Short answer: OBDAI Premium can be purchased through app stores (monthly/annual subscription) or as a hardware bundle (prepaid term). Both unlock the same Premium features across all your devices.
At a Glance
- One Premium tier — same features for everyone, regardless of how you purchase
- App Store = auto-renews; Bundles = prepaid, no auto-renew
- Year 1 buyers = Founders Pricing locked in
- Devices = Premium works on all your personal devices
What is OBDAI Premium?
Premium is our top tier — it unlocks the full power of ARIA, OBDAI’s Automotive Reasoning & Intelligence Assistant.
Current Premium Features:
- Unlimited ARIA Conversations — Ask anything about your vehicle, get real answers. No daily limits, no chat caps.
- Vehicle Diagnostic History — ARIA remembers your previous diagnostic sessions and can compare today’s readings to last week’s. She catches drift before it becomes failure.
- Autonomous PID Selection — ARIA analyzes your question, selects the right parameters to monitor, and tells you to drive. You drive. She watches. She analyzes. She adjusts. You don’t have to touch anything except the steering wheel.
- Cross-Device Access — One Premium subscription works across all your devices — Android, iOS, and Windows. Sign in with the same account and your Premium status follows you. (See “How Many Devices Can I Use?” below for details.)
- Latest AI Models — Premium subscribers always get access to the newest, most capable AI models as they become available.
We ship new features frequently — and Premium subscribers get them automatically, at no extra cost. What you see above is what’s live today. More is coming.
Premium transforms OBDAI from a basic scan tool into an intelligent diagnostic partner.
What’s Free vs Premium?
Free users can:
- Connect to any compatible OBD-II adapter
- Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
- View 150+ live parameters
- Use basic dashboard gauges
- Access limited ARIA conversations (daily cap)
Premium users also get:
- Unlimited ARIA AI conversations
- Full diagnostic history with trend analysis
- Autonomous PID selection and guided diagnostics
- Access to the latest AI models
- Priority support
- Every new Premium feature we ship — included automatically
Ways to Get OBDAI Premium
There are two paths to Premium. Both unlock the same features.
Option A: App Store Subscription
Auto-renewing, no hardware included.
Purchase directly through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Microsoft Store.
How it works:
- Billing, renewals, and cancellations are handled entirely by the store — not OBDAI
- Subscriptions renew automatically unless you cancel
- Updates are delivered automatically through the app store
- Best for users who want in-app billing convenience
Available plans:
- Monthly subscription
- Annual subscription (save ~16%)
Option B: Hardware Bundles
Scanner + prepaid Premium, no auto-renew.
Purchase a bundle from obdai.app/shop or Amazon.
How it works:
- Bundles include an OBDAI OBD-II scanner plus a prepaid Premium term
- Premium is prepaid for the included period (3 months or 12 months)
- Hardware is yours to keep forever
- Billing and license management are handled directly by OBDAI
- Does not auto-renew — renewal options provided when your term is ending
Available bundles:
- Gen 1 Annual Bundle (12 months Premium + Gen 1 device)
- Gen 1 3-Month Bundle (3 months Premium + Gen 1 device)
- Gen 2 Annual Bundle (12 months Premium + Gen 2 device)
Note: Amazon bundles include the same Premium access as bundles purchased directly from our store — just with a different activation process. Both qualify for the same benefits and Founders Pricing.
Gen 1 vs Gen 2 — What’s the Difference?
Gen 1 and Gen 2 are hardware tiers, not software tiers. Both get the exact same Premium experience.
Gen 1:
- Standard Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) adapter
- Supports ISO protocols (covers most 1996+ vehicles)
- Solid, reliable performance
Gen 2:
- Custom OBDAI-branded adapter
- Supports ISO protocols plus SAE J1850 PWM/VPW (older US vehicles like Ford/GM pre-2008)
- Premium packaging and build quality
Which should you choose?
- Most users: Gen 1 covers your vehicle
- Own an older Ford or GM with J1850 protocols: Gen 2 ensures compatibility
- Want the premium hardware experience: Gen 2
Software is identical. Premium features, ARIA capabilities, and updates are the same regardless of hardware tier.
How Many Devices Can I Use?
All of them. Your Premium entitlement covers every device you personally own — phones, tablets, laptops, desktops. Sign in with the same account and Premium follows you.
This applies whether you subscribed through Google Play, Apple App Store, Microsoft Store, or activated a license key from our store or Amazon. One entitlement, all your devices.
What “All Your Devices” Means
This is for devices you personally own and use. It’s an honor system — we trust you.
This does not extend to fleet vehicles, shared shop terminals, or commercial multi-user setups. If you’re running a business with multiple technicians or vehicles, please review our Terms of Service for commercial use guidelines, or contact us to discuss your needs.
How Software Updates Work
All Premium subscribers receive software updates automatically.
- Updates are delivered through the app stores (iOS, Android, Windows)
- No repurchase required during an active subscription
- Hardware continues to work across all software updates
- New features added to Premium are included at no additional cost
If your subscription is active, you get every update.
Founders Pricing
Founders Pricing is our way of saying thank you to Year 1 supporters. It’s grandfathered pricing — locked in permanently for early adopters.
OBDAI prices are scheduled to increase in 2026. If you subscribe or purchase a bundle now, you lock in today’s rate. This is likely the lowest price OBDAI Premium will ever be.
App Store Subscribers
Your subscription price is locked forever as long as your subscription stays active.
When prices increase, existing subscribers keep their original rate. This applies to all platforms — Google Play, Apple App Store, and Microsoft Store.
If your subscription lapses or is canceled, you may lose grandfathered pricing. At our discretion, we may reinstate Founders Pricing for returning subscribers — contact support@obdai.app if this applies to you.
Bundle Buyers (Year 1)
Customers who purchased a hardware bundle during OBDAI’s first year — whether from our store or Amazon — will have the option to renew at $49.99/year forever.
How it works:
- When your prepaid Premium term expires, you’ll be offered the option to continue
- Renew through our store for $49.99/year — locked in permanently
- This rate is exclusive to Year 1 bundle buyers and may not be available to future customers
- Direct store renewal (outside app stores) will be available in early 2026, before the first bundles expire
We’ll email you before your prepaid term expires with renewal instructions.
Renewals & Expiration
App Store Subscriptions
- Auto-renew by default — your subscription continues unless you cancel
- Cancel anytime through the store where you purchased
- After canceling, you keep Premium access until your current billing period ends
- See How to Cancel Your Subscription for step-by-step instructions
Hardware Bundle Licenses
- Do not auto-renew — your prepaid term has a fixed expiration date
- We’ll send reminders before your Premium access expires
- When your term ends, you’ll have options to renew (see Founders Pricing above) or continue with the free tier
- Your hardware continues to work regardless of Premium status
Which Option Should I Choose?
| App Store Subscription | Hardware Bundle | |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Auto-renews monthly or annually | Prepaid for 3 or 12 months, no auto-renew |
| Hardware included | No | Yes — Gen 1 or Gen 2 scanner |
| Founders Pricing | Locked at your rate while active | Year 1 buyers can renew at $49.99/year forever |
| Best for | Users who want flexibility and already have hardware | Users who want everything in one purchase |
Both options unlock identical Premium features. Choose whichever fits your preference.
Waiting to Purchase?
If you’re not ready to purchase right now, that’s completely fine.
- Download the app for free and explore what OBDAI can do
- Use the free tier to connect your adapter and read codes
- When you’re ready, upgrade to Premium or purchase a bundle
Premium is here when you need it.
How Much Does OBDAI Premium Cost?
Pricing is not listed in support articles because it varies by platform and region.
App store pricing: To see current subscription prices on iOS, Android, or Windows, open the OBDAI app and view available plans through the in-app purchase screen. App store pricing is controlled by each store and may vary by platform or region.
Hardware bundles: All bundle pricing is listed at obdai.app/shop. This is the only place where bundle pricing is shown.
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Questions about billing or subscriptions? support@obdai.app