Best (so far) BUDGET Bi-Directional Scan Tool - For DIY and PROFESSIONAL

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@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Link to part 2 (field testing follow up) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-MRE7jKXlwco.html

@bobgamble405 2 года назад

So I watched both videos and you sold me. So I went to the website to order one, but they don't seem to have a page to order straight from the factory. do you have a link to access the discount and st. jude donation? I really didn't want to have spend $1K on a scanner, Danner, but it looks like if I'm going to fix my own stuff it's a must. Thanks Buddy, you're an excellent instructor by the way. Looks like I might need some training to update my knowledge bank.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

@@bobgamble405 Thank you Bob. Here is what I posted in the description and in the comments "10% of the proceeds will be donated to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, using promo code DANNER (not a discount code) For pricing and information, here is the link to the Phoenix www.topdon.us/collections/professional-series/products/phoenix

@charlesleake930 2 года назад

they might as well call it " St Satan's " .. St Judes Hospital is an obomination to God ( Jesus Christ ) ..putting draino/battery acid in children and chemo treatment.... cancer is EASILY curable ....for less than 50 bucks....no Docter ( from Hell ) Ever needed.....much peace and love Jay : )

@JFKALLDAY Год назад

@scannerdanner can you do a review of the topdon artidiag pro? It's a corded bidirectional full function under $500 I'll probably have bought it before you read this comment but it might be an even better budget minded diag tool. I'm hoping the live data delay/response and layout/function of the data sets is comparable...4hrs left till the current amazon sale ends so I'm just gonna go for it....

@averydomingue4638 Год назад

Xtool has some badass bi-directionals too and the price is beautiful.

@JFKALLDAY Год назад

In the second video Danner says there's no comparison between the topdon phoenix and the xtool d7 d8 etc between the loading speeds and live data layout and a few other notes Danner said he found the xtool unusable in comparison

@stevenayala2324 2 года назад

Hell yea Danner ive been waiting for you to narrow down the good scanners for us man been waiting to buy a good one ive asked you for help in the passed & you've give me advice thank you cant wait

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

This one is it. I'm a huge fan

@Madmok128 Год назад

Im buying one. Im not a mechanic Im an IT network guy. If I were a mechanic id want to be like you. Your troubleshooting skills remind me of myself when working in my field. I haven’t been to a mechanic in over 5 years and ive done a lot of work on my 13’ Tacoma TRd sport. Youre honestly the most humble and passionate mechanic ive ever seen working and your teaching skills and methods are phenomenal. Keep up the good work my brother!

@ScannerDanner Год назад

Thank you so much! The Phoenix Lite 2 is out and it's on sale right now too. It's a bigger tablet. Not sure if it does the network topology or not. But it's just under $700 on Amazon right now. www.amazon.com/shop/scannerdanner I get a small commission btw for this link, but I don't push tools. I stand behind this one, I really do

@josephnavarro3620 9 месяцев назад

I'm buying one. I'm not a mechanic but I slept at a Holiday Inn Express last night. If I were a mechanic I'd want to be like you. Your trouble shooting skills remind me of my dear aunt Gladys, may she rest in peace. She made great tamales.

@giantkilla_ 7 месяцев назад

@@josephnavarro3620😂😂😂

@Aaron_Voltz 4 месяца назад

A 13' Toyota needs work done 😱😱😱

@FragBenitez 4 месяца назад

@@josephnavarro3620 lol

@simonparkinson1053 2 года назад

I've used the old model, ArtiMini as my main tool for a couple of years. I got 3 years updates with mine so no subscriptions to pay out during that time.

@duanedonaldson2262 2 года назад

Paul, in the future after some real-time usage, can you make a video of what the tool will not do or does not seem to do very well please. Maybe also compare two tools, one other with this one, if the TOPDON does not do something then your other non-expensive tool did do the job, much appreciated. These 2 tools seem to do most everything. Please include older vehicles also as I see you saying that SO does old stuff better than others but its big money for that. Laters.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

We have a video lined up for next week on a case study using the Phoenix. I don't really do tool reviews like others, you'll just see it in action as time goes on

@weldingjunkie 2 года назад

This will not do ODD1 if that’s what you are asking, it’ll do non generic obd2 like the bmw pac man etc if that makes sense.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Link to part 2 (field testing follow up) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-MRE7jKXlwco.html

@LifeSavingDefense Год назад

My @ $159 Inmova 6100p does Fuel trim graphs. It's not the greatest in the world but it's better than the ones I used to use and doesn't cost $700

@ScannerDanner Год назад

You can get a Bluetooth OBD2 scanner for under $100 that will do that too. That means nothing.

@gregoryfairchild2460 2 года назад

SDMs are different part number on GMs with side curtain airbags.

@james684 Год назад

Really wish these scanner tool videos would mention how they do with SRC and adblue reset as these are the biggest headaches these days

@ScannerDanner Год назад

You can contact @TopdonUSA and ask them. I'm not a diesel guy, so I wouldn't know. Thanks!

@bubba.watercraftj7269 2 года назад

Looks like a nice tool. As I am not starting out….. I am soon to retire and won’t have access to as many shop tools. I do mostly medium/heavy truck. Does it have J1939 capability? Forced regen, DEF, EGT,SCR,VGT, Etc. Diagnostic capabilities? Also does the 16 pin OBD2 connection do light/medium diesel diagnostic? I do some light gasoline vehicles, just not as much. I see that your son works with you. He is lucky to have such a great mentor as you! I was taught by my father as well and I miss talking shop with him.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

I'm not sure my friend. I'm sorry, I don't do much diesel engine work

@bubba.watercraftj7269 2 года назад

@@ScannerDanner okay thanks. How did the MD3060 transmission work out in the motor coach you were troubleshooting a while back?

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

@@bubba.watercraftj7269 it was an MH4000 Allison in my RV Are you talking about when the TCM got smoked in the mines?

@bubba.watercraftj7269 2 года назад

@@ScannerDanner Yes. The TCM issue. I thought you were working on a 3000 series.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

@@bubba.watercraftj7269 ah damn, you're right, it was the 3000 I sold the RV about 6 months ago. It is gone 😪

@76089randy Год назад

No homo but I freaking love you scanner danner you are an amazing funny honest man. It would of been an honor to have been your son. Thank you for everything you have done for the world

@ScannerDanner Год назад

Haha love you too Randall. Thank you!

@gmau3945 Год назад

Snap On will have to compete reasonably $$ Other than that they will go under

@Splashfun2000 Месяц назад

So two situations I ran into recently that my Launch couldn't do (or I couldn't find it), working on a 2012 Ford F150, needed to turn on cooling fans and second was working on a 2004 LandRover Discovery, needed to turn on SAI components (like the solenoid and blower), does this scanner do that ?

@ScannerDanner Месяц назад

Questions for the manufacturer. Sorry, I do not know

@justforkiks29 2 года назад

Snap On scantools graph the best hands down. I love my Zeus.

@chrismadaj8751 2 года назад

That's exactly what I would have done too funny Paul

@dannydivine7699 2 года назад

Will this tool cycle the scr heaters on a Duramax and or other diesels?

@scopediagnostics3742 2 года назад

It's the same lunch scanner but diferent name

@mdrobiulsheikh4335 2 года назад

Sir I am a professional technician I need a diagnostic tool I work most of the Japanese cars then American then European What kind of scanner should I buy? I need also wiring diagram.Please tell me, sir

@dans_Learning_Curve 2 года назад

Maybe, just maybe.....

@Flyboy160 2 года назад

Will the Autel Ultra record like the Snap on?

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Nope

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

10% of the proceeds will be donated to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, using promo code DANNER (not a discount code) For pricing and information, here is the link to the Phoenix www.topdon.us/collections/professional-series/products/phoenix

@watchforstars1 2 года назад

Used your code at checkout. Thanks for spreading the good. I also want to mention that their customer service is PHENOMENAL. I was having an issue, so I called them and real humans picked up the phone after a couple rings. Then they just used remote access on the device to drive everything themselves. Very impressed with the customer service. Definitely worth some of the purchase cost to know that there’s a real company with real support.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Awesome! Great to hear and thank you for sharing!

@graywaveautodiagnostics9389 2 года назад

I was literally just now watching videos on TopDon scan tools and after hitting the back button to see more videos on the youtube home page, yours just popped up. Great Timing!

@djosbun 2 года назад

Launch seemed to be the first 'releaser' of this software, which is now used by Thinktool and TopDon. It's probably just one Chinese company that's leasing the software to whomever wants to use it. My Launch has the same wireless dongle and case (just in a different color). It works well but I discovered a fuel trim graphing refresh bug that's yet to be fixed with an update (it's just an annoyance, doesn't affect diagnosing.

@Auto-Tech 2 года назад

The story I heard from 2 good sources is that the owners for the Launch brand are the same 2 brothers that own THINKTOOL and TOPDON (not sure if it's true).

@shepherdguy 2 года назад

@@Auto-Tech I wouldn't doubt it if it is true. I have the Launch X431 Pro Mini and it is identical to the Topdon Phoenix Lite, with the exception of color. They even both appear to come with all of the same adapters in the case.

@jtjones4727 2 года назад

I could also swear, the Zurich ZR Pro I got through Harbor Freight, I think uses a variant of the same dongle and software, just with a bit less refined interface (graphing could be better and no topology or network maps). But I paid $1100 dollars for mine at the time. But as far as the functionality goes, I would swear it is the same as the Launch and the Thinktool.

@jamesrossmotors 2 года назад

Looks very much like the Launch X431 Pro Mini and works identically. You dont need to graph data pre recording. You can graph any pid that was selcted that was recorded and look at the saved file as a graph or numerical. I have the latest x431 pro but find myself using the mini when I have to rush out to do a quick check on a customers vehicle. Its an awesome tool for this

@geirtoresimonsen8729 2 года назад

I am a DIY guy and also have the X431 Pro Mini, mine is a few years old. It has a ton of features and seems to communicate with every module on every car I've tested it on, but one thing is bugging me. It has the option for deactivating and activating Mercedes SBC brakes, but I've never been able to successfully deactivate SBC on my 2005 E320CDI 4matic. And that is probably the function I need most often from a scan tool. I usually have to dig out the Xentry clone, which does the job but it's slow and clunky and I'd much prefer to use the X431 if it would succeed. Have you successfully deactivated SBC with X431 or Topdon?

@pantelis241 Год назад

What are the pids ?😮

@singularautomotive3542 2 года назад

Best automotive electrical channel on RU-vid period! And from what he does to help out so many trying to get into the automotive industry, he doesn't get enough recognition. This is what should really be on television channels like Motortrend

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Thank you so much! Just seeing this now. Truly appreciate this comment

@singularautomotive3542 2 года назад

@@ScannerDanner True stuff, you're constantly giving away, helping charities, giving discounts, and uploading free videos to RU-vid. You share your knowledge, expertise, and experience with so many. Your way beats the hell out of flow charts. And producing videos on the level you and Caleb does on top of all that truly deserves more recognition than you guys will receive.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

@@singularautomotive3542 sharing this with Caleb now

@ss1114 10 месяцев назад

I'm looking for one for my husband. Will this program to delete the o2 sensors? He has a cat back system on his gto.

@The_Redkween 2 года назад

Pine Hollow Diagnostics, Ivan, has been using the Think Tool ProS for quite a while now and seems to like it. It has the module topology when scanning. I would have to have that. 😂

@mxpants4884 2 года назад

yeah, I have been eyeing that one for the same reason

@CKBrutus 2 года назад

Love my Thinkcar Thinktool Pros. Been using it for almost 1 yr now and it hasn't let me down

@shepherdguy 2 года назад

I have a Launch X431 Pro Mini and it looks identical in shape and characteristics to the Topdon Phoenix Lite you just showed, just different color. In fact, the exterior design and onscreen features are so close, it looks like one was copied from the other, all the way down to the handle, holder for the dongle, and start up button on the side looks exactly the same. They both appear to come with all the same adapters as well. The Home Screen was slightly different but the vehicle selection and Health Report are the same with the exception that the Topdon showed green text for pass and red text for fail, while the X431 Pro Mini shows black and red text. Other than that, I would have thought you were trying out the Launch X431 Pro Mini Bi-directional Scantool...they are that close and appear to have the same features based on just the little bit I saw in this video. If so, then the Topdon should also be able to program keys and transponders.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

I've heard this from others too! Probably similar to how OTC will make a scan tool then license it to Matco and Mac and Cornwell with different names on it?

@bobdavidson6144 2 года назад

On the Launch X431 there is borescope software. I plugged in my cheap USB borescope and it works great with the included software.

@shepherdguy 2 года назад

@@bobdavidson6144 Nice! I hadn't realized that yet.

@s31ACE1252 2 года назад

Looks promising. I went with an Autel MaxiDAS DS808 years ago for my DIY work. It's got bidirectional control for at least '05 and up(tested on an 05 Frontier and 06 350Z). I was also able to bump the idle of my 05 Frontier up to around 800 rpm when the cabin picked up a nasty harmonic vibration from an exhaust replacement. The magnaflow replacement exhaust didn't have the harmonic damper weight on it. For older cars, it can't do much. No bidirectional control on my '96 Z28. I use an old Tech 1A I got off Ebay with a mass data cartridge that goes to around 2002 if I recall right. I needed it to cycle the ABS modulator to get air out of it that would not move no matter what I tried.

@CameronDC-Grimes Месяц назад

Hey Scanner Danner (Paul) did you ever do a tool review of the TopDon ArtiDiag900-BT From what i heard on several automotive repair channels is that it's a great bidget Bidirectional, ECU Coding, topographical mapping and all systems scan with live data streams scan tool with a bunch more features all for under $580 (doesn't have a built in Oscilloscope obviously) i remember you reviewed a expensive Autel that had DLC lab scope built in. If you can get one thats near that price range that has bidirectional controls and possibly programming i bet many would want to see your review of it

@ProblemChild-xk7ix 2 года назад

Love your choice of charity! Thank you

@MechanicMindset 2 года назад

System Scan and Health Report; just have one right?! Or am I missing a reason for them being separate? 😅 I get the same on my Launch based tools.

@arthurbright1625 Месяц назад

Hey Paul, I’ve learned A lot watching your videos, I want a scanner that I can do compression test with turn injectors off and on Turn cylinders off and on mostly work on GM Five point threes and 6.0 with the advanced fuel management systems I need a scanner that troubleshoot those systems with the Phoenix light Work

@kenniefernandez 2 года назад

Hey Paul geetings from PR. hope you're good ,the thinktool pro is tha same platform but have more features and is not expensive compared to known brands like snapon but i have being doing a lot of research and the only thing that stand snapon apart from all the others like autel topdon thinktool is the guided test info that it has built in and i check it out and that info is provided from Mitchell. Thaslts why some of the snapon scantoll have the shopkey software built in ,just sharing a bit of knowledge.Keep doing well God Bless you !!!

@mikesautomotivediagnostics8080 2 года назад

Does the guided tests require a separate subscription?

@kenniefernandez 2 года назад

@@mikesautomotivediagnostics8080 nop

@mikesautomotivediagnostics8080 2 года назад

@@kenniefernandez isn't the thinktool thinkcar?

@InfiniteBrain 2 года назад

Best unboxing ever, not worst! Shows some of the issues that don't seem to make it into other unboxing videos.

@ourkid2000 2 года назад

Never used a bi-directional scan tool before, always wondered about the updates. Like, does the tool become unusable once it needs an update or are the updates just for new cars coming out?

@venomx4093 2 года назад

No, you can still use these scan tools if you don't update. My Autel subscription ended 4 years ago. It still works like it did when I kept updating it. The only issue I would run into is if I scanned a vehicle newer than my last update. I'm a diy'er, so this doesn't affect me at all on my personal vehicles. Updates will often come out for older vehicles as well as newer vehicles.

@ourkid2000 2 года назад

@@venomx4093 Thanks for that info! Do the scan tools come fully updated?

@venomx4093 2 года назад

@@ourkid2000 No. You have to update them. Depending on the scan tool, you may get a 1 year of free updates to a couple of years worth of free updates. My Autel MS-906 came with a free 1 year of updates. After that, it costs like $500 a year. That's why I never bought any more updates lol. I updated every update possible within the 1 year.

@dznuttzonyachin7499 2 года назад

What kind of hardware does it have ? Ram ? CPU ? Android version ?

@larryfine4498 2 года назад

I have the Autek ifix969. You'd be amazed at the functionality of this unit for under $400. Updates are available often and are free for life. Bought mine 3+ years ago and have 2019 vehicle scanning available.

@daniellara3385 Год назад

Real mechanics NEVER read instrucción, just try and try and try and try and try and try and try and try uff, then read instruccuins

@johnkauffman1191 Год назад

Thank you scanner Danner for your videos I wish you and Eric, the car guy who is doing the scanner together video except for the one at nine years ago. Lol but I love your videos you’re the man.

@nissanzamyadtech.4856 2 года назад

Do this tool have injector actuation for toyota corolla? I am using 2 types of Scanners one is launch X431 and 2nd is Rayan a iranian scanner for locally made cars. The iranian tool has actuation controll for fuel pump,injectors,coil spark so on. But the launch that iam usingg for japnese cars did not have these Actuation and i Really could not work on launch as i work with Rayan scanner. I wish i could have a Scanner like launch with all those controll.

@AntonioClaudioMichael 2 года назад

Awesome to hear that it's going to Saint Jude Research

@right-handrenown-spear4660 2 года назад

My Autel MS906 PRO records all PIDs even if I don't hit the record button. I'm not sure if it saves the recording once I leave that screen unless I hit the record button but as long as I'm on that screen I can scroll back to the point when I first brought up that information.

@InsideOfMyOwnMind 2 года назад

The unboxing part was the best diagnostic video you've ever done.😋😋j/k I picked up the Autel MK808 and it doesn't do bidirectional that I can tell but if I ever have to dig that deep into my vehicle it's goin to the man anyway.

@x01e 2 года назад

It does now with a software update

@InsideOfMyOwnMind 2 года назад

@@x01e I was wondering about that. $175ish for the update last time it bitched at me. Might be worth it.

@johnaclark1 2 года назад

If the Topdon is like the Autel it includes all those OBDI connectors but doesn't support OBD1. I've got a box of adapters with my Autel that never work on OBD1 cars because they don't support OBD1.

@JamesSmith-xs7sr 7 месяцев назад

Nice! What does the Phoenix Plus offer compared to this? I am going to buy either one.

@bigdredre3725 2 года назад

Yes the extension cable is paramount for keeping your dongle

@squidsmobilerepair 8 месяцев назад

Hey ScannerDanner. I am looking to upgrade my INOVA 5610 to either this one or to the INOVA 7111. I would like your thoughts which one might be better. I don't think I have seen you do a review of the INOVA 7111, but would it be better to get the TOPDON or the INOVA one.

@ScannerDanner 8 месяцев назад

I have no opinion on the INOVA never used one, sorry

@carlosk8103 3 месяца назад

Maybe a good scan tool but I wouldn't call it a budget it was over a grand 2 years ago... It's around 750$ now but it's still very expensive.. You can find some budget bidirectional scan tool around the 200-500$ mark.

@ScannerDanner 3 месяца назад

Yep, I've reviewed many of them and never brought them to the public because they were all garbage! Now that being said, check out the Topdon TopScan Pro! It's $100 and I'm completely blown away by it

@billbird3833 2 года назад

So a much needed 1,800 phone number is needed. Is a working phone number included?

@SMAutoRepairLLC 5 месяцев назад

I’ve found myself in a situation 😂, my verus edge is down just sent it off with snap on today so I’m needing to purchase a scanner to hold me off, Is this still on the top of your list? If I order it today from Amazon I could have it tomorrow! Need something quick!! So really what I’m asking you mr danner is this Topdon worth having around for long term use as well or would there be any other products you would suggest. I appreciate your feedback as always man!

@ScannerDanner 5 месяцев назад

100%! Look into the Topdon TopScan Pro too! It's only $100 and it's amazing what it can do.

@SMAutoRepairLLC 5 месяцев назад

@@ScannerDanner thank you for your quick reply sir, is that the topdon dongle to phone?

@billyyoder8171 2 года назад

Looks just like Launch platform. X431 V pad $800 with 3 years free updates.

@gaminguniv3rs 2 года назад

Got the phoenix plus and its worth every penny.

@richardsalaverria9363 2 года назад

Would love to see Paul playing with the Phoenix plus as that seems to be a more in depth "pro" tool with the topology and other features. I've had my eye on one for a few weeks now. Having a hard time deciding between the Phoenix plus and the Launch x431 pro3s+.

@jamesbynum3123 2 месяца назад

Just ordered one yesterday and I’m stoked to play with it lol

@AntonioClaudioMichael 2 года назад

Wonder what it's hard drive size is because it's identical to my Launch x431 Pros Mini and it's memory is full just by updating each vehicle manufacturer diag files because it's got a Tiny 32gb hard drive which most of it is used by Android @ScannerDanner

@garyfetting9043 2 года назад

. Was nice to see someone else struggling with all the adapters and their hook up. I was starting to question my ability (and sanity). I recently purchased a Thinktool scanner and I was in the same boat. The manual was unhelpful to say the least.

@dynoronixperformanceandtun7501 2 года назад

Mac, Launch and Topdon all run this software on their tablets now. Ive used all 3 and they seem to be identical,

@jjones9290 2 года назад

This tool os looking intriguing! Really looking forward to seeing you use this more!

@jmadden805 2 года назад

Sorry In advance but I have to correct you. It’s St Jude Childrens Research Hospital, not St Judes. The reason this is important is because the hospital belongs souly to the children. That’s a big part of who they are. Also to everybody who buys one of these using that code, Thank You! The cost to run st Jude exceeds a million dollars per day and every last piece of research they do is available to all cancer research facilities for free. They are making a real difference and this is a really cool way to give. Just another reason I love this channel

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Did I have it wrong in the description?

@gottahavegoalsset 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for helping others with your code.

@BrianFennel 2 месяца назад

Okay I'll type in cheats budget scanners 7 to $800 is not a cheap budget scanner thats by directional I have seen other ones far more cheaper

@ScannerDanner 2 месяца назад

So have I and the ones I've seen in the 4-$500 range are s--t. But check out the Topdon Topscan Pro. It's $100 and I'm blown away by what it can do www.aeswave.com/scannerdanner

@andiarrohnds5163 2 года назад

no way anyone would prefer this when Launch exists. the daigun is better and costs less

@simbad909 2 года назад

Ouch 🤣...everyone has done something like that...i hv

@romanjaspe4172 2 года назад

thanks so much for the video paul. Regards

@mrvang8077 8 месяцев назад

Is it full bi-directional or just partial bi- driectional. I don't wanna waste money on just partial bi-directional.

@ScannerDanner 8 месяцев назад

Full! Its not just oil reset bullcrap

@mikesantimore6971 8 месяцев назад

Those readouts on your scan tool is the same as on my launch. The red and the yellow are the same everything's the same as the launch that I bought it's all China products

@ScannerDanner 8 месяцев назад

I've heard that as well

@grad0n 2 года назад

The phoenix lite is “discontinued due to stock exhaustion”. They have a pro, elite, and smart.

@AntonioClaudioMichael 2 года назад

The port on the scan tool is storage for the dongle aka VcI aka DLC

@jamesbarratt593 2 года назад

My Autel Ultra offered BMS in SERVICE and it did not work. Autel messaged and said sorry friend we no support that. The Autel im608 pro I bought straight after wont do VW car keys and I was told due to VW stopping their servers. So I am arguing with the firm I bought it from because basically the Autel is no better than my other scan tool called OBDSTAR. I can honestly say I think Autel are full of shit. I dont trust their data. Plugged in to a Peugeot 2009 partner today which had ABS light on. It could not see faults in ABS. In live data on the im 608 pro it showed -30 air temp. RPM 118 and other rubbish data. Went out of manufacturer specific and back to EOBD just for protocol. It got to live data where the data was much more accurate. Basically I think Autel are POOP.

@shastrimaharaj4373 29 дней назад

Hey scanner danner can we have a updated bidriectional scan tool for DIY...tks

@ScannerDanner 29 дней назад

Look into the Topdon Topscan Pro! It's $100 and $100 a year for updates

@michaelcox2648 7 месяцев назад

Hi Paul. Is your e-book downloadable once purchased or is it only viewable on your site?

@ScannerDanner 7 месяцев назад

Website only but it is accessible from all your devices. I also maintain a database of all of my customers to make sure you always have access, even with a platform or hosting company change. We had one in May of 2023 and I made sure that over 12,000 people got moved over to the new site.

@Madmok128 Год назад

This thing will not connect to my tacoma. Initially it says it connects but when I choose intelligent diagnostics I select the correct model etc and when I try to view health status or anything it says it cant connect

@ScannerDanner Год назад

What's wrong with the truck? Have you considered it may be a network fault and you have a no com because of that?

@opengnosis8555 8 месяцев назад

I bought the Autel ms906 with all the adapters. However even with the adapters, the scanner will not read anything before 1996 obd2! I have a 1990 obd1 Gm c1500 truck. How can I make it work to use this bidirectional scanner to do what I bought it for. Any advice will help since AUTEL basically just told me I am screwed. Please help!

@isalmankhan1 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing SD, Love your work😍 Stay Safe & Blessed Guy's❤

@nedunonnyp704 2 года назад

The Website is Pretty Vague on Features.... No Info on whether it does ECU/Module Coding. How Many Special Functions it has. How Long does the Updates Last... E.t.c

@angelopatafio8347 2 года назад

Danner your a great person god bless you

@chrsrans1 2 года назад

Thankyou Paul for a very interesting video, do you know if the phoenix does injector coding by any chance, best wishes, Chris.

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

Not sure my friend

@gixxercorona Год назад

Always a joy to watch mr danner 👍🏻🍻

@mikekotarba5828 Год назад

Thanks for the video

@dtandfam8100 2 года назад

Looks promising! Hopefully their tech support, software updates, etc are too‽

@asewamu 2 года назад

I bought the key programmer and they were very responsive helping me with a software issue. Was quite impressed.

@deeeyewhy5949 10 месяцев назад

The top scan Bluetooth dongle has bi directional and it's $80 on Amazon. How does that stack up? Also foxwell makes some scan tablets with bi directional control for 200-300 there just seem to be too many similar options out there and most people want to find the most bang for the buck. HF has Zurich scanners which are basically rebranded Innova but what's the best option under $200? And is the ≤100 top scan a good\pro grade option? Right now I just upgrade from a POS actron orange scanner to the $60 craftsman with live data and battery\charging system testig but I want a bi directional scanner without spending an arm and a leg

@tincankiller6454 2 года назад

Thanks for the video, Paul looking forward to more info on this tool

@LimestoneCoastCustoms 2 года назад

Tell Topdon some one there can't spell "Australia". (look under "Holden") Unfortunately it doesn't do my truck (Australian delivered '99 Holden Suburban) which I believe I need a Tech 2 GM Australian version for. Would that be right?? I just can't find a Bi Directional Scanner for my truck! Good info though!

@tnsd5801 2 года назад

As cool as the topology feature on ALL of these Chinese aftermarket scanners is. They ARE NOT accurate and shouldn't be a key selling point. Not for their price. Trusting the topology feature of these scanners can lead you on a wild goose chase and cost you precious time and money. Remember it is not comparable to OEM topology that in most cases knows the as built equipment. Thus can accurately tell you what equipped modules have a communication fault. These aftermarket scanners just send out a call for communication and tell you who reported back. If no response, it says "Not equipped". That's is not accurate and is miss leading. Not worth the steep price these companies are asking for this half baked feature. No aftermarket scanner is comparable to OEM and no aftermarket does everything well. Know their strengths and weaknesses. They are cheaper than OEM for a reason.

@BeatBoxGarage 4 месяца назад

Can you activate hvac controls such as blend doors or mode door actuator with this ?

@ScannerDanner 4 месяца назад

Yes sir

@AntonioClaudioMichael 2 года назад

This TopDon Phoenix Elite reminds Me of My Launch x431 Pros Mini @ScannerDanner

@90_rooster14 2 года назад

Looking forward to see you work a problem with the tool

@rosewd2 2 года назад

I don't believe that benz 38 pin adapter will work on the 02 w210 chassis benz. You'll need a foxwell multiplex adapter as all the data come thru on a single pin and has to be put on the obdii Scann tool connector. My autel scans the w210 thru the obd2 port then when it hits 100% complete it tell me oh you need to hook into the 38pin connector. Of course it doesnt say you need the multiplexer to do that. After 05 I think all the data was available on the obd2 port.

@petrocksgarage 2 года назад

That user interface looks a lot like Launch Gear Scan Plus UI, but blue instead of red. I wonder if one is just a rebranded version of the other?

@ScannerDanner 2 года назад

I've heard the x431 is the same platform

@mostlymoparih5682 Год назад

What did I tell ya about plugging in cables in the storage port? Ta not to! Good stuff Professor. Happy Motoring.

@Mr2004MCSS 2 года назад

Nice video. I have the Thinktool Pros which is another tool that uses Launch software like the Topdon and it works very well so far for the things I've used it for. It's the same one that Ivan with Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics uses and his videos of it inspired me to buy one.

@SuperJoes70 2 года назад

Yes I was thinking of getting the Thinkcar Pros also just like the way the format is laid out and Ivan is a great asset to the tech and the DY! do you have the 8 or the 10 inch screen thanks

@Mr2004MCSS 2 года назад

@@SuperJoes70 I have the 10" screen Pros. The 8" screen one is the Pro and doesn't have as much memory as the Pros and it might not have the topology map like the Pros does. If you can swing it I would get the Pros version.

@SuperJoes70 2 года назад

@@Mr2004MCSS what do you mean by Topology map ? Could you explain thanks

@Mr2004MCSS 2 года назад

@@SuperJoes70 If you watch Ivan use his Pros, you will see when he does a scan and it shows all of the modules being scanned and they turn green if there are no issues, red if there are, and grey if the module is not talking or not supported. That is the topology tree which is the word I should have used instead of map.

@SuperJoes70 2 года назад

@@Mr2004MCSS thanks now I know what your talking about how’s tech support with your tool

@205386 8 месяцев назад

I've got the topdon Proscan. Under $100 and it looks very similar with bidirectional control. So far like it for the price

@brucegill4218 2 года назад

Paul you're talking about new scanners I'm looking to get a foxwell NT 809 full diagnostic scanner go and check it out it's pretty awesome looking it's not bad price either well compared to some of them oh yeah I seen that your premium channel is not on RU-vid anymoreoh yeah I seen that other video of you unboxing that scan tool what happened you look like you were having problems it's okay like I said there's a lot of scan tools out there nobody expects you to know all of them you know quite a bit about a lot of them so it is what it is talk to you later

@rstiekema 2 года назад

I wouldn’t call this a budget tool, in my country 1250 euro excl VAT, so over 1500 euro’s including. And no option to fill in your code…

@WizzRacing 2 года назад

Still love the Autel MaxiPRO MP808BT.. Best bang for the buck at $780.00...And I know I get the updates for under $125.00 a year. And Autel runs sales on them... Which I'm waiting for...

@robertpope3619 2 года назад

Wow, I wish I would have seen this video before purchasing my Autel MS996BT. Not taking anything away from the Autel I have but I could've saved a lot of money.

@deeeyewhy5949 2 года назад

What do you think about the foxwell nt680 or nt710? Or the blue point eecr3a ? Looking for something inexpensive that has live data capabilities

@jenetwise9136 Год назад

It is a compatible for 2003 CL500 Mercedes that has ABC active body control do it do rodeo in calibration

@tomclark3592 2 года назад

I bought the Launch x431 pro3+ recently and I am constantly trying to understand it so that I can use it to it's full potential. The problem with any of these scanners is that none of them have good instructions. Not even online. Other than already knowing everything there is to know about scanner's, does anyone know where to find good instruction on how to get the most out of these scanners?

@markmills344 2 года назад

Thanks for this video!

@steavfcongdon 11 месяцев назад

I love your straight up honesty when you, like me, mess up. I would have done the same thing and started playing with the connections. And probably broken that little connector.

@CarlosLopez-tl9cd Год назад

Hey Danner trying to find out this same scanner that you review on this video but when I typed it in on Amazon and on eBay another bigger model comes up did they don’t make this scanner anymore ??