Watch this before you buy a scanner in 2024. 

I really like the TopScan, but if you’re looking for a budget friendly tool without the subscription hassle, I have a review coming on Thursday (June 13) you might like.

9​@@ToolDemos

That’s awesome! I’m glad they’re helpful.

Doesn't seem worth it if you work on more than 2 different makes of care, when you can get a xtools anyscan a30m with everything except the coding features with no subscription, or just upgrade to the x7 and have all the features for $10 more a year

Glad it was helpful.

Thanks Chad, this was a little bit out of my comfort zone. I was trying to make it less boring but I was worried it was a little weird.

​@@ToolDemosnot weird at all

Glad it was helpful!

Awesome

Glad it was helpful, I appreciate ya.

At WalMart. Made in USA, Hyper Tough brand. They put ‘em next to the oil.

I appreciate that. Good ear, I’ve done several TTS videos.

You’re always appreciated, Tony. I agree, these capabilities on an affordable tool were unheard of 10 years ago.

I have a 2010 Honda Accord EXL V6, would the thinkdiag 2 work good with capabilities like live data info, active testing and everything else...etc?

Which scan tool is better in your opinion, Thinkdiag 2 or Xtool A30M?

Thanks

To answer your question about which I like better, the ThinkDiag or the Xtool - I have to tell you what I don’t like about the Xtool. First: they have an interesting subscription idea where you can just buy the cars that you want, but nowhere on their website or on Amazon or on the App Store does it tell you what the subscription prices are. It’s always been my thought that when a company won’t tell you the price or it’s very hard to find, you’re usually not going to like it. Second: check out the App Store and look at the ratings on the app. They are terrible. It seems like that tool is very buggy. It would be very frustrating to use. Hope that helps.

I checked out the ratings n it wasnt really good, maybe a few were ok but overall negative feedback. Thank You!!!👍

No, sorry. This one only goes back to 2014 on the Cherokee. Grand Cherokee back to the ‘90’s.

The ThinkDiag 2 will do the airmatic recalibration.

Thank you for your help !!! I really appreciate it!! 🤙😎

The ThinkDiag2 will give you live data from both of those modules.

Thanks, I’m always glad to see you.

💯I agree, no pro should be without those features.

What’s a good option for a beginner who wants the ability to work on all types of cars?

Protool master license incredible value. Caution if you don't know what you're doing, stay out of expert mode, and you might need to learn a little German.

Yes, it does. Pretty cool idea.

Unless it doesn't work on your car, which you won't know until you've bought and installed it all, as there is no demo.

I agree. As long as your car is before 2019/2020. Autel doesn't seem like they will support newer cars. Also it's great for 1 brand, adding more brands is more $$ annually. I got my AP200 for $39. Paid for itself after one EPB change.

Know what cars this works on?

@@TheDajoca wrong, you can contact Autel and check prior to buying it. Free tip, try not to comment on things that you know nothing about.

I’m looking into getting some to test. For now, the most popular is Autel MK808

I like the Xtool A30M. I have the Thinkdiag 2 and the Topscan Pro as well. They all seem pretty comparable in function but the Xtool has lifetime updates. It costs about $175, which is more expensive than the other two, until you have to purchase an update in a year. If you do not buy the update the tool will not do anything. They won't even read codes.

Autel and Launch are the brands to look for. I actually got my hands on the latest ‘no compromise’ Launch. Great tool, especially like to topology map. I reviewed it recently: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kl2ykgsJC1k.htmlsi=iRi6Kc-wvTk2VIf6

You would be able to do more, yes. But, you gotta pay thousands to get that.

Yup. Great feature!

This tool can read 9 modules and has the ability to bi-directionally test 7 on that CLK. Looks like a couple dozen special functions too. Haven’t tried the innova yet, but I might before the end of the year.

@@ToolDemos Thanks, much appreciated!

It’ll do what you need with the Nissan SRS, but not the key fobs in your van.

It lists Ford North America, Europe, and Australia. I couldn’t get the Australia list to work, but European Ford coverage does have Falcon up to 2014.

@@ToolDemos legend thanks

It can do some coding and recalibrations but no programming.

The "iLink 400 vivent" is $156 brand new and works great for doing crank shaft relearn procedure on the GM vehicles.

Right. Assuming you do need to reprogram it, that must be done with a J2534 passthrough device and access to Toyota Techstream.

I really like the Launch Toyota scanner. If you only want it for that, give it a try: amzn.to/3OyROGf

It has an all keys lost special function for Civics, but I couldn’t specify the model year.

Thanks for the response ​@@ToolDemos

No. It can’t do immobilizer programming for that car. The closest it can do is remote fob registering.

The ThinkDiag 2 has so many pages of functions for your Audi, it’s crazy. More than I’ve seen for any car. It’s gotta be enough to scan for Adblue faults.

Yes it does, including bi-directional control of PCM, ABS, and TCM

I checked a 2018 E class. It has Xenon lights coding. For a 2018 BMW 5 series it has a function called ‘reset starter lock’ could be that? And also has fuel pump data and active tests.

Yes I have 2018 Mercedes cla250 I changed headlight now module needs coding from what it looks like it stays on no signals no high beam . And wired noise from headlight motor

@@ToolDemoshey and I also need to know if it will scan a 2023 Nissan pathfinder

@@33hilaae weird.

@@33hilaae yes, it has pages of functions for 2023 Pathfinder

For the ThinkDiag 2, I use an Apple iPad Air (4th gen)

Using a scanner for me is just easier. The drain pan that I have always has oil another fluids kind of sitting at the bottom. I don’t feel like cleaning it out so I can get a proper measurement.

FCA (Dodge) products are some of the more difficult ones to work with. They require you to use authorization to get past a central gateway in your car’s network. To do that, you have to have a subscription to Autoauth that will provide you with a password. Then you need a scan tool that will work with Autoauth. There are many that claim they can do it, but I only currently trust Autel and Launch scanners for that.

I just checked for the Lancer CS and CT for 2011 there are tons of active tests and live data for that car.

​@@ToolDemosThanks for your response ☺️👍

They offered to send me one, I might review it soon.

Yup Range Rover Sport 2005-2022

I like the ‘hybrid’ description, but maybe for an intermediate (between 2 and 3). I say that, because I’ve been testing one that you’ll get to see in the next video. June 10th.

The ThinkDiag 2 will cover Honda (and most other makes). If you want a Honda only tool, no subscriptions, I recommend the Launch. Here’s a link: amzn.to/3HihToX

@@ToolDemos Thank you! Much appreciated!

​@@ToolDemos I bought the Honda X431 Elite. It was a few dollars less than the Thinkdiag. Has lifetime free updates, and $45 to add another manufacturer. The device is a tad slow, but for home use it's fine. Definitely has a lot of capabilities. I've already done a couple new keys that only cost $50 including the keys and cutting, so like you stated it was with it just for that. With a couple of software changes, the device could be a lot faster and user friendly.

Yes, you’ll see that next week on this channel.

It’s called the THINKDIAG 2.

Yes. They stay in memory until you erase them.

@@ToolDemos Thanks

It has coverage for 8 Prius sub-models from 2001-2024.

@@ToolDemos Oh, thanks. Question; does it analyse the traction battery cells too? (if you know). And I have a parasitic draw on the 12 volt battery too. Could it identify that???

@@alext8828 it can read live data and trouble codes and do active testing on the HVB. As far as draw testing goes, that’s not typically done with a scanner.

As long as it saves the 350 key charge the 150 tow charge to the dealer and the 100 over charge as they bend you over, I'll take the key that turns the engine over! No other scan tool gives you that huge key saving$$$.

Same

If you can find a D8 for $400, I’d say jump on that deal!

That’s right. It is time based, not usage based. Also, even older models get shut off when the subscription expires.

@@ToolDemos guess I'm not interested in one then. Most DIY that work on their own vehicle needs usage based. Ridiculous the scams they pull after you already paid a premium for the device because of the software

@@ToolDemos you think you could make a video comparing the best you've tried that have no recurring subscriptions required to continue using them? You'd think be a lot of diyers that work on their own car when it's down that would be interested. Thanks for the videos

@@jackle842000 thanks, and yes I’ve thought about it. I think I found a tool that fits that description. If I like it, you’ll see it before the end of the year.

@@ToolDemos that's good, needing to order one this week though. Would you mind telling me which one it is you're testing so I can add it to my options to consider? So far I've only found a Toyota specific launch but rather pay more and use on my other cars too. I got a bluedriver without looking into anything because all those raving reviews claiming it does so much. It didn't do much at all to me. I was hoping to be able to program an extra key and other functions but at a min read the transmission temp to be able to accurately change my fluid in the 2018 Camry. Bluedriver can't even read transmission temp on the car. They're offering to return it I think but I'm nervous. They contacted me based on my Google Play review and wondering how I'll know for sure I'm getting my $ back. I get nervous cause so many scammers these days.

Great point.

I know what you mean. Tomorrow, I’ll have a video up you’ll probably like.

No, I my opinion, you just need more patience! I notice on your subscription and channel - you haven't bothered your arse to make any videos to help ANYONE! Oh yeah - you ARE that selfish generation everyone talks about! Kindly keep your opinion to yourself, if its as un palatable as your avatar! Ta da!

I might ALSO add, just for the boneheads out there - seeing someone actually USE the tools in different operational circumstances, is ADDED learning! I'm sure you wouldn't subscribe to the "Every day is a school day " mantra, so probably not for you though!

so mean. man, humans just keep getting worse and worse.

I’m working on finding a unit that doesn’t do that AND is less than $500. You’ll see that coming soon.

What du you man?

He has a decent jack AND jack stand both holding the vehicle up, think he’s good.

@@ZeroAlligator 👍Remember Murphy’s Law.

@@Michael-yi4mc totally agree with being safety conscious, but there is a point where you need to accept a level of risk in life. I think the risk here is acceptable, ymmv.