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We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling obd usbs on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 12 hours of research and did 36 obd usbs tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best obd usbs you can buy today
- CUSTOM-DESIGNED FOR USE WITH FORSCAN: Works with all FORScan compatible vehicles and is recommended by the FORScan Team
- DEALERSHIP-LEVEL DIAGNOSTICS: OBDLink EX supports all Ford protocols, modules, and advanced features of FORScan
- ELECTRONIC SWITCH allows FORScan to access all CAN buses simultaneously and enables advanced functions not possible with “toggle switch” adapters
- MAXIMUM THROUGHPUT -- up to 20 times faster than “toggle switch” adapters
- ROCK-SOLID CONNECTION avoids data corruption and dropped packets
- PROFESSIONAL GRADE SCAN TOOL: Transform your Windows PC, laptop, or tablet into an accurate automotive diagnostic device (not compatible with Apple iOS devices)
- 【Wide Compatibility OBD Power Adapter】- The OBD power cable for dash camera fits various vehicles like Jeep Cherokee, Chevy, Toyota, Truck, etc. with OBD or OBD2 ports. The OBD power cable also suitable for multiple Type-C usb port devices such as dash cams, GPS navigators and radar detectors. You don't need to take power from car battery or fuse box and cigarette lighters. This OBD dash cam power cable provides you more security and convenience
- 【Two Work Modes OBD2 Dash Cam Power Cable】- OBD power cable for dash camera type c with one-button operation. Mode "O" ACC mode - When the car is ignited, power cord begins to output power; After the car is turned off for 20 minutes, OBD power cable will automatically stop supplying power and turn off the output. Mode "-"; Monitor the working mode, with the obd2 dash cam adapter usb c continuously supplying power for 24 hours, and maintain operation until low battery voltage (11.7V) is detected
- 【Low Voltage Protection OBD2 Power Cable】- OBD2 power adapter for dash cam is equipped with an intelligent program control chip, which automatically detects battery voltage and provides low voltage protection. When the battery voltage drops below 11.7V, the power output is automatically cut off to ensure normal vehicle startup. Don't worry about this obd power adapter for dash cam usb c damaging your car battery
- 【Plug and Play OBD2 Adapter with Switch】- This obd2 dash cam adapter usb c plug and play, doesn't destroy the original car circuit. This obd power for dash cam type-c port can be directly inserted into the OBD2 port of the car. Use a type c socket to charge the device. OBD ii power cable Only obtain power from the OBD interface and dont' interfere with other OBD data communication, ensuring normal vehicle data operation
- 【Easy Installation Type C OBD Power Cable for Dash Camera】- Installing this obd port power adapter is a breeze. All you have to do is simply plug it into your car's OBD connector. After that, check to make sure the obd2 type c power adapter for dash cam can supply power to your dashcam properly. Then, just tuck away the extra wire. unlike other complex hardwire kits, you need to deal with fusebox and battery electricity. But this universal obd power cable for dash camera is really user-friendly
- 【OBD2 Charging Cable Clean and Space Saving】- Dash cam obd power kit brings you two significant benefits in terms of tidiness and space utilization. Firstly, OBD power cable quite easy to conceal the cables. Your car's carpet will present a clean and cable-free look, making the interior of your vehicle much neater. Secondly, this type c obd cable won't take up your car's cigarette lighter port, which is maximizes the usability of the cigarette lighter port for your various charging needs
- 【Precautionary Note for OBD Power Adapter】- 👉1.Try to avoid places where the vehicle is parked where there is a huge vibration (which may falsely trigger the obd 2 type c power cable). 👉2.The USB Type-C connector of this obd ii power cable uses A5-B5 signal pins and may not be compatible with some dash cam brands use A8-B8 signal pins. 👉3.dash cam power adapter obd suitable for all Type-C port electronic devices generally. (May not work with some phone charging protocol)
- Versatile OBD to USB Charging: Transform your vehicle's OBD port into a powerful charging hub with our OBD to USB adapter, offering seamless compatibility with USB-C and USB-A devices for reliable constant on power delivery.
- High-Efficiency OBD2 USB Adapter: Experience efficient charging with the OBD2 USB adapter, ensuring optimal power for phones, tablets, and other USB-powered devices.
- USB-C Port Specs: Supplies up to 36W when connected to 12V and up to 45W when connected to a 24V OBD2 port. Supports USB-C PD, QC3.0/2.0, FCP, SCP, AFC, DCP, and Apple 2.4A power protocols
- USB-A Port Specs: Supplies up to 18W when connected to 12V or 24V OBD2 port. Supports QC3.0/2.0, FCP, SCP, AFC, DCP, and Apple 2.4A power delivery protocols
- Features: Two Side USB ports for improved cable routing that doesn't interfere with the driver's feet or legs and strategic port location to avoid vehicle trim interference near the ports.
- OBD Dash Cam Power: Keep your dash cam running smoothly with the OBD dash cam power. This adapter ensures a consistent, always on power supply, keeping your dash cam ready to capture every moment on the road.
- Car OBD USB Charger Adapter: It is equipped with dual USB ports for quick charging of mobile phones, with a total power of 30W. The USB red port has a 5V/3.5A fast charging interface, and the USB white port has a 5V/2.3A fast charging interface; Voltage screen LED digital display
- LED Digital Display Screen: The OBD charger adapter is equipped with an LED digital display screen, which displays the real-time voltage of the battery, monitors whether the battery is operating normally, and protects the equipment. If the battery voltage is lower than 11.8V, the intelligent power outage will occur
- Car OBD charging adapter has auto battery voltage detection function and OBD pressure drop line function, enables the dashcam to achieve 24‑hour parking monitoring
- Universal Application: Car OBD charging adapter, which belongs to the standard OBD interface power supply and supports 12V and 24V vehicle power supplies. Suitable for vehicles with OBD interfaces. Equipped with fast charging protocols such as mobile phones/tablets, suitable for various devices such as mobile phones, tablets, electronic dogs, dash cams, GPS navigation, etc
- Material: The OBD USB Charger Adapter is made of high-quality ABS material, which is sturdy, durable, high-temperature resistant, and highly reliable, ensuring safe use and long service life
- Why do you need this ELM327 OBD2 to USB Cable Adapter Code Reader Scanner? ❶ For Ford, Mazda, Lincoln and Mercury and some Mazda vehicles, you can do customized configuration and programming to your vehicles.That is, you can use this ELM327 OBD2 Adapter Code Reader Scanner to turn on hidden functions and modules by manufaturer and turn off some functions and modules you don’t like.
- Why do you need this ELM 327 USB Cable Interface OBD to USB Connector Scan Automotive Diagnostic Tool? ❷ When your car's Check Engine light comes on, if you continue driving, there will be a safety accident and further damage to your vehicle. At this time, you can use this ELM327 OBD2 Adapter Code Reader Scanner tool to check what the fault is and decide whether to stop driving, which is very simple and convenient. Before going for repairs, you also have a better idea of where and what the fault is.
- Why do you need this ELM327 OBD2 to USB Cable ELM327 OBD2 Adapter Code Reader Scanner for Laptop PC? ❸ You can use this ELM327 OBD2 to USB Cable Adapter for daily car maintenance and checking; ❹ Before doing smok check and safety inspection, you can use this ELM327 OBD2 Adapter Code Reader Scanner to check first to see if it can pass and resolve the failure reasons why it cannot pass;➎ You can use this ELM 327 USB Cable Interface OBD to USB adapter to monitor more parameters and master more about the car's performance than the dashboard;➏ Scan and reset diagnostic trouble codes; read, display and analyse sensors' data;do test diagnostic and service procedures.
- Wide adaptability and compatibility: This OBD 2 OBD II Connector OBDII Scan Automotive Diagnostic Tool comaptible with all car brands of 12V cars, SUVs, pickups and light trucks, such as GM, Chevy, Toyota, BWM, etc, all car brands. Especially for Ford, Mazda, Lincoln and Mercury and some Mazda vehicles, such as Ford F series, Ford F150, F250, etc., you can customize your car's functions to your liking. Widely support various OBD software. No need to worry about vehicle compatibility issues, no need to worry about not having suitable OBD softwares.
- Easy and Simple Use, a good helper for daily DIY car maintenance: Even without professional car maintenance knowledge and skills, it is easy and simple for you to use this ELM327 OBD2 to USB Cable ELM 327 OBD2 Adapter Code Reader Scanner Connector Interface for Laptop PC. Also the manual is very detailed , , which makes it more easier to use than others. Just follow the steps, you can resolve car's problems.
- ★Dash cam obd power cable is suitable for all type-c port electronic devices.
- ★Universal OBD and OBD2 Power Adapter: The obd2 obd power cable for dash camera plugs into your car stock OBD or OBD2 port directly. You don't need to take power from car battery or fuse box and cigarette lighters. This obd power cable provides you more security and convenience.
- ★High Compatibility OBD Power Adapter for Dash Cam: OBD power cable for dash camera, Jeep Cherokee, Chevy, Toyota, Truck, etc. as long as you have OBD port. Specially designed for dash cam GPS navigator, DVR, radar detector and more Type-c usb port devices. It is type c obd power, please note it!
- ★OBD Power Cable for Dash Cam Type C Have Two Work Modes: One button operation for two work modes. 1, ACC mode, the obd power cable type c will power off after 5 minutes when your car ACC is off. 2, Surveillance working mode, keep working until it detects low battery voltage (11.6V), really realize 24 hours parking monitoring.
- ★Low Voltage Protecting OBD Power Adapter USB C: OBD2 dash cam power cable, which has a built-in intelligent program control chip with automatic battery voltage detection and low voltage protection, automatically cutting off the power output when the battery voltage is below 11.6V to ensure the vehicle can start normally.
- ★Only for Charging OBD Power Connector: Obtaining power from OBD interface only, no interference in other OBD data communication. Don't hesitate to buy it, we provide 100% satisfactory after-sales service. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, we will replace or issue a quick refund for you for free!
- OBD II scanner adapter is a PC based scanning tool that connects laptops and other devices with USB ports using a USB output protocol. The OBD2 adapter USB scanner with MS-CAN/HS-CAN switch diagnostic cable displays fault codes, PID, running tests, and service programs that have never been displayed before
- OBD 2 car diagnosis scanner has the reliable advantages of USB cable connection and V1.5 hardware, which can read more stable data and prevent data damage and loss
- OBDII USB scanner supports all OBD 2 protocols (1850 VPW, 1850 PWM, ISO9141-2, ISO14230-4 KWP, ISO15765-4 CAN), with professional performance and high reliability. The working principle of the scanner is similar to that of ordinary OBD-II/EOBD/CAN readers on all supported vehicles
- OBDII scanner uses a 25K80 chip, which reads faster than most code readers and quickly reads engine diagnostic trouble codes and clears them. OBD2 car code reader helps you troubleshoot issues, reset monitors, change vehicle configuration data, run tests, engine loads, etc
- Supported operating systems Windows 7, Windows 10; Supported software include FoCCCus, FF2, Elmconfig, etc. It is necessary to use an application to connect according to the system prompts in order to detect and diagnose the car system
- How does it work?Built in High sensitivity vibration sensor for control the obd power cable work,As soon as the vehicle vibrates, the obd adapter will immediately provide power to the dash cam，such as:Vehicle start,moved,Large vehicles pass by from the side,the vehicle is hit,the door are opened or closed etc [Note] Whether the OBD constant power cable works is not related to whether the vehicle starts, but only depends on whether the vehicle vibrates detected
- Note: it is NOT compatible with some vehicles,If you have 2020 Ram rebel,Ford F150 2021, Ford F150 Lariat 2011, Ford F350, Ford Edge 2011, Ford Explorer 2013, Ford Expedition 2013, Ford Ranger 2021 trucks/cars,this will not work for you,and Please let us know if there are any other incompatible vehicles. Thank you
- Adjustable battery discharge cut-off and provide three low voltage point options,the OBD II power adapter Automatically detect voltage and provide protection. When the voltage you set is reached, the OBD constant power cable will automatically cut off the power supply to prevent excessive discharge of the car battery and ensure that the vehicle can start normally
- 24/7power supply mode,The OBD constant power cable time setting in P mode,it will continue to supply power to the dashcam,just with the basic dashcam you can also Implement 24-hour parking monitoring function [Note] The voltage drops below the set voltage,the power cable will cut off the power supply to the dashcam
- ⅠorⅡ mode,After the vehicle has been stationary for 3 or 10 minutes,the OBD constant power cable will be cut off the power supply to dashcam, But if the power cable detects vibration again,sush as the Vehicle start,moved,hit,the door are opened or closed, the OBD II power adapter will immediately start automatically to power the dashcam and record what is happening. The OBD constant power cable will turn off the power supply again 3 or 10 minutes after detecting the last vibration. The time of turn off power supply again depends on your time settings. [Note] This function will only be activated when the voltage of the car battery is higher than voltage of the low voltage protection you set
- OBD power cable has a 5V voltage output,maximum output current of 3A, stable current, widely compatible with most dash cams,Only obtain power from the OBD interface, without interfering with other OBD data communication [Note] Only supports devices that require 5V, current below 3A,Dont supported12V or Current demand greater than 3A devices
- Equipped with dual USB-A ports, it can simultaneously power two USB devices. Provide greater flexibility and practicality for your vehicle
- OBD constant power cable is easy to install and hide,equipped with standard OBD interface,plug and play,releases cigarette lighter to connect more devices
- 🚙OBD2 Car Power Adapter: It is equipped with USB and Type‑c dual fasting charging port, with a total power of 30W Max. The USB port output power is 18W, the type c port output power is 30W. Dual port outputs up to 48W Max.
- 🚗 Applicability: This OBD car charger is a standard OBD interface power supply, supporting 12V and 24V car power. It is suitable for all vehicles with 16 pin OBD2 port, such as cars, trucks, off-road vehicles. And this charger can charge your devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, DVR, radar detector, dash camera GPS, navigators, electronic dogs, etc.
- 🚕Dual Ports: Our obd car power adapter has two charging ports: usb and type-c. Stable charging, can power two devices at the same time, dual port output, fast charging. Designed for 16-pin OBD and OBD2 ports, dedicated for charging.
- 🚜Variable Voltage & Current: Provides 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2.5A, 15V/2A, 20V/1.5A output options, provides versatile charging for a variety of devices. And it has a glossy surface material and a compact size that doesn't take up a lot of your space
- 🚌Superior Standby: The OBD car charger is equipped with constant power mode, 24 hours super standby, and can still be charged after the engine is turned off. Special Note: If you unplug the OBD charger several times, the car automatically protects the OBD interface from power failure for 1 hour and the interface will return to normal, please do not unplug the OBD charger repeatedly.
How to choose a good obd usbs
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Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top obd usbs on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
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Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our obd usbs. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
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