FIXD OBD2 Scanner
| Category | Price | Seller | Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utilities | Free | FIXD Automotive Inc | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
New feature: Call a Mechanic! Need additional help diagnosing an issue? Call our hotline for help from a certified mechanic! Get an unbiased 2nd opinion before over-paying at the repair shop. (In-App-Purchase Charged to your iTunes account after free trial expires, auto-renewing (same price) 24h prior to expiry, managed in iTunes account settings, renewals must be canceled 24h before end of period. Unused free-trial period forfeit upon purchase.)
https://www.fixdapp.com/terms-of-service
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Reviews
Not particularly useful
tx driver 6372
I bought the box and downloaded the app only to find that it knew very little about either of my Ford models, one a year old, the other a decade old. It always reminds me that updates are frequent, so check back. After some months, it does know a bit more but now shrouds the really useful information behind their paywall. They also use scare tactics to sell: upgrade to pro version to see how serious this might be. It’s an expensive service for someone who just wants to maintain an already reliable car. And they should give away the box at the price of the subscription. I do not recommend this product.
Who expected Freemium app with the hardware
flunky2k
App is ok but way too much is paywalled behind the pricey monthly subscription. And the app is obnoxiously geared to steer you to click and get you to buy it. I’m sure the get referral fees from the services they point you at. They did more clearly label the premium features, which just clarifies how minimal the app is without them. If you could hide them you would be mostly left with a basic scan and mediocre maintenance reminder. The device does work with other scanner apps. One can only hope they don’t try to lock those out in a future upgrade. Try car scanner pro for better scanning, stats, and graphs for free or minimal one time cost. Given the FIXD scanner costs more than other reputable models, one would expect their own app to include much more without a subscription. Subscription models are all the rage and maybe VC investors mouths watered with what might seem like a reasonable fee. But I might suggest the fee is excessive and the purchase of the device should come with a least a year of free premium service. Or a least a substantial portion of it. This would at least provide enough functionality to satisfy and justify future costs.
Recurring bug
KrashWorship
Iv had it happen about 4 tines now. I have added 2 vehicles to my registered fixd sensor. But every couple weeks i will try to scan and it will not be able to connect to my sensor. I have tried to register my sensor again but it will only let me once i have gone in and deleted it from the app. Then im able to re add my vehicle but im kinda starting from scratch each time that happens . Other then that its great
Don't waste time or money on this thing.
DustyBuffalo
Hopefully you've read this review prior to buying the device, which is a buggy Bluetooth reader that is no more comprehensive than ones you can borrow for free at auto parts stores anywhere. Using this app to discover suggested fixes is like entering common cold symptoms into WebMd to find you may have cancer in your ear. FIXD and it's developers assume you're willing to spend more money on it after the initial purchase, spamming the app with ads for it's premium services as well as links to purchase parts from it's Amazon store that aren't even compatible with the vehicle you plug the reader into. I can't say anything about the real time measurements because they aren't even compatible with my vehicles. FIXD doesn't sell diagnostic tools. They sell subscription services and ad space.
Totally useless
animal_eh!
Has provided no information, despite failures in our Honda Odyssey. No TPMS info. App is updated constantly with no tangible value.
