is not bad for basic global OBD features, but advanced functionality did not work very well and therefore there is no real point in buying this.
You can either get the same value for a cheaper scanner or spend the same money for a more advanced scanner, like one of the bi-directional Bluetooth scanners that are the same price.
Who tested product & wrote this review?
Tester & Editor for this review: Juraj Lukacko
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Features
| Feature | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Bluetooth |
| Device type | Bluetooth adapter |
| Need extra device | Smartphone (iOS/Android) |
| Need internet | Yes |
| Own software | Yes |
| Can use 3rd party software | No |
| Subscription/Update | Yes/No (can buy lifetime version) |
| Vehicle coverage | All |
| Global OBD Modes | Yes |
| Live data graphs | Yes |
| Data logging | No |
| Scan other modules | Yes |
| Diagnostic report PDF | Yes |
| Full live data | No |
| Bi-Directional | No |
| Service Procedures | No (not working well) |
| ECU coding | No |
| Full review + video | https://www.iamcarhacker.com/garagepro-scanner-carpm-review/ |
| Price range | $50-200 |
| Current price | https://garagepro.shop/products/garagepro-obd-scan-tool-advanced-plus |
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