Autel AP2500/AP2500E OBD2 Scanner Bluetooth Code Reader, Upgraded of AP200, OBDII Scanner All-System Diagnostic Tool, CAN FD, 5 Hot Resets, AutoVIN, Check Engine Light, Car Code Reader for Android/iOS

I can’t afford a $800-1000 scanner right now, but I needed something better than the $50-75 simple engine only code reader. The manufacturer software is only $22 per manufacturer/brand per year, so it’s not expensive to keep. So far with the manufacturer. The other expensive scanners require yearly renewal of $400+/year. If I was a garage that would be a deal, but I only work on my own cars.I do all my own work as long as I have the tools needed and don’t need a full car lift to do it.This Bluetooth makes it easy to work on the car with my phone and kick off diags and do things like TPMS and so on. I’m actually able to read transmission codes and BCM also and reset the systems. These codes do not show up on a normal code scanner.If I’m buying a used car, this tool will be VERY important to determine what’s really wrong with the car before buying.I highly recommend this if you can’t afford a tablet scanner. I now have time to save for one of those. I’m able to help others with repairs or knowledge also.It’s easy to use just read the instructions and know that you will need to download an additional app launched with the main app. That app does the specific manufacturer diags.

Works exactly like stated and if you have two cars and both same brand it’s free services

2015 Porsche Cayman S:On Rennlist etc people have successfully used the previous version of this scanner (the AP200) to reset oil/service messages and code new batteries on the 981.This version says "function unavailable" for both of these when I tried to select them.Also, this scanner is completely worthless for even OBD scanning as when I tried to do a general scan it says "firmware update needed". It's so glitchy that it took multiple tries to get the update to download (over 5G). When the update finally installs and I tried to scan codes, it again says "firmware update needed". I went through this several times and it's just stuck in an endless loop.To add more insult, the Auto website wasn't even working when I tried to look for answers there.I called Autel (they said they were having trouble with the website, but I'd seen it barely working for weeks) and the agent took my info and emailed me so I could email them more details. I never heard back in two weeks. I then tried emailing Autel support and again never heard back after a week.My main question was why would features be removed on a newer version of the tool when they worked on the previous one.I can't recommend Autel at all as a company after this.

"I purchased this scanner for my 2005 Acura RSX Type S. I needed an updated OBD2 scan tool since mine was over a decade old. It still functioned but did not have nearly the amount of useful functions as the AP200. When I recieved the scanner I opened the sealed package and went through the quick reference guide, setup steps. After scanning the QR Code on the side of the VCI for it to enter the serial number nothing happened. I played around for 20 minutes downloading different Autel software in Hope's I had maybe just made a mistake. Finally after being super frustrated I called the 1-855-AutelUS phone number. It was later in the day around 2:30PST and I'm on the West Coast so I wasn't sure if I would reach anyone. But sure enough someone named Nithin answered. I told him my issue and he had me download teamviewer so he could see exactly what was happening. He though it was odd also and asked for my Units Serial number. After checking that he said my Brand New AP200 had already been registered to some guy and he had downloaded the Volkswagon diagnostic information with it. I was rightfully upset and angry. He explained this actually happens often with these because Amazon has a no questions asked return policy. People apparently purchase these Scanners from amazon, scan the bar code through the clear packaging or use the Serial number which has an easily noticable sticker on the outside of the package to download the $20 vehicle software and then return them for a refund. Pretty Pathetic and Sad. So Autel needs to fix this issue by making it impossible to scan the QR code through the packaging and make a no return policy on these items. Luckily the customer service representative Nithin was awesome! And we had a few good laughs at the expense of the VW guy. The rep said he would unlock the unit from the scammers account and I should be able to use it within a day and get my free software for my vehicle. So today I was able to finishing setting it up and I immediately programmed 2 new keys I had already had cut by using my only original for the vehicle. This AP200 actually saved me money on just that alone! The dealer wanted $125 to program 2 keys because they use special scan tools and software but this awesome scanner was able to easily do it for me once I followed some basic steps. This is just the tip of the iceburg! This little scanner does so much more useful stuff I cant wait to try out. Well worth the cost in my opinion and better than more popular OBD2 Bluetooth scanners that do way less.But beware about what I said above regarding these people who are trying to scam the system through Amazon. At first i thought i had made a big mistake and was going to return it, but Autels customer service saved the day and made me a happy customer. These units are sold at Auto Parts stores also. So maybe that is a little safer way to purchase these scanners than on Amazon. I am using Android on a Samsung S8+ and so far haven't experienced any issues.Get this scanner and feel relieved Autel has good customer service. Thanks Autel for making a great product!"

Works great used on a few different vehicles so far takes a second to update from time to time but would buy again