Carista OBD2 Car Scanner

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About this app

Carista App is a mobile DIY car mechanic in the palm of your hands - code features, diagnose warning lights, monitor live data, and service your car.
Save time and money from visits to the workshop with Carista. Customize your car's behavior, unlock hidden features, diagnose dashboard warning lights, monitor real-time parameters, and perform simple DIY procedures quickly and easily. Advanced app settings available for certain Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Cupra, Dacia, Ford, Gemini, GMC, Holden, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, MAN, Mazda, Mini, Nissan, Opel/Vauxhall, Pontiac, Renault, Saab, Scion, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo models.
THE ALL-IN-ONE CAR TOOL
-Customize your car's behavior: unlock hidden features, including SFD & SFD2-protected ones, and tailor your car to your preferences.
-Diagnose and Reset dashboard warning lights: quickly identify and resolve issues before they escalate into costly repairs.
-Monitor real-time parameters: stay informed about your car's health and performance with live data readings.
-Perform simple DIY procedures: save on routine maintenance and avoid lengthy workshop visits.
SUPPORTED VEHICLES
Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dacia, Ford, GMC, Holden, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, MINI, Nissan, Opel/Vauxhall, Renault, Scion, SEAT, Škoda, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo. Check if your car is supported here: https://carista.com/apps/supported-cars
WHY THE CARISTA APP?
- A wide range of car brands supported.
- User-friendly and simple: plug the scanner, switch Bluetooth on, press "Connect", see what your car is capable of.
- Brilliant customer service.
- Frequent updates: new features and brands.
-Savings progress tracker: monitor your savings and unlock exclusive offers.
HARDWARE
Experience the full potential of the Carista App by pairing it with the Carista EVO Scanner (and Carista OBD Scanner-white one-, not compatible with Ford brands and SFD & SFD2-protected 2020+ VAG cars). While Carista App can also be used with other compatible OBD2 adapters such as OBDLink CX, OBDLink MX Bluetooth or LX adapters, Kiwi3 adapter, or a genuine Bluetooth ELM327 v1.4 (ensuring it's not fake or defective). Discover more at: https://carista.com/products/carista-evo-obd-scanner
PRICING
All paid features are available with an in-app purchase of our Pro functionality: an auto-renewable subscription at $59.99 USD/year or $19.99 USD/month.
Price may vary based on currency and region.
KEY FEATURES (Exact feature availability depends on your vehicle).
*CUSTOMIZATIONS
Personalization of comfort & convenience features of the car. More than 300 hidden features per brand.
-Gauge needle sweep at startup
-Start screen logo
-Virtual instrument cluster theme
-Lights: DRL, coming/leaving-home
-Throttle response behavior
and more powerful features to enhance your experience!
*ADVANCED DIAGNOSTICS
Perform dealer-level electronic diagnostics (fault code checking and resetting) of all modules in the vehicle, including ABS, airbag, and other manufacturer-specific systems.
*SERVICE
-Electronic parking brake (EPB) retraction tool
-Service reset
-Tire pressure sensors (TPMS)
-Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration
-Battery registration
And other helpful tools.
*LIVE DATA
-Launch control count
-Mileage information
-Airbag crashes count
-Service interval info
-Engine Turbo
-Apple CarPlay support: view basic OBD2 live data on your car's screen while driving
And others to keep your car running smoothly and efficiently.
*For 2005/2008+ vehicles
For all cars with OBD port:
Basic OBD Diagnostics
Basic OBD2 Live Data
Emissions Test Service tools
Information and help: https://carista.com
Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: https://carista.com/policies/privacy-policy
Diagnose fault codes, customize features, monitor live data and service your car
Updated on
Aug 21, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
  • This app may share these data types with third parties
    Location, Personal info and 5 others
  • This app may collect these data types
    Personal info, Financial info and 2 others
  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

19.6K reviews
Wan Leung
August 30, 2026
Purchased the Carista EVO OBD2 device then subscribed for full year on the app. Connected car, went to customization, and consistently reports connection error. Tried various scenarios of off and on states no luck. Browsed the other tools and all it does is act as a basic OBD2 reader. If you want to try this, maybe subscribe for the month, so if it doesn't work, you won't have to fuss with trying to get a refund. Asked Gemini about this and it said it was guaranteed to work for my need, wrong.
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LKTX
July 1, 2026
Don't be a sucker. You buy the scanner. Bought mine on Amazon. Then you have to buy a subscription. I bought the 30 day trial. $20. The web site lists loads of custom settings for my vehicle. Loaded it and found that half are not there and not supported. Still waiting on an answer from tech support. This is clearly misleading. Subscription is non refundable. Quite the hustle. Waste of money. Returned scanner to Amazon. Shame on Carista and Google for allowing this on the Play Store.
12 people found this review helpful
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Prizmos Ltd.
July 1, 2026
Thanks for the review! We're sorry for the frustration. Customizations depend strictly on your car's specific hardware. We never intend to mislead, and all of the available features are listed on our website. Our support team will reply to your ticket ASAP to investigate your exact vehicle. We appreciate your patience.
Tracy
June 19, 2026
so, all of a sudden, without any prior warning, when I'm trying to use the device, I'm now receiving a message that the app (that was compatible with my device before) is no longer compatible with my device...and no upgrade is available...so, the device that I bought is now a totally useless piece of plastic. I will NEVER buy another product from Carista EVER again!
5 people found this review helpful
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Prizmos Ltd.
June 19, 2026
Thank you for the feedback! Our app works on all android and apple phones, if you're having any issues please contact our support at support@carista.com

What’s new

Check out our latest release (v10.0) with new improvements.
-Honda & Acura: we check your entire car!
-Full diagnostics, not just OBD2. We scan your engine, ABS, airbag, body electrical, and HVAC systems.
-New settings for BMW, Ford, and Nissan — plus live data for BMW!
-Fine-tune lighting, locking, and comfort settings, track new DPF and engine data on BMW.