Is the Torque app worth it as a diagnostic tool?

[C30inFrance]

I'd read mention of the Torque app (android, maybe it exists for apple too, don't know) on this forum and downloaded the free version. I was interested mainly in seeing any fault codes. I know it's a generic app, and indeed doesn't specifically support Volvo, but I wondered if the paid version offers anything more.

The free version displays lots of interesting info but I've really no idea if it goes beyond that. I know the best/proper diag tool is that Vida dice.

[Zebster]

Originally Posted by C30inFrance

I'd read mention of the Torque app (android, maybe it exists for apple too, don't know) on this forum and downloaded the free version. I was interested mainly in seeing any fault codes. I know it's a generic app, and indeed doesn't specifically support Volvo, but I wondered if the paid version offers anything more.

The free version displays lots of interesting info but I've really no idea if it goes beyond that. I know the best/proper diag tool is that Vida dice.

I do use the free version of the 'Torque' app on my Android tablet, however I find that the free version of the 'Car Scanner' app does work very well when properly configured for my particular Volvo generation... Not only can it read the OBD2 powertrain DTCs but it will also access a wide range of sensor and ECM internal values, including DPF differential pressure and temperature plus the ECM resulting interpretation of soot and ash loading. It will also read the VEA engine oil level sensor to give the current level (in mm) to get around the limitations of the e-dipstick (and lack of any physical dipstick!). Try it!

[sam1]

I have both. I always have bluetooth adapter in car for torque app in case something bad happens whilst out. Use vida for when i have time. I've found torque to be very useful but it does not pick up some errors vida does. This may be my cheap bluetooth obd adaptor though.

[Clan]

Originally Posted by sam1

I have both. I always have bluetooth adapter in car for torque app in case something bad happens whilst out. Use vida for when i have time. I've found torque to be very useful but it does not pick up some errors vida does. This may be my cheap bluetooth obd adaptor though.

it is worth the £4 for the wonderful instrument panel you can design on your 7" tablet !

[Cookeh]

Anyone had any luck getting torque to run on P80s? Specifically the pre-ME7 cars? I cant seem to get any live readings or even a connections with my Motronic 4.3 850.

[Simmy]

i think p80 cars are obd 1 plug looks the same as obd2 but its different. try vol fcr