Supported Adapters
OBDify works with a range of Bluetooth OBD-II adapters. Below are the models we’ve tested and recommend for use with the app.
iPhone users: iOS supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) adapters and MFi-certified Bluetooth Classic adapters (e.g. OBDLink MX+, vLinker MS). Standard Bluetooth Classic adapters will not work on iPhone or iPad.
Veepeak OBDCheck BLE
Affordable dual-mode adapter: Bluetooth Low Energy for iOS and Bluetooth Classic for Android. Supports all standard OBD-II protocols. A solid, budget-friendly choice for everyday diagnostics.
OBDLink MX+
Premium Bluetooth adapter with an integrated Apple MFi chip — pairs instantly with iPhone and iPad. Up to 100 data samples per second, 128-bit encrypted link, and support for advanced Ford (MS-CAN) and GM (SW-CAN) networks. The top pick for serious diagnostics.
vLinker MS
MFi-certified Bluetooth Classic adapter from Vgate, fully supported on iPhone and iPad. Supports extended GM/Ford networks (MS-CAN, SW-CAN, CH-CAN, LS-CAN) in addition to all legislated OBD-II protocols. A budget-friendly alternative to OBDLink MX+ for iOS users.
Vgate iCar2
Compact Bluetooth OBD-II adapter with good build quality at a low price. Reads and clears trouble codes, streams live engine data, and works with all legislated OBD-II protocols.
Carista
Compact Bluetooth Low Energy adapter. Known for reliable connectivity and low power consumption — safe to leave plugged in without draining the battery.
OBDLink MX
The classic Bluetooth member of the OBDLink family. Up to 300% faster than typical ELM327 clones, BatterySaver™ technology, support for MS-CAN and SW-CAN, and a hardware pairing button for secure connections.
Note
This is not an exhaustive list — many other ELM327-based and OBDLink adapters may also work. These are the models we’ve tested and can recommend with confidence.