Elm327 carista

The Carista Solution:. They developed their own OBD adapter that fully complies with ELM327 v1. 4, ensuring compatibility with their app's advanced features.

What hardware do I need in order to use Carista?

• Carista OBD adapter (Android and iOS)
• Carista EVO adapter (Android and iOS)
• OBDLink CX (Android and iOS)
• OBDLink MX+ (Android and iOS)
• OBDLink MX Bluetooth or LX (Android only)
• Kiwi 3 (Android and iOS) (note: Kiwi 4 is not supported)

Virtually all ELM327 interfaces currently offered on the Internet are so-called clones/counterfeit variants of the original ELM327 chip. These clones are often poorly produced with a low quality chip, from an unknown brand. As a result, many of these devices have limited or no function at all on certain cars.

They're both OK and provide very similar functions. OBDeleven though is just mainly for use with VAG systems where Carista is more versatile..

Difference between good and bad ELM327 interface

1. Microchip logotype (M) on fake chip is blurred (while original chip has clear and sharp logo)
2. Third line of the label on fake chip has string 14309MP or 1643URE or 1850AAJ; original chip has another strings with encoded production date.