# Carista EVO COBD-EVO Bluetooth OBD2 Scanner

COBD-EVO Scanner: Carista EVO is a Bluetooth OBD2 adapter for vehicle diagnostics, live data and customisation through the Carista app. Basic OBD2 functions are described as available without a subscription, while advanced diagnostics, service tools and customisations require a paid plan. Vehicle compatibility varies, so check your car before buying.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: CARISTA
- Model: COBD-EVO
- Category: Cars & Motorcycles > Vehicle Diagnostic Equipment
- Price: 30.99 GBP
- Previous price: 49.99 GBP
- Discount: 38%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T14:39:59.010Z
- Rating: 4.3 / 5
- Reviews: 2324

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## At a glance

- Basic OBD2 functions are available upon purchase, according to the listing.
- The Carista app advertises diagnostics, freeze-frame data, customisation, service tools and live data.
- Advanced features require a paid Carista app subscription.
- Works with Android and iOS devices over Bluetooth, according to the listing.
- The manufacturer describes the adapter as officially licensed by the Volkswagen Group and able to unlock SFD-locked vehicle settings.

## Pros

- App-based access to fault codes and live data can support DIY checks and used-car inspections.
- The listing describes customisation and service tools for supported vehicles in addition to basic OBD2 functions.
- Android and iOS support gives buyers a choice of phone platform.

## Cons

- Many advertised advanced functions require a paid subscription, adding an ongoing cost for buyers who need them.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: CARISTA
- Model: COBD-EVO
### Power
- Power configuration: Corded Electric
### Connection and supported systems
- Connection: Bluetooth
- Operating systems: Android,iOS
### Functions and compatibility
- Functions: Diagnostics, customizations, service tools & live data
- Vehicle compatibility: Works with certain Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Cupra, Dacia, Ford, Genesis, 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.

## Before you buy

- The listing says basic OBD2 features are available without payment, while describing advanced diagnostics, service tools, live data and customisations as subscription features. A separate FAQ lists free live data and emissions checks, so which functions are free is inconsistent. Compatibility and available functions depend on the vehicle. The listing also gives generic OBD2 compatibility for any 1996+ US vehicle, which may not apply to UK cars.

## In the box

- OBD2 adapter (Included)

## A good fit for

- Drivers who want to read OBD2 codes using an Android or iOS phone.
- Owners of supported vehicles interested in app-based customisation or service functions and willing to pay for advanced access.
- Buyers considering a phone-connected scanner for preliminary checks on a compatible used car.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who need advanced diagnostics or service functions without a subscription.
- Anyone who needs assured support for a particular vehicle without first checking compatibility.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes useful features and accurate fault-code reading, with reports of easy connection alongside some vehicle-specific connection problems. Views on overall functionality and value are mixed, and the subscription requirement is a recurring concern. For buyers needing advanced diagnostics or customisation, the subscription cost and vehicle compatibility are important parts of the decision, not just the adapter's purchase price.
- Positive themes: Customers report that the scanner can identify existing faults and read codes accurately.
- Positive themes: Some customers describe quick, easy connections.
- Negative themes: Customers report that the subscription requirement limits what they can do without paying.
- Negative themes: Some customers report connection issues with certain vehicles.
- Mixed feedback: Customers give mixed accounts of overall functionality, with some saying it works well and others saying it does not work for them.
- Mixed feedback: Opinions on value for money vary.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do advanced Carista EVO features require a subscription?
Yes. The listing says advanced diagnostics, service tools and customisations require a paid Carista app plan. It describes basic OBD2 features as available upon purchase, but its statements about whether live data is free conflict, so check the current app feature list.
### Which phones does Carista EVO support?
The listing names Android and iOS and describes a Bluetooth connection.
### Will it work with my car?
The listing names certain makes and models, but does not establish compatibility for every vehicle in those ranges. Check compatibility for your specific vehicle in the app before buying.
### Does the adapter need batteries?
The listing says it draws power from the OBD2 port and does not need batteries. It also advises unplugging it when not in use to avoid parasitic drain.

## Offer details

- Amazon Prime savings offer.

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## Images

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