Carista OBD2
December 03, 2024
More About Carista OBD2
THE ALL-IN-ONE CAR TOOL
-Customize your car's behavior: unlock hidden features, including SFD-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
Carista App supports certain Audi, BMW, Infiniti, Lexus, Land Rover, Lincoln, MINI, Nissan, Scion, SEAT, Škoda, Toyota, Volkswagen and Ford models. Check if your car is supported here: https://carista.com/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.
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-protected 2020+ VAG cars). While Carista App can also be used with other compatible OBD2 adapters such as OBDLink MX+, 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/en/adapters
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 $29.99 USD/3 months or $14.99 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
Perform simple service procedures without the mechanic’s help and spare yourself the long waiting time and extra costs at the workshop.
-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
Monitor live data and gain valuable insights, whether you're checking your own car's health or researching a used car purchase.
-Launch control count
-Mileage information
-Airbag crashes count
-Service interval info
-Engine Turbo
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/app-legal
Latest Version
8.8.1
December 03, 2024
Prizmos Ltd.
Internet
Android
1,660,495
Free
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User Reviews
A Google user
5 years ago
The only app that lets you customize your vehicle and turn off those annoying warning dings! (You left your lights on, your car is running and you stepped out of it with the key in your pocket, you didn't fasten your seatbelt fast enough, *ding* *ding* *ding*) Only thing i wish they'd add is being able to turn off the door ajar dinging. I usually have to work with my car doors open with the ding ding ding ding ding ding ding going ugh!
RobS
7 months ago
I am amazed and the options Carista allows you to change on newer cars! Dealers can charge over $100 to turn off your Seatbelt Ding. Carista allows you to do that, change the volume of the Turn Signal click, roll down all windows with a two button push on the remote, and so much more. Love this app!
Jeff Baugher
3 years ago
I can see how this app would be useful but I signed up for the annual subscription with a free 7 day trial through the app to see what it could do for an Audi TT and a Ford F350. However after trying it for a couple of days I decided to go ahead and cancel. I found out that there was no mention anywhere of the 7 day free trial. It was stated that there would be no refunds. Found out that Google does have a 48 hour refund window so went that route. Not sure whether I would have automatically gotten my refund through Carista but certainly didn't like being told that I would not. If I would have then cancellation process should state that.
Louis J. DeMatteo
11 months ago
it appears you're not using your own apps. I have complained about this several times The app has sent updated about six times since then and you have not addressed the issue I've asked. why are the fonts of the important information I need to see while I'm driving are so tiny I need to stop and pull the phone closer to my face just to read important information. there is all kinds of room on the screen but you insist on keeping the fonts ultra tiny.
Jeremy Duckworth (Germy)
4 years ago
While I was not able to activate my 30-day free trial I have paid for services from carista. I was able to change settings such key fob actions,turn off daytime running lights,change the brightness of my turn signals and automatic transmission shift point prefference! For personal use with one or two vehicles it's well worth it. I have several Vehicles all different makes and models. Only complaint is the software for each vehicle year make model is sold separately. Still an amazing platform!
G
2 years ago
I bought this app as a Pro version 1 time fee back in 2015 for $20 and their Carista OBD adapter for $30. Check the vehicle compatibility list before making any judgment. This app allows for customizations that normally would cost a $1k program to do. Their customer support has not been as helpful or responsible at all since the monthly/in app fees started. I used to be so satisfied with this Android app. My MK6 VW seems too old for the developer to keep up to date with new features/mods.
A Google user
6 years ago
I don't like the yearly subscription business model is you just keep paying these people forever. I paid for a one-week subscription to deal with a single problem inadvertently changed some presets and now I can't get it back. It would be nice to have a factory reset to default values that is not buried behind a paywall. I'm stuck paying again just to put my car back to normal.
A Google user
5 years ago
Useless piece of sw. It is slow, it says it works better with their own paid scanner (the hardware), but it is useful for nothing unless you pay (again) every month (not just a couple of bucks), and even then, if you pay, it gives you just the codes for you to spend happy time searching around in the web to figure out what is it about.
Thomas N.
4 years ago
Easy to use interface. Connects rapidly and effortlessly with "ODB Diagnostic interface". Difficult with "EXCEL ODBII SCANNER" model. Used before and just now reinstalled finding out I'll have to pay to customize my car. Pine other note, when entering customize more the app took time to read all customizable features. When accidentally pressed back twice then try to enter the customize mode it goes through the 3 minutes read again. It just annoyance.
Mike Beattie
7 months ago
The app works. It lists a ton of modifications when you look up models before hand, but that can be limited by your application. This did allow me to make modifications I needed. You will have to cancel subscription in Google as they do not allow a 1 month purchase option. Overall it did what I needed for cheaper than the dealer cost.
A Google user
5 years ago
The app has no sensor monitors, graphing, data logging, gauges, etc. which is a huge downside IMO. The app is more enthusiast toy than diagnostic tool IMO. Their BT adapter works well with the app and is reasonable cost, and includes one month of the pay app for free. And the adapter works with other Android apps, IOS apps, Windows apps. RESPONSE TO PRIZMOS: Sensor monitors go hand in hand with being able to read the ABS, VSC, etc. modules, which your app does (and many others don't). But "diagnostics" which you claim to be very good at, are incomplete without sensor data. Case in point: your app did find DTCs thrown (ECM, TCM, ABS, VSC modules in this case) but it turned out those codes were due to an intermittent high voltage condition, ONLY FOUND WITH ANOTHER APP SINCE CARISTA DOESN'T DO MONITORS. The DTCs indicated Speed Control system, ECU, Traction Computer, but the real problem was a bad voltage regulator in the alternator. Incorrect diagnosis would have cost $thousands in wasted parts and time. Hence my rating. I do think you have a strong product in the making though. If you add diagnostic sensor reads its a five star system all the way IMO.
J MT
1 year ago
Nice app, poor promo info. On the Carista website, it states you get a one month free trial. This is true, but only if you purchase an annual subscription (which you can cancel within 30 days). Since you can also request a refund with Google Play in the same time frame, it's not a true promo. That being said, love the functionality when used on my Audi B9 A4. Wish the app was a bit faster, but that could be the fault of the connection between the adapter and phone instead of the app.
A Google user
5 years ago
This is an edit of my prior glowing review. I originally loved this program, so much so I paid for the pro version, but in the last two years, haven't needed it. Fast forward to early 2019 and I discover that the app won't launch. I try to reinstall, and it simply won't. Same car same email same phone.
Thomas Ling
2 years ago
It was confusing at first to use. Nothing work except to read. Once I was in contact with support, it work after the full subscription was pay. I was able to reset a few thing on the wife car. Also found things the car did not have some option. In all, I have to say, it did save us money than going to the dealer. I recommend Carista has to post on their site to on full pay subscription will grant all option. Thanks again for the support.
Jakob Thompson
3 years ago
I get it, I really do, to keep an app running, they need money. However, it used to be free just to SEE the trouble codes. I didn't mind it when they required me to pay to reset the codes or do other extra stuff, but now I have to pay to do a basic function (which, might I add, takes forever to load all the codes)? No, no more. This reminds me way too much of Gameloft. I'm ditching this tool and buying a dedicated scanner that doesn't need a cash-cow app. It was good while it lasted. EDIT: Nice try, Carista, but that isn't true. It hasn't always been a paid-for feature to SEE codes. I used this app for two years, and I could see codes just fine without a subscription until now. If you're going to try to deceive people, at least make it believable. I'm never returning to this sketchy brand. Buyer beware!
Andrew Bauerschmidt
2 years ago
It's genuinely crazy- you buy an adapter...and then they force you to buy the software subscription just to use it! After the 30 day "free trial" expires im stuck with a useless tool. And it's a lie that it gives you "basic" codes even without the subscription, it rarely might but usually it's all blocked out. Total waste of money, just get a relatively inexpensive real hardware scanner...
A Google user
5 years ago
The app works fine for scanning the modules of my 2017 VW Passat. I did the trial upgrade to the 'Pro' version so that I could make some changes, then cancelled my subscription. This app is definitely NOT worth $40 per year for the minimal amount of programming options given. A plus+ is that it worked with my cheap ELM327 bluetooth adapter. Since this is lacking extended coding options, the subscription service is overpriced and really a non-competitor to OBDeleven and other 'more powerful' tools. I see no reason to pay indefinitely for it's limited ability. If anything, the subscription service should be considered a R&D fee. It has potential, but I just don't see the value at this point.
A Google user
6 years ago
I've had this app installed on my phone for years. When I first installed it I remember making changes to my Toyota for free. The next time I tried the app it required a purchase. No problem. I buy almost every app I use. Figured I would buy next I used. Price doubled. Starting saving my Play balance. Price doubled. It was up to $20 last time I checked. Expensive, but still on my list. Opened today to buy...$40 a year. Yikes. My fault for waiting, but wow. Insane. $10 one time also insane. Uninstalled.
Æon
1 year ago
The app itself is good. A well made product. It's a little misleading as far as the functionality as it does not exactly tell you if it's "really" available to you or not. Until you find out that it's not compatible with your car. At least there's a trial but I would be ticked off if you had to buy their OBD2 and go through the hassle of finding out that not all functionality they list aren't 100% accurate. It's more of a shortcut to already available features is all...so I canceled my trial.
Dan W
3 weeks ago
I need to be able to clear engine codes efficiently and without distraction frequently. Having to press the big green button wait a minute then diagnosis then go to the codes screen then scroll all the way down to clear the codes is a distraction for me. I wish you would have a feature in which it would be a one tap code clear from app launch.
