Scan tool shootout! Autologic Drive Pro vs Autoland iSCAN vs Topdon Phoenix Plus vs Autel IM608 

Autologic is the only American scan tool shown it looks like.

Wich IA more confortable too work

Yes I love my topdon phoenix plus

Does it do biderictional immobilizer programming tpms and ecu coding programming?

Thank you Mario

Oh for sure, they all have gaps. I have several programmers and all but decided not to put all that in my videos. They're more heard towards the diag techs. I will argue that the im608 is a VERY strong diag scanner

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics I use my im608 for diagnostics all the time. I really like it. But I use it mainly for locksmith stuff, computer programming and to help me do a diagnostic if there is an issue not allowing me to program a key. Sometimes if the car doesn’t start to help out my customer I will run a diagnostic.

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics The im608 is not Autel’s strongest diag scanner. That title goes to Maxysys Ultra. However, all these makers make sure they keep just one or two vital features missing, so they don’t shoot their other tools in the foot. Autel for example im608 is very strong for immo, but just above average on diagnostic. Maxisys Ultra has oscilloscopes and meter stuff built into the Vci and diagrams and networked module display, etc. it can do basic key programming. I have the Launch as well (topdon, thinktool, Maximus, etc). Launch tools have good power behind them, however, you have to figure things out for yourself. It’s not super user friendly. But I like it bcuz I CAN figure out how to do almost every thing. Also, Launch tools gain access to Mercedes servers and can get the scn info, which makes them super valuable for the price. You can do 6/7 Mercedes transmission programming jobs and make the total cost of the Launch. Also, with vpn it can program and with immo prog it can do immo stuff. Best value. Any of these tools that have “factory interface” built in, try to program a Chrysler. It will need to become a WiPod, which I avoid lol

You spend all these fcking money for bullshit half ass performance on these tools , no problem collecting the cash And updates but you getting screwed and the costumer We live in the world on half ass screwups piping your money

Agreed and now the car companies are starting subscription payment BS as well....evil 😈 💩

Might be a long time before i can show that since we specialize in European vehicles here

That's exactly right, they did not mention it beforehand, everyone i know that owns an autologic found out after the fact. Hopefully they change that, but I'm not holding my breath on that one. Thanks Corey!

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics I'm trying to be nice here but.......we have mutual friends that work for the company and that was the only reason I even considered the tool in the first place. The $300 monthly subscription cost was solely for updates, warranty and tech support. Thats what they told everyone. Until recently, that was the case. Then someone changed the rules after the fact and a lot of people are 😡 upset. Anyway, I'm gonna go play with my new IM909 from Mr Isaac. 👋

There really should be a feedback option after sessions are over. I've had great interactions, but also very poor ones. Iscan is truly making a name for themselves

was he a real fast talker?

Launch = topdon. No? Doing different stuff?

How’s it working for you? I get mine today.

Yeh great still. Used it again yesterday on the daughters Suzuki Swift. Diagnosis, graphing and clearing codes is easy as.

Dang. It's like 750 here on eBay in the US.

I did all that to no avail

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics when I set mine up by that video, I could not get it to work so there was 3 choices like smtp server ect, and it worked on the 2nd choice and not smtp. Hope this helps

It has its place, there are plenty of aftermarket tools that can do what the factory scan tool cannot. Point being, never depend on just one tool, even if it's the factory scan tool

@@LynxStarAuto you can still use them up to 2010 2011

I definitely should!

Never used it before

Thanks. I've never tried using the iscan for Chrysler. I use the factory tool and many times you can configure a used module. But sometimes it requires eeprom work

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics THANK YOU FOR THE INFO APPRECIATE IT

I've only used it once, so i couldn't speak on it

I've only needed to use sdd twice. We don't get as many newer jlr as we do all the other vehicles. If it's what you specialize in, definitely go with pathfinder. Eventually they all will be cloud based software, that's where we're headed

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics Thank you for the fast reply. Apparently they will be going Clowd in April according to my friends at the local dealership (my former employer) when I was still working there the Clowd was meant to being brought in but there was way to many glitches…! Jlr go figure! Do you think the Autel Jbox would work with pathfinder as it’s DIOP protocol but the Autel jbox has an adapter for Ethernet cable……? 🤔

@@billytremoloband7456 i haven't looked into it, unfortunately i couldn't say

@@LynxStarAuto Thank you so much for the information, the plan is to as good as specialise at JLR’s to put my few years I spent working for them to good use! Plus I figure most mechanics won’t touch them and I don’t mind working on them so charge accordingly to repair them …! Local dealership are charging 160€ plus tax per hour so 80€ per hour ish sounds reasonable and also much better than only getting paid 19.50€ per hour at the dealership …..!

I'll have to give that another try because they've tried before and it didn't work. The ultra will not have key capabilities

I have ultra and im608 pro , they are different , ultra is good for diagnosing, and im608 good for immobilizes

D8 - cheapest on market with topology. I saw it for 400 usd in sale from Ali

I work on euros. Snap on is weak on euros

The lite 2 is very strong

That works with iscan over Sod

Only the autologic will prevent you from using it at all if you don't sign in via WiFi. Online functions will be limited from the autel Online functions will be limited from the iscan The Topdon will function completely without WiFi

Wow. Thank you for your prompt response and confirmation. That was quick ! Paul Danner recommended you. I’m staying subbed. Looking forward to watching past vids.

@@GMAN420BC no prob! Thanks for the sub! Hope you enjoy!

Ended figuring it out via autel support

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics Ah sweet, to be fair it’s a very handy feature to be able to email faults, another handy thing to get if you don’t already have one is the newer generation battery testers that also allow to send results via message/email plus there cheaper than the ones with the paper roll on them! Almost 100€ cheaper over this side of the Atlantic!

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics Note to self : watch more super Mario vids ! Your literally a fountain of knowledge and a great help to someone working for themselves and also getting stuck with some right random diag issues !

Why not use it? It also has the diagnostic section built into it It's also a strong locksmith tool as well

No, at each respective oe website

And you go to the oe websites threw the scanner?

Techstream is only good with Toyota and Lexus. These scan tools work on a broader range of vehicles

The Topdon is the least expensive

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics thanks 👍

I've never used gmail. I may have no other choice at this point

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics Gmail works on all my Autel tools. Getting around the 2 Factor Auth took me awhile to figure out but once you know it's simple

@@ssrbob did it today. Thanks Bob, i should've done this a long time ago. Not long ago the pclink was hit or miss, but recently is been completely useless. Thanks!

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics I'm glad you got gmail working. My pc link is hit or miss too. Sometimes it works just fine and other times not.

I just got the max, it's in my newer videos. And yes, i think it would

Sure, if i owned one I'd have it in the video. I still think the im608 is a stronger tool