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      02-24-2020, 01:05 PM   #1
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High Quality OBD Scanner

Any recommendations for a high-end OBD scanner to reset service intervals & fault codes. I'm after a high-end scanner that operates well with the M2 2018 model.

I'm not after a Carly subscription or any of the cheap useless ones, it needs to be a reliable powerful bit if kit. Combinations with other vehicles are not required, it's just for the M2.
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Any recommendations for a high-end OBD scanner to reset service intervals & fault codes. I'm after a high-end scanner that operates well with the M2 2018 model.

I'm not after a Carly subscription or any of the cheap useless ones, it needs to be a reliable powerful bit if kit. Combinations with other vehicles are not required, it's just for the M2.
I would suggest looking at the list that Bimmercode supports, they all seems of high quality. And since they work with the BC app, they serve dual purpose.
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The MHD F series wifi obd2 adapter is the best one available that bimmercode supports. It is able to fully utilize the bmw flexray system and has insane flashing rates. For example the vgate i car pro bluetooth adapter was recomended by bimmercode and that took ~30 seconds to load some of the modules in bimmercode, the mhd adapter loads those same modules in under 1 second, same goes with flashing.

Also the mhd adapter has an ethernet jack so you can also use it with ISTA and ESYS, therefore you can get two devices for the price of one (ENET cable and wireless obd2 adapter). This pretty much justifies its high price tag.
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The MHD F series wifi obd2 adapter is the best one available that bimmercode supports.

Also the mhd adapter has an ethernet jack so you can also use it with ISTA and ESYS, therefore you can get two devices for the price of one (ENET cable and wireless obd2 adapter). This pretty much justifies its high price tag.
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I had a veepeak, now I have the MHD and it's so great, really fast.
Brilliant input guys, thanks so much; this is the exact quality input I was after. Is it only for tuning/ mapping? Can you go resetting service codes, fault codes etc... Is there a database with the error/ service codes?

Any other recommendations others please feel free to input their features for other users in the future.
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Brilliant input guys, thanks so much; this is the exact quality input I was after. Is it only for tuning/ mapping? Can you go resetting service codes, fault codes etc... Is there a database with the error/ service codes?

Any other recommendations others please feel free to input their features for other users in the future.
It can also function as a regular wifi adapter for things like bimmercode.

Yes you can reset codes via MHD.

The generic obd2 codes are pretty much crap for BMWs, they don't tell too much about the car. That's where ISTA comes in as it is factory BMW software that they use at the dealer to diagnose cars. It can read codes, clear errors, run through diagnostics etc. You can use this in conjunction with the mhd WiFi adapter and Ethernet cable. Just be careful when using it so you don't screw up the car.
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If you happen to want Bootmod3 in the future, it might be worth just investing in an E-Net cable, and a Ethernet to Lightning port adapter so you can connect it directly to your iPhone. To my knowledge Bootmod3 currently only works off a wired connection.

The downside is that it's a wired connection, so a little more "hassle" when it comes to coding / flashing the vehicle, but it allows you to do the flashing / coding significantly faster and will work on almost all the available apps and tuning platforms available. The MHD adapter is just as fast when it comes to the wired setup, however it's a pricey module. The upside to this setup is that it offers the same advantage of the MHD wireless adapter, but at a cheaper price point.

Either way you can't go wrong! Just providing another alternative.
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I have both the enet cable and setups for the E series BMW and F series. But if you just want to clear codes and run scans, nothing beats the convenience of an ELM adapter and Torque Pro from the app store. Used it on all my BMWs without issue. Most important it provides accurate and specific code description. Personally I haven't had an issue with speed or latency.

https://www.amazon.com/Veepeak-Bluet...3781337&sr=8-4
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I use the Veepeak to do some work with Bimmercode but yesterday I was trying to connect it with TrackAddict and it wasn't reliable. Anyone experienced the same? And will the WiFi MHD version be better?
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I use the Veepeak to do some work with Bimmercode but yesterday I was trying to connect it with TrackAddict and it wasn't reliable. Anyone experienced the same? And will the WiFi MHD version be better?
Mhd WiFi is amazing, loading modules takes under 1 second or 3 at Max whereas the I car pro takes up to a min. Flashing takes about 1 second while it takes 15 seconds + for the vgate I car pro. The mhd WiFi adapter is stupid fast.
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Any recommendations for a high-end OBD scanner to reset service intervals & fault codes. I'm after a high-end scanner that operates well with the M2 2018 model.

I'm not after a Carly subscription or any of the cheap useless ones, it needs to be a reliable powerful bit if kit. Combinations with other vehicles are not required, it's just for the M2.
Can you describe your understanding of the difference between High Quality and High Grade?

In this era of digital systems, they work or they don't. There isn't much difference otherwise. Some may be more durable, or have more features, but that's Grade, rather than Quality.

HTH.
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Can you describe your understanding of the difference between High Quality and High Grade?

In this era of digital systems, they work or they don't. There isn't much difference otherwise. Some may be more durable, or have more features, but that's Grade, rather than Quality.

HTH.
+1

But those cheaper elm 357 Bluetooth adapters from eBay have really crappy sautering, and some of them have poor glue application around the seal holding the lid on. This is what I found out about my vgate I car pro, which was $30.

So that would be a quality issue. If you buy for example the obd link lx or mx generic obd2 adapter, then yeah it'll be pretty good.
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      03-10-2020, 04:45 PM   #13
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Fantastic input guys, many thanks, right it seems that MHD is well thought of & larry.beck many thanks for sharing your experiences with Veepak; this is the exact feedback I'm after.

Right I'm looking at the MHD so far unless anyone else comes up with something else quite impressive. I'm not too worried about loading times, so long as it's under 10 mins or so. I'm only using it to service my own car; not in a professional capacity.

Thanks again people, I got some great input here & am most grateful.
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ISTA + used laptop + lead (or wifi dongles if you insist) = everything that BMW can do for you for less than they would charge for a single diagnostic.

As you're only looking to service your own car, the longevity of the physical components when subjected to daily use is less of an issue.

Edited to reflect feedback from F87Source.

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INPA + used laptop + lead (or wifi dongles if you insist) = everything that BMW can do for you for less than they would charge for a single diagnostic.

As you're only looking to service your own car, the longevity of the physical components when subjected to daily use is less of an issue.
Not trying to be a douche but you're incorrect, INPA is for older E series bmws. The new F and G series bmws (M2 included) use ISTA+ (ISTA-D + ISTA-P combined).
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semi-reviving this thread.. was wondering if anyone has any more recent experience with these dongles and recommends a specific model for bimmercode?
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I like the mhd enet wifi adapter, it's fast and reliable
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I like the mhd enet wifi adapter, it's fast and reliable
I suppose that mhd is only to see failures in the engine module.

I use istaD for diagnosis and HU SHM lite to record maintenance on idrive.
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I suppose that mhd is only to see failures in the engine module.

I use istaD for diagnosis and HU SHM lite to record maintenance on idrive.
Oh you mean the diagnostics software, then ista is the best.
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+1 to MHD adapter.

Very quick for communicating the car with bimmercode and the MHD app itself to read codes.
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