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Offline Lordie

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OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« on: 23 April 2021, 15:25 »
Hello

I'm looking to buy an OBD11 but wasn't sure which one is best for me as I have no idea what 'long coding' is or if I'll use it etc. The main things I'll use it for is the started tweaks, error code reading, and coding new batteries in.

Are these things that can all be done on the standard 'Next Gen OBD11' ??. I've had a look as the comparison chart on their website but don't really understand it and can't find much info online. So thanks for any help
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Offline sjw

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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #1 on: 23 April 2021, 16:33 »
Just buy the standard one and pay to upgrade in the app if you need it
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #2 on: 23 April 2021, 18:23 »
Pro lets you do more including coding the battery BUT buy the starter pack and then the Pro activation as it is always cheaper. You do not need all the Credits they try to trick you into buying as you get 5 a day free anyway. :grin:
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Offline itavaltalainen

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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #3 on: 23 April 2021, 20:10 »
Buy the next gen pro.

Why would I open the app daily and give them my location or watch silly commercials for credits?
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #4 on: 23 April 2021, 20:14 »
Some contradicting advice there !!
Just buy the standard it’s all you ever use!
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #5 on: 23 April 2021, 21:07 »
Get basic and if you ever need long coding, upgrade to Pro. It's cheaper to do it like that anyway.

The next gen dongle is only needed if you use iPhone. If you have android, save some cash.
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #6 on: 23 April 2021, 21:20 »
Exactly what is needed for coding a new (replacement) battery?

As a total OBD11 novice, i'm wondering whether or not to have a go. I've no wish to randomly dabble in things I don't understand.
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #7 on: 24 April 2021, 00:08 »
I've seen numerous people on here lately saying you need Pro to code the battery. You do NOT.

Pro is better, yes, but for scanning codes, a new battery, you don't need it, so save your 20 quid
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #8 on: 24 April 2021, 12:17 »
Quote from: sjw on 24 April 2021, 00:08
I've seen numerous people on here lately saying you need Pro to code the battery. You do NOT.

Pro is better, yes, but for scanning codes, a new battery, you don't need it, so save your 20 quid

Really? You can't use adaptations without the pro licence and there is no App for the battery. How can you code it with the basic unit?
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Re: OBD11 or OBD11 Pro ?
« Reply #9 on: 24 April 2021, 14:01 »
I'm glad I posted this :grin::grin:. This is exactly the reason, I have no idea what one I need for the battery and there's very little information online
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