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product_id: 49676212
title: "OBDLink LX OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for Android and Windows"
brand: "obdlink"
price: "R4167"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Obd Link"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49676212-obdlink-lx-obd2-bluetooth-scanner-for-android-and-windows
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# Android & Windows compatible Bluetooth 3.0 wireless speed Auto power-off saves battery OBDLink LX OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for Android and Windows

**Brand:** obdlink
**Price:** R4167
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚗 Unlock your car’s secrets with pro-grade diagnostics in your pocket!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** OBDLink LX OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for Android and Windows by obdlink
- **How much does it cost?** R4167 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49676212-obdlink-lx-obd2-bluetooth-scanner-for-android-and-windows)

## Best For

- obdlink enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted obdlink brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Auto Power Management:** Leaves your car battery untouched by powering down when idle—plug in and forget it.
- • **Universal EU Vehicle Coverage:** Works flawlessly on all 2001+ EU cars & light trucks (except hybrids/electric).
- • **Compact & Driver-Friendly Design:** Small enough to stay plugged in without bumping your leg, built tough with premium quality.
- • **Seamless Bluetooth 3.0 Connectivity:** Instant pairing with hacker-proof wireless security for a lag-free diagnostic experience.
- • **Pro-Grade Diagnostic Power in Your Pocket:** Transforms your Android device into a high-speed, professional OBD2 scanner with free apps.

## Overview

The OBDLink LX Bluetooth 3.0 OBD2 Adapter is a compact, high-speed automotive diagnostic tool designed exclusively for Android and Windows users. Compatible with all 2001+ EU cars and light trucks (excluding hybrids and electric vehicles), it offers seamless Bluetooth connectivity with hacker-proof security and smart auto power-off to protect your car battery. Easily transform your phone or tablet into a professional-grade scanner with free apps like Torque and Motoscan, enabling real-time vehicle monitoring, fault detection, and error clearing—all in a sleek, driver-friendly design backed by a 3-year warranty.

## Description

Transform your Android into a high-speed automotive diagnostic tool with this wireless OBD2 adapter. Monitor vehicle data and diagnose issues with compatible apps.

Review: A useful engineering tool and also a bit of fun for car enthusiasts. Worth spending that little bit more to get a quality item. - Unlike the many many obd2 devices available on desertcart, the obdlink LX oozes quality. The packaging is good, the instructions easy to follow and the device itself is well built and looks the part. Setup is a doddle, install the app, plug in the obd2 dongle into the obd port of you car (usually under the steering wheel column behind a little cover). Turn the key 2 steps in the ignition without turning over the engine. Then you simply pair the device by opening your bluetooth settings and scanning for the dongle, then pressing the little button on the front of the dongle itself. Pairing should take no time at all. Once paired, the only thing left to do is open the obdlink app from the app store you previously installed and then select the newly paired device in settings and hey presto! You are done. Being my first and only odb dongle I wanted to test how responsive/laggy this device was between my phone and the actual car dashboard display. Having seen many of the cheaper dongles in use on youtube and the lag between reality and the readout on the phone I was very surprised to see that there was hardly any lag at all. Yes, there is lag but it is so small that it is barely there at all. I also installed torque pro and tried this next, again, setup was a doddle, just opened settings in the app, selected my previously paired device and within 10 or 20 seconds it was actively connected. The other important feature of this particular dongle is that it powers down when not in use and wakes up when the key is in the ignition. I tested this, I didn't want to leave it draining my battery so I left the car for 30 minutes and came back and I was not able to connect to the dongle. How useful is this device? Well, its a bit early to tell, but I can really see that it will be a useful thing to have around. Already I am seeing 2 error entries in my car and the app allows me to go directly to a website with a single click. It is also easy to clear errors with a single press.
Review: Fully functional with MG/ROVER/BMW ECU unlike cheaper copies. - Does everything it says it does, there is a free app on google play which works very well, and has a windows app that syncs with the android app. I am using this with Torque which is even better than the stock app. and has more features, plugins, etc. and is aimed at the UK market (stock app seems more for US market). The unit can be left plugged in as it will switch off automatically when you leave the car, so is more than just a diagnostic tool, it is great for live dashboard information, either by mounting your phone or by going the whole hog and permanently fitting an android tablet as a combined ECU/Engine monitor and media player. Smaller than other units, so does not bump my leg when driving, shows all the ECU info, and shows faults that are expected to happen but have not happened yet, which is very useful. When checking fault codes, Torque links to a website that explains symptoms, possible causes, and how to fault find. Can be used to monitor fuel use, MPG, how carefully you drive, trip recording, there are a number of plugins you can add on to the third party Torque app. as well as theme. I bought a cheaper chinese type OBD prior to this one and it was not much use at all, does not work with my ECU and only read a couple of vehicle (non-ECU) sensors. This really is the one to go for if you intend leaving it connected all the time and want the fastest polling rates for live dashboard.

## Features

- Transform your phone, tablet, or PC into a professional-grade automotive scan tool (not compatible with Apple iOS devices)
- Safe to leave plugged in, won't drain your car's battery
- Free Android app & Windows software (compatible with 3rd party apps such as Torque and DashCommand)
- Works on all 2001+ cars and light trucks sold in the European Union (except hybrid or electric vehicles)
- Easy to use, instals in seconds, and features hacker-proof wireless security

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00H9S71LW |
| Best Sellers Rank | 7,390 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 79 in OBD-II Engine System Diagnostic Tools |
| Brand | OBDLink |
| Brand Name | OBDLink |
| Country Of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 7,329 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00897155000142 |
| Included Components | Compliance insert, Quick Start Guide, Scanner, Warranty Card |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5L x 4.5W x 2.3H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Diagnostic Scan Tool |
| Item Weight | 1.1 Ounces |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | OBD Solutions |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 3-year Manufacturer Repair or Replace Warranty |
| Operating System | Android, Windows |
| Operating system | Android, Windows |
| Power Source | 12V DC (Vehicle Power) |
| Power source | 12V DC (Vehicle Power) |
| Product dimensions | 5L x 4.5W x 2.3H centimetres |
| UPC | 897155000142 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** OBDLink
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00897155000142
- **Language:** English
- **Manufacturer:** OBD Solutions
- **Operating system:** Android, Windows
- **Power source:** 12V DC (Vehicle Power)
- **Product dimensions:** 5L x 4.5W x 2.3H centimetres
- **UPC:** 897155000142

## Images

![OBDLink LX OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for Android and Windows - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51luj9D8lwL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this diagnose esp and aer faults on a peugeot 508sw**
A: You would be better with Lexia or Peugeot Planet. This is a generic obd interface. Not designed to do OEM level diagnostics and PP is the OEM one for pugs

**Q: Is this product genuine? it is sold by sjjdtechuk which is a chinese company, and we all know about the elm327 clones that come out of china.**
A: yes, it is genuine.
we are officially authorized reseller of OBDLink.Please don't worry!

**Q: 2013 toyota gt86 is this compatiable**
A: I use the device with a Free lander from 2006 and a Peugeot 206 CC model year 2004.No problem what so ever. All cars obey the standards nowadays (there seem to be some diversions with Fords), but you should be alright.

**Q: Will it also read and erase abs, airbag, transmission, codes**
A: On my Audi A3 -00 it did not read fault codes from the abs, for that I hade to get another and more expensive obd2 reader.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A useful engineering tool and also a bit of fun for car enthusiasts. Worth spending that little bit more to get a quality item.
*by M***K on 12 August 2015*

Unlike the many many obd2 devices available on amazon, the obdlink LX oozes quality. The packaging is good, the instructions easy to follow and the device itself is well built and looks the part. Setup is a doddle, install the app, plug in the obd2 dongle into the obd port of you car (usually under the steering wheel column behind a little cover). Turn the key 2 steps in the ignition without turning over the engine. Then you simply pair the device by opening your bluetooth settings and scanning for the dongle, then pressing the little button on the front of the dongle itself. Pairing should take no time at all. Once paired, the only thing left to do is open the obdlink app from the app store you previously installed and then select the newly paired device in settings and hey presto! You are done. Being my first and only odb dongle I wanted to test how responsive/laggy this device was between my phone and the actual car dashboard display. Having seen many of the cheaper dongles in use on youtube and the lag between reality and the readout on the phone I was very surprised to see that there was hardly any lag at all. Yes, there is lag but it is so small that it is barely there at all. I also installed torque pro and tried this next, again, setup was a doddle, just opened settings in the app, selected my previously paired device and within 10 or 20 seconds it was actively connected. The other important feature of this particular dongle is that it powers down when not in use and wakes up when the key is in the ignition. I tested this, I didn't want to leave it draining my battery so I left the car for 30 minutes and came back and I was not able to connect to the dongle. How useful is this device? Well, its a bit early to tell, but I can really see that it will be a useful thing to have around. Already I am seeing 2 error entries in my car and the app allows me to go directly to a website with a single click. It is also easy to clear errors with a single press.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fully functional with MG/ROVER/BMW ECU unlike cheaper copies.
*by S***D on 12 May 2015*

Does everything it says it does, there is a free app on google play which works very well, and has a windows app that syncs with the android app. I am using this with Torque which is even better than the stock app. and has more features, plugins, etc. and is aimed at the UK market (stock app seems more for US market). The unit can be left plugged in as it will switch off automatically when you leave the car, so is more than just a diagnostic tool, it is great for live dashboard information, either by mounting your phone or by going the whole hog and permanently fitting an android tablet as a combined ECU/Engine monitor and media player. Smaller than other units, so does not bump my leg when driving, shows all the ECU info, and shows faults that are expected to happen but have not happened yet, which is very useful. When checking fault codes, Torque links to a website that explains symptoms, possible causes, and how to fault find. Can be used to monitor fuel use, MPG, how carefully you drive, trip recording, there are a number of plugins you can add on to the third party Torque app. as well as theme. I bought a cheaper chinese type OBD prior to this one and it was not much use at all, does not work with my ECU and only read a couple of vehicle (non-ECU) sensors. This really is the one to go for if you intend leaving it connected all the time and want the fastest polling rates for live dashboard.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works perfect on a BMW F850 GS Adventure 2020
*by S***K on 19 July 2023*

I seen a video on YouTube about this and thought yes I’ll buy it has my warranty is up on my bike in August this year so I’ll be doing my own service from now on this OBD works perfect also you have to download the moto scan app on a android or Windows I’ve downloaded it onto my android phone you have to pay £21.87 here in the Uk 🇬🇧 to get the full use of it I downloaded and paid for the professional one you purchase in via app. Also you need to download the OBD APP TO Register it. All straight forward connect via Bluetooth, OBD and phone and you’re away. Plug it into your bike ignition on and it all comes up on your phone screen you pick what model you have scroll through to which part of the bike you need to change I used dash to try it and it worked perfectly hope this helps you make your mind up in buying I highly recommend it DEREK from the UK 🇬🇧

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*Last updated: 2026-02-28*