Amazon.com: Customer reviews: SEEKONE OBD2 Scanner Professional Car OBD II Scanner Auto Diagnostic Fault Code Reader Automotive Check Engine Light Diagnostic EOBD Scan Tool for All OBDII Protocol Cars Since 1996(Enhanced SK860)

Very nice OBD2 scanner that's actually worth its price.

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2018

For those having trouble upgrading, I found it simple although it didn't actually describe what to do very well at all. I simply used logic and it worked. Try the following steps and see if it works for you.

1 - Close Uplink.
2 - Unplug the scanner.
3 - Hold the Down arrow (or any key other than power, if there actually is a power key).
4 - While holding a key down, plug in the scanner.
5 - Scanner screen immediately comes up stating it's in Upgrade Mode.
6 - Open Uplink.
7 - Wait for Internet connection established.
8 - Check Upgrade
9 - If it finds new version (mine came with 2.0 and needed update) it will automatically start the process.
10 - Let it finish. There are several steps but it all went smooth without a hitch.

I added a couple screen shots as reference. Didn't think to catch previous steps screens but this should be good enough as example.

Regarding the device itself:

This is an outstanding OBD2 unit for the money, period. Good speed, excellent automation, features and scan support. Examined many devices before selecting this one. Glad I chose it.

Already using it to data log so I can analyze recent upgrades I made after rebuilding my cooling system in a 2000 Wrangler 4.0 Sport 6L.

Additionally, I used the live data stream watching the engine coolant temperature. Once it reached precisely what I wanted I set my electric fan controller to kick on. Worked perfectly. It's now keeping the Wrangler around 210 on the dash gauge, 204f (exactly) at the block. It keeps it there rock solid in a 96 degree southern roaster with 102 heat index. The fan itself is a black magic extreme w/shroud. Damn great fan!

Anyway, my old ride doesn't offer a ton of diagnostics but what it does have is what I was after. No doubt more modern vehicles will have a huge amount of data to analyze for those needing or wanting it.

Worth the price. If you need an OBD2 scanner with a lot on offer at what I consider an excellent price this unit will likely deliver for you.

Ride on!

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Michael Smith

What I needed and so much more

Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2018

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The product I purchased is :: B078SQZ45J SEEKONE OBD2 Scanner Professional Car OBD II Scanner Auto Diagnostic Fault Code Reader Automotive Check Engine Light Diagnostic EOBD Scan Tool(Enhance [Automotive]

I drive a 2001 Chevrolet Malibu,
I hope this helps I am not affiliated with the group selling the sensor, but wanted to ensure future buyers the ability's I liked and the data that it recorded. I am mostly a DIY repair on my car, but when I need I do take it to a repair shop.

Although my local Parts store checks codes for free, they are only able to tell me the code, P0405.
This device picked it up, showed it and was able to tell me it was:
*******************************DTC*********************************
VIN: ******
DTC_TYPE: Pending DTCs ($07)
DTC_NUM: 1
PROTOCOL: J1850 VPW
LANGUAGE: English
P0405 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor A Circuit Low
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I am very pleased with the result, in addition to being able to record live data, and send it my PC
It allowed me to erase the code, another feature I liked, but unfortunately without fixing the issue, with in about 15 min my car picked it back up.
Below is a list of 1 set of the live data it recorded, I was able to record and then use the software to be able to read it on my win 10 x64 pc, it hooks up to the computer via a usb 1.0 and the end is a USB mini B,
software was found at this site:

http://www.itoscanner.com/download/

The software is called Uplink, and was easy to set up
: please note there is an update to the firmware of the device, I did not need it to use the device, to install I had to press and hold any button on the device as I hooked it up to computer, this would set the device in to update mode, at which time using the software I updated the device, it took about 3 or 4 minutes.

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Intake Air Temperature 105F
Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow Sensor 1.6lb/min
Absolute Throttle Position 5.1%
Oxygen Sensor Output Voltage (B1-S1) 0.825V
Short Term Fuel Trim (B1-S1) 2.3%
Oxygen Sensor Output Voltage (B1-S2) 0.500V
Short Term Fuel Trim (B1-S2) 99.2%
OBD requirements OBD2
Distance Traveled While MIL is Activated 245miles
Fuel system 1 status CL
Fuel system 2 status ---
Calculated LOAD Value 7.8%
Engine Coolant Temperature 199F
Short Term Fuel Trim - Bank 1 -3.9%
Long Term Fuel Trim - Bank 1 -6.3%
Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure 8.4inHg
Engine RPM 2006/min
Vehicle Speed 0mph
Ignition Timing Advance for #1 Cylinder 25.0
Intake Air Temperature 105F
Air Flow Rate from Mass Air Flow Sensor 1.0lb/min
Absolute Throttle Position 0.8%
Oxygen Sensor Output Voltage (B1-S1) 0.680V
Short Term Fuel Trim (B1-S1) -5.5%
Oxygen Sensor Output Voltage (B1-S2) 0.350V
Short Term Fuel Trim (B1-S2) 99.2%
OBD requirements OBD2
Distance Traveled While MIL is Activated 245miles
Fuel system 1 status CL
Fuel system 2 status ---
Calculated LOAD Value 3.9%
Engine Coolant Temperature 199F
Short Term Fuel Trim - Bank 1 -3.1%
Long Term Fuel Trim - Bank 1 -10.9%
Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure 11.1inHg
Engine RPM 1025/min
Vehicle Speed 0mph
Ignition Timing Advance for #1 Cylinder 18.0
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I hope this helps I am not affiliated with the group selling the sensor, but wanted to assure future buyers the ability’s I liked and the data that it recorded.

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N. Alston

and I am sure that I will remain satisfied with my purchases

Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2018

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The first thing that caught my attention, about this unit, was its build quality. After finding that such devices can run into the thousands of dollars, I surely didn't expect more than some cheap, plastic housing, for what I paid. But, again. I was very pleasantly surprised. It's functioning? Well, I can't really speak to that - yet. I haven't had a surfacing check engine light, as of this time, so there really wasn't anything to check - outside of my battery. I had initially, thought I was getting something that could check the electrical components, as well, but have since found that it only detects engine issues, and that (unless I've misunderstood something) is something that I will have to wait until an issue rears its head, before I can render any information on. However, I do believe that this tool will function just as it is supposed to do, and I am sure that I will remain satisfied with my purchases.

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Shopper4Fun

Great bi-directional scan tool for the money!

Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2020

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I own almost a half dozen scan tools at this point. This one is one of the least expensive I have bought, but does a LOT for that money. It is the best value of all of my scan tools. I got it to read my oxygen sensor data and give me live data on my catalytic converters to help me diagnose a P0430 code, a very common code (along with its sister code for the Bank 1 cat) and a reason for failing inspection in my state. It di d the job perfectly. It is large, easy to read, very rugged and has a nice long cord to go to the OBDII port under the dash. For $60, this is a fantastic tool. I do wish it would read live data from the cylinders so that I could diagnose the persistent misfire I have (I was hoping the cat problem was causing the misfire, but apparently not). But the only code reader I have owned that would do that cost over $100, worked only on German cars and stopped working after about 3 years. 5 stars for SEEKONE!

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Janet L Brown

It works as advertised, is very simple to use. It's great!

Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2020

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This is Super Easy to use. You just have to plug it into your OBD II port, and then it turns on. The menus are easy to use and quite self explanatory. I didn't need the manual to be able to navigate to the part where you can access the data related to the check engine light. It's also very easy to get to the live data, which showed me that even though the RPM gauge on the dash was showing 1,000 RPM - the data in the Seekone showed that the RPM's had dropped all the way down to 700!

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this tool! It's well worth the money. Even though you can get the data through a chain auto parts store for free, I would still recommend you buy one of these. I say this because at the auto parts store, you only get a microscopic window into your vehicle's status but cannot show you things like the idle speed changing by 30%+++. There are a lot more data points that are much more relevant when you observe them for a period of time which can only happen at home.

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Anthony

Would give 10 Stars if i could Outstanding Scanner

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2018

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Folks believe the reviews. This is one heck of a scanner. My 02 jeep check engine light was on. Looked at many scanners on Amazon and choose this one. Glade i did. Hooked up to the jeep and showed 3 codes. 2 evap and 1 O2 sensor. Told me the exact O2 sensor bank 1 sensor 2. Did the repairs and jeep passed inspection. Saved me hundreds of dollars doing the repairs myself. When was the last time you made a purchased and the item paid for itself the first time you used it with money left over. Scanner works perfect. Works on my 02 jeep and my 2010 mercury mountainner. The cord is nice and long. Real nice case. Free updates and easy to use. I do leave the cable attached to the scanner. I cannot say anything bad about this scanner it's perfect. This is the one to purchase.

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SKE

it’s certainly a nice looking unit but …

Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2018

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I purchased this unit based upon it having the highest rating on Amazon. It appears well built and, it’s certainly a nice looking unit but ….
- I read the manual cover to cover. I then re-read it. To be candid, it’s not well written or clear – from either the grammatical and/or structure perspectives.
- The product website (www.itoscanner.com) is certainly simple! The one thing you have available there is the download of the uplink software. BUT that is not as simple as one might expect. Be aware that the file you download from there is a .rar file. You’ll have to then use an app to unpack the files from that download. I used the RAR Opener App from the Microsoft store. ALL of the files unpacked from that .rar file total 7MB …… so why bundle them up in a .rar file and complicate matters?!
- Once I had finally got the uplink software downloaded and opened I followed the instructions to check and update the unit (straight out of the box). N.B. There is NO power button …. so ignore all references to that!. That seemed to work OK and the unit was updated. (At one point you will see a box with a red cross and a box with a green tick. You can ignore the red cross – as long as you get one box with a green tick you’re good to go).
I then plugged the unit into my 2017 Land Rover Discovery to give it a try.
- The Green / Yellow / Red LEDs are very small and not very bright. I had to shade the unit with my hand and look carefully to see which was lit. (Used the LED test to check this).
- I wandered around each and every menu option to explore each. Some screens returned an error indicating that communication was not possible with this vehicle?! Hmm … not sure why since it’s a 2017 vehicle.
- I’m sure that in the right hands (i.e. some-one who knows what to look for and what they’re looking at) this would be a powerful tool. But with my limited knowledge it left me struggling. Again, if the manual were clearer and better written it would certainly help.
- When I have more time I’ll do some more research and knowledge gaining by surfing around the net to learn some more about these testers and how to use them. But I had hoped that it would have been intuitive and simple to use for anyone ……. and it isn’t.

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Mark

GOOD PRODUCT + EXCELLENT SERVICE

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2018

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I bought this for my 2001 Ford Truck with 269,000+ miles on it (not bad for 17 years old) and it keeps going. Anyway, several times I have had the engine light come on and had to take it to the shop to hook up a different OBD Scanner to get the code. The Seekone SK860 DOES A LOT for more for less cost! It's competition cost over $200+ to come close to what this does. You connect it, turn your key on and it shows the car/truck, VIN #, and click on "Diagnostic" and it will check out the issues. I had issues it found on the truck, which turned out to be correct--so it worked great. The following day, my wife's car, engine light came on, this time I had issues, and did not get the graphs and everything else I got when I used it on the truck and to say the least, I thought I was now screwed. BUT, I told SeekOne the issue and Seekone sent me a NEW ONE! Thier service is GREAT! SO, now the truck and wife's car are both running good but if any check engine light comes on I will NOW be able to check it out at home, hook it up to the computer and check their library to get all the info I need.

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keen view

Does cover Basic ODBii functions

Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2018

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I bought this device thinking it had some higher ability to reset codes. (I did update this device right after I got it)
The update might appear a bit complicated but went thru w/o any issues. (At least for me)
My car is a 2007 Honda Civic.
I tried some of the common diagnostic testing such as Evap and O2 sensors. That was disappointing, because the menus came back saying the function was not supported.
Some other OBDBii devices tested in the same price range had the same ability and worked fine. I am not sure if I am allowed to mention other brands here.
Mostly I wanted to reset throttle position sensor on my car. This was not even a choice on the menus.
I did not see any options to reset anything else on my car.

This is a basic and simple scanner. (Just reads codes- Not for me)
If you just want something basic to read codes you can buy the below Wifi scanner for only a few dollars.
There are many generic versions out there that work with an app on cell phones.
ELM327 WiFi Bluetooth OBD2 Car Diagnostic Scanner Code Reader. Most are not Bi-directional.

Most OBDii scanners can read codes and reset the "MIL" only but some are able to reset other higher menus...

If anyone here has a suggestion for a good bi-directional ODBii scanner( in the same price range) please reply here and let me know.
I would appreciate it. The scanner HAS to be bi-directional to be able to reset the higher codes. Such functions are the ability to reset TPMS, SRS, TPS, ECU, Engine Immobilizer Programming Etc.

PS. I should add that I have tried to contact their email support at service@iseekone.com but have not heard back from them yet.
I will wait a couple of days. If there is no response, the item will be sent back.

I will update this review if they(SeekOne) does help me.

Update: Manufacture reached back to me and sent a replacement unit. Again, It does cover the basic ODB functions but nothing more.
I guess this is be be expected for lower price units.

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Dan W. Turner

Straight forward, east to use

Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2020

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I had a throttle body sensor issue that was putting my GMC Yukon in limp home mode even though it was just a sensor that was failing. I purchased the Seekone reader to 1) diagnose the issue and 2) clear the error condition when it happened. I'm not a mechanic so I'm not totally clear on all the things I could report on but this showed me the error codes that proved what my issue was but more importantly, allowed me to clear the error so I could continue down the road until I had time to replace the sensor. This was easy to use, quick to setup and plug in, and straight forward on how to reset your codes. For those that are thinking they could get this to clear the check engine light before they got their car inspected, don't bother. That also clears the emissions history which has to be read for the inspection (at least here in Texas). If you clear the emissions data, plan on driving around for a couple of days before you can get it inspected (hopefully the check engine light stays off during that time).

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