- MaxiAP AP200 OBD2 Scanner Bluetooth Wireless OBDII Auto Diagnostic Tool with Full System Diagnostic, 19 Reset Functions, AutoVIN, Check Engine Light Code Reader for iPhone Android

SUMMARY: If you own a European car/suv and perform maintenance, service or repairs you WILL save money having one of these. Autel makes great full featured dedicated scanners if you are a vehicle owner and need to reset maintenance lights or "register" new 12v batteries that cannot be done with the car's dash / info center then this is a good way to stay away from the dealership to perform those tasks. WHAT I LIKE: This ODBII scanner/dongle's software is similar to the software on Autel scanners so if you're familiar with how Autel does things you won't have much learning curve although it does have a little different look and feel The price is very good it's about 1/3 the cost of the hand held scanners with similar features and a fraction of the price for the full featured ("hot" service) tablet type scanners that other brands and even Autel sells. I purchased to perform a battery "registration" on my wife's 2013 Mini Countryman which has the IBS/BMS (Intelligent Battery System/ Battery Management System) that should have a new battery "registered" when installed. A trip to the dealer for a new battery would cost about $300 (perhaps more nowadays as the last time I had a battery installed in a Mini the dealer quoted almost $300 and that was in 2019 - so almost certainly 20-30% or more today). With the new battery being about $180 after taxes and the price of the AP200 I'm saving money right from the start - I have another car where the battery will likely need to be replaced this year so even more savings then. Of course battery registration is just one of the things this scanner can do - electronic parking brake "service mode" when a brake job is being done, and oil change service light resets. I plan on trying the "smart key" immobilizer section here shortly - I'll post my experience after I've attempted that - I've seen videos where new keys have been added on BMW/Mini cars of similar generation to the ones I have so I'm hopeful - if that works the cost of this scanner/dongle is well worth the price paid. WHAT I DON'T LIKE: The software is a bit "unintuitive" - there are sections at the bottom of the screen for "ME" and "MAIL" after a few minutes of use you figure it out but if you're only a casual user you'll likely forget how to navigate the app and have to learn it again. Other quirky things are the app is on a touch screen device (I'm not aware of many apple or android devices that do not have a touch screen) but yet they have "keys" at the bottom of the screen labeled "F2" "F3" "ESC", etc. - I think I understand why Autel did this - to avoid selecting something by mistake but there is also a confirmation if any input will do something you may not wish to do such a clear codes or reset a value. It's not a deal breaker, just a bit clunky. While the one included make of vehicle is nice and not including all makes is likely a way to keep costs down you start to do the math if you have more than two makes of vehicles and start to look at other Autel tablet scanners that will come with all vehicle makes (although perhaps not for "life"). OBSERVATIONS: I didn't have any issues connecting with WiFi enabled as other reviews mention, although I have good WiFi in my garage and decent wireless coverage for my phone - I didn't have to switch off my WiFi. I was able to download the Android app with the QR code and it was on the Google Play store - I didn't have to enable anything to install it from another app store or location. I already had an Autel account (for another TPMS scanner) but had to reset my forgotten password to get the app setup and to download my included car manufacturer add-on. There wasn't excessive requests for permissions by the Autel or added apps so no "we need access to your address book" nonsense. I've not tried any "coding" apps like Carly or BimmerCode with this dongle - will be interesting to see if these work with this dongle and I won't have to spend additional on another one. After I've used this a bit more I'll post an update - so far it looks to be money well spent and is very useful for shade tree mechanics and DIY'ers at home looking to save money doing their own maintenance / repairs.

About me - former pro tech for just a year and a half, I do a vast majority of my own maintenance. If it doesn’t require a lift or an engine hoist I usually tackle it. So I just went through a painful experience with a Foxwell NT510 which has a great reputation for BMW...but I couldn’t get it to scan any specific modules on my 2012 535i. To Foxwell’s credit they helped me for weeks before finally agreeing to a full refund. I saw this and knew Autel had a great reputation for Euro import software and gave it a try. I wanted several of their $400 scanners but I just had issues justifying that expense. Benefit with those is you get tons of makes - downside is you pay for updates (usually at least $150/year). It was easy to set up and it’s really easy to use. It scans tons of modules and gets lots of live data in charts that you can easily manipulate the range, C or F, display type, etc. Example: to change the trans fluid on this car (I don’t believe that any automotive fluid is really “lifetime”) you have to complete the final fill at a certain operating temp range - this tool will give you real time data. Turbo spool RPM’s Engine oil temp Wheel speed sensors (these can cause all sorts of issues with these cars - if you have a bad one you can easily see because all 4 are shown at the same time on the same screen as you drive). It can even tell you what door is open - I guess this is helpful if you’re having door contact sensor issues. What it cannot do? As far as I can tell it won’t do any two way active programming (like programming a battery). So you can’t really change setting or program modules - like transfer case adaptations or setting/initializing window module settings. This sucks because the Foxwell was supposed to do some of that but I got no joy from that tool. Keep in mind I’ve spent a grand total of 10 minutes with this tool but so far it’s an incredible value for a majority of users that need live data and manufacturer specific codes. Even if you aren’t a home mechanic it’s useful to pull codes when the light goes on (or iDrive warning pop up) and do some internet research (there’s a button next to the code readout that searches Google for you) and educate yourself so the mechanic doesn’t just completely hammer you with lies. WELL DONE AUTEL - this product was a long time coming and you guys nailed the value proposition. I’d have paid twice this amount for adaptations and programming but I understand you have to protect your pro level $1000+ scanners. But if you’re listening my wallet is at the ready. I’ll update this review as I learn more about the tool. But so far I love it.

Good product. I can check the system of my car for any fault and deletes it if it can be deleted. Literally you check the status of your car and its current condition. Easy to use with your mobile phone. Though you need to know some vehicle terms in order to fully understand what has been mentioned in your screen.

Did exactly what I expected it to do and more. Love this thing. I always wanted an Autel just could never afford it. Closed my eyes and bought this one and don't regret it one bit.

Excelente equipo, cumple su funcionamiento para medir los datos en vivo del sistema OBDII, compatible en un Renault Clio 2006. Producto original en su blister totalmente sellado, envío por parte de Amazon excelente 👌

very good quality and product but unfortunately it's not fully compatible with my car haval h9 2022

Handy device for DIY person. good qulaity product and app works great. This is good for reading error codes and some mainatnce resets