Launch
Launch CR529
C
Ranked #8 in OBD2 Scanners
461 LP on the
category ladder
what's LP?
Tom's Guide's best value pick after testing. A simple code reader with almost nothing to fail and a huge installed base - the most durable 'it just works' option on the board.
Consolidated from 3 independent outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 2 positive sources
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Pros & cons
- ✓ Named best value OBD-II scanner by Tom's Guide after testing
- ✓ Simple design with almost nothing to fail
- ✓ Huge installed base
- ✓ Delivers on what it promises, not just on what it costs
- ✓ Delivers a high level of capability for its budget price
- ✗ Less robust chassis
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. We quote no words from these sources, so each row shows only where we placed it.
Evidence 2 articles and 1 video review
2 positive sources
1 stance not read source
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #8 of 16 on our OBD2 scanners tier list, in C tier. That placement draws on 3 independent outlets.
Less robust chassis.
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