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

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  • Опубликовано: 18 мар 2022
  • Link to part 2 (field testing follow up) • Best (so far) BUDGET B...
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  • @ScannerDanner
    @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +12

    Link to part 2 (field testing follow up) ruclips.net/video/MRE7jKXlwco/видео.html

    • @bobgamble405
      @bobgamble405 Год назад +2

      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
      @ScannerDanner  Год назад +1

      @@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
      @charlesleake930 Год 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
      @JFKALLDAY Год назад +1

      @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....

  • @Madmok128
    @Madmok128 9 месяцев назад +22

    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
      @ScannerDanner  9 месяцев назад +2

      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
      @josephnavarro3620 6 месяцев назад +2

      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_
      @giantkilla_ 4 месяца назад

      ​@@josephnavarro3620😂😂😂

    • @Aaron_Voltz
      @Aaron_Voltz Месяц назад

      A 13' Toyota needs work done 😱😱😱

    • @FragBenitez
      @FragBenitez Месяц назад

      ​@@josephnavarro3620 lol

  • @graywaveautodiagnostics9389
    @graywaveautodiagnostics9389 2 года назад +4

    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!

  • @watchforstars1
    @watchforstars1 Год назад +8

    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
      @ScannerDanner  Год назад +1

      Awesome! Great to hear and thank you for sharing!

  • @steavfcongdon
    @steavfcongdon 8 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.

  • @InfiniteBrain
    @InfiniteBrain Год назад +2

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

  • @singularautomotive3542
    @singularautomotive3542 2 года назад +38

    Best automotive electrical channel on RUclips 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
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +5

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

    • @singularautomotive3542
      @singularautomotive3542 2 года назад +3

      @@ScannerDanner True stuff, you're constantly giving away, helping charities, giving discounts, and uploading free videos to RUclips. 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
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +2

      @@singularautomotive3542 sharing this with Caleb now

    • @ss1114
      @ss1114 6 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.

  • @robertmedina6875
    @robertmedina6875 2 года назад

    Definitely looking forward to future videos! My late Grandmother loved St.Jude and we do too! 💕

  • @stevenayala2324
    @stevenayala2324 2 года назад +3

    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

  • @gregoryfairchild2460
    @gregoryfairchild2460 2 года назад

    Love what I'm seeing!
    Capture is so important.
    My Ethos Pro is about 8 years old now, tho I won't get rid of it yet, I'm looking at this seriously as another tool.

  • @35806willnala
    @35806willnala Год назад

    Thank you for your teaching spirit and patience in helping educate your viewers. I thoroughly enjoy your content and I’m a ScannerDanner follower and ‘disciple’

  • @jjones9290
    @jjones9290 2 года назад +1

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

  • @jamesrossmotors
    @jamesrossmotors 2 года назад +9

    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
      @geirtoresimonsen8729 2 года назад +3

      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
      @pantelis241 11 месяцев назад

      What are the pids ?😮

  • @s31ACE1252
    @s31ACE1252 2 года назад +4

    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.

  • @jakemartin4305
    @jakemartin4305 2 года назад +1

    Been turning wrenches for almost 12 years and ive worked some cheap shops that would refuse to buy good scan tools nice to see there a new option thats affordable cant wait for the next vid see that scanner in action 👏👍

  • @isalmankhan1
    @isalmankhan1 2 года назад

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

  • @johnkauffman1191
    @johnkauffman1191 8 месяцев назад +1

    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.

  • @garyfetting9043
    @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.

  • @gottahavegoalsset
    @gottahavegoalsset 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks for helping others with your code.

  • @candicebeebe6688
    @candicebeebe6688 2 года назад

    Thank you so much. I need some scanner's for my used car techs. We end up with everything.

  • @stevenayala2324
    @stevenayala2324 Год назад

    thank you Paul i just got a Phoenix lite 2 and i cant wait to use it i know it has to be better then my other scanner cause it has bi dictionaries i needed this for so long thanks again !

  • @bigdredre3725
    @bigdredre3725 2 года назад +1

    Yes the extension cable is paramount for keeping your dongle

  • @kimokahikolekalihi
    @kimokahikolekalihi 2 года назад +1

    Ordered one! Can't wait to use it.

  • @JAYJAYJAY53
    @JAYJAYJAY53 Год назад

    I have this unit that unit but it is called X431 PRO I . As a diy this is a great tool . You should glance at the directions sometimes. I love how it chirps if you leave the dongle. But this upgraded unit seems better. Maybe I can upgrade

  • @90_rooster14
    @90_rooster14 2 года назад

    Looking forward to see you work a problem with the tool

  • @tincankiller6454
    @tincankiller6454 2 года назад

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

  • @simonparkinson1053
    @simonparkinson1053 2 года назад +3

    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.

  • @caseyanderson1297
    @caseyanderson1297 11 месяцев назад

    awesome video brother, I have a 08 silverado. so I was stoked to see that you have the same truck.

  • @ProblemChild-xk7ix
    @ProblemChild-xk7ix 2 года назад +3

    Love your choice of charity!
    Thank you

  • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
    @InsideOfMyOwnMind 2 года назад +3

    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
      @x01e Год назад

      It does now with a software update

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind Год назад

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

  • @ag1auto588
    @ag1auto588 2 года назад

    Alright Paul awesome tool!! Plus all your funny statements very entertaining...

  • @tigerksewsankar7667
    @tigerksewsankar7667 2 года назад

    SD is forever the greatest thank you and your son great info.

  • @unknownsoldier256
    @unknownsoldier256 2 года назад

    Thinkcar, thinktool, launch are all basically the exact same platform and adapters. Ive been using launch for years and it seems the think tools do a little more. Ive seen thinkcar platinum having ld and hd capabilities and cables right from the box and also network topography. That makes me drool a little. I believe it has been discussed before in TTG.

  • @djosbun
    @djosbun 2 года назад +7

    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
      @Auto-Tech 2 года назад +1

      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
      @shepherdguy 2 года назад +1

      @@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
      @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.

  • @gixxercorona
    @gixxercorona 9 месяцев назад

    Always a joy to watch mr danner 👍🏻🍻

  • @jmadden805
    @jmadden805 2 года назад +1

    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
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +1

      Did I have it wrong in the description?

  • @ScannerDanner
    @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +5

    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

  • @OlTrailDog
    @OlTrailDog 5 месяцев назад

    Best unboxing ever. I despise unboxing videos and this was so right on hilarious.

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  5 месяцев назад +1

      I don't like to do them either, thought I'd bring something real to one. Thanks!

  • @averydomingue4638
    @averydomingue4638 Год назад +2

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

    • @JFKALLDAY
      @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

  • @The_Redkween
    @The_Redkween 2 года назад +7

    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
      @mxpants4884 2 года назад

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

    • @CBtheMechanic_
      @CBtheMechanic_ 2 года назад

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

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 2 года назад +1

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

  • @AntonioClaudioMichael
    @AntonioClaudioMichael 2 года назад +1

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

  • @fabricobblegarage9545
    @fabricobblegarage9545 2 года назад +2

    Excited to see it in action, been looking for a tool like this!

  • @sheerwillsurvival2064
    @sheerwillsurvival2064 2 года назад

    I have been waiting for one that could program brake and engine systems on Jeep and Toyota’s may be buying this

  • @gaminguniv3rs
    @gaminguniv3rs 2 года назад +3

    Got the phoenix plus and its worth every penny.

    • @richardsalaverria9363
      @richardsalaverria9363 2 года назад +2

      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+.

  • @angelopatafio8347
    @angelopatafio8347 2 года назад +2

    Danner your a great person god bless you

  • @garyaj1010
    @garyaj1010 2 года назад

    Device seems promising . Would like to see a initial global scan when (gateway module or bcm ) is offline to judge real speed of scan . Background data logging is definite plus . Looking to replace my MS906

  • @mostlymoparih5682
    @mostlymoparih5682 Год назад

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

  • @dynoronixperformanceandtun7501
    @dynoronixperformanceandtun7501 2 года назад +1

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

  • @205386
    @205386 5 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

  • @Friendlyx333
    @Friendlyx333 2 года назад

    Mine arrived today and I have a few thoughts about it so far, both good and mixed. I have yet to hook it up to a vehicle so keep that in mind. This is also my very first scan tool that I've purchased so if the following experience seems like I'm being nitpicky that's probably why. Also be aware that if you get the Phoenix Light it DOES NOT come in a fancy carrying case. I looked on the website, after opening the box just to double check, and the product sheet(which is the exact same link) for both devices shows nothing about a carrying case. My research lead me to believe the difference between the two was that the Light did not include OBD-1 cables/adapters, which I didn't need. I now know that the Light is literally Light-er :) Anyway, on to my first impressions:
    Firstly, it came with 5% charge which I'm pretty sure is the lowest I've ever seen on a brand new battery. I did email them about this because I felt that it was a weird decision on their part.
    Secondly, once I updated the device and got to the point where I could do a diagnosis I needed to register the device to the server, which is fine I get it. Note: Password special characters are limited to "@" and "_" otherwise you can't register, so now I have a new password that I don't use elsewhere. Once I entered my "PRIVATE&CONFIDENTIAL" code it refused to go to the next screen and displayed no error. At this point I'm worried the code wasn't going to work. I force close the app and reopen it to be told to enter my code again to which the same thing happened.. Would not proceed to the final registration screen. Thankfully it didn't force me to redo the first registration screen(account/password/etc.). Nevertheless, I restarted the device and all is well once I reopened the diagnostic app.
    There also doesn't seem to be any haptic feedback(the vibration when you make selections) and yes I have browsed through the LIMITED settings. It does come with chrome installed as well as es file explorer and a few other useful apps. The OS is actually a custom ROM from what I can tell, which I guess is typical for android based scan tools? I know this seemed quite negative but I'm going to push through, and I'm hopeful the diagnostic side will be smooth without any bugs. I've got two vehicles that need some love(money light and poor idle) so I will definitely update this comment once I've actually used the thing for what it's designed for. I'm still excited to put this thing to work and learn some new things about my vehicles.
    If you're reading this @ScannerDanner, thank you for the video review. I used your promo code so I hope that got you something and not just St. Jude's.

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +6

      The promo code is not for me. I make nothing from this one, and I didn't want to. I wanted it all to go to something good. Thanks!

  • @grad0n
    @grad0n 2 года назад +1

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

  • @romanjaspe4172
    @romanjaspe4172 Год назад

    thanks so much for the video paul. Regards

  • @shepherdguy
    @shepherdguy 2 года назад +4

    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
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +2

      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
      @bobdavidson6144 2 года назад +3

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

    • @shepherdguy
      @shepherdguy 2 года назад

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

  • @dtandfam8100
    @dtandfam8100 2 года назад +2

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

    • @asewamu
      @asewamu 2 года назад +1

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

  • @jaimem6172
    @jaimem6172 2 года назад

    Thanks Paul. I need to know what I can or can't get for my money. I haven't decided yet on scope/scan tool. Looks like autel is out. I like snap on but I thinking they're too pricey!.

  • @speedy_pit_stop
    @speedy_pit_stop 2 года назад

    Like a reality unboxing... but still a good review of the product. Thanks

  • @robertpope3619
    @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.

  • @billyyoder8171
    @billyyoder8171 2 года назад

    Thank you Cavemen Danners'. That unboxing was funny. Have a blessed week.

  • @MechanicMindset
    @MechanicMindset 2 года назад +1

    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.

  • @right-handrenown-spear4660
    @right-handrenown-spear4660 2 года назад +1

    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.

  • @gregoryfairchild2460
    @gregoryfairchild2460 2 года назад

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

  • @Mrdubomb
    @Mrdubomb 2 года назад

    Definitely the funniest unboxing ever.

  • @brian2359
    @brian2359 2 года назад +8

    Thanks Paul, this seems like something us home mechanics could use! Understanding it would take a few issues to pay for itself, but sure beats taking it to a shop or the dealer! I would’ve taken it apart as well! Lol. Thank you TopDon for donating the money!

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +2

      Absolutely and then some! You'd be able to do pretty much do anything I'm showing on my scan tools

  • @duanedonaldson2262
    @duanedonaldson2262 2 года назад +14

    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
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +11

      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
      @weldingjunkie 2 года назад +1

      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
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад

      Link to part 2 (field testing follow up) ruclips.net/video/MRE7jKXlwco/видео.html

  • @Me-nq4gz
    @Me-nq4gz 2 года назад

    Lol I believe that vci storage compartment works by pressing it in. It slides in and locks in place. To remove it, you press it again and it will eject.

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад

      Not on this design. Just a little clip that holds it in place

  • @WizzRacing
    @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...

  • @chrsrans1
    @chrsrans1 2 года назад +1

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

  • @markmills344
    @markmills344 2 года назад

    Thanks for this video!

  • @Mr2004MCSS
    @Mr2004MCSS 2 года назад +19

    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
      @SuperJoes70 2 года назад +3

      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
      @Mr2004MCSS 2 года назад +2

      @@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
      @SuperJoes70 2 года назад

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

    • @Mr2004MCSS
      @Mr2004MCSS 2 года назад +2

      @@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
      @SuperJoes70 2 года назад

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

  • @josephnavarro3620
    @josephnavarro3620 6 месяцев назад

    This was really funny 😂😂 thank you!

  • @johnaclark1
    @johnaclark1 2 года назад +1

    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.

  • @IsItTrueThat
    @IsItTrueThat 25 дней назад

    Just got one on Amazon for $55. I was about to pull the trigger on a $500 Autel but saw this video. Just set it up with a Samsung Galaxy and tested on 2011 Ford F-150. A few hiccups to figure out how to get it going but then the info was just like large scanners. I'm happy at this point.

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  25 дней назад

      The one for $55 is not the pro version. The pro is $99 and has immo functions. Not sure what else is missing on the one you bought.

    • @IsItTrueThat
      @IsItTrueThat 25 дней назад

      @@ScannerDanner Dang, I would have spent the extra in a heartbeat. I don't find the pro model on Amazon. It looks like it would also do some tire sensor work. Thanks for pointing out the difference.

  • @kenniefernandez
    @kenniefernandez 2 года назад +3

    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 !!!

  • @tcifusion4497
    @tcifusion4497 2 года назад

    JOB WELL DONE SIR....KEEP IT UP............

  • @trentoncorbet1
    @trentoncorbet1 2 года назад

    Just purchased one of these and am awaiting shipping.. awesome review.. just wanting to know is the difference between the lite version just the extra cables. Cheers

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +1

      Yes sir, just the extra cables and no case

  • @meruconstruction2860
    @meruconstruction2860 2 года назад

    Thats kul though havent got one yet
    Bt i like one
    And can have sales at our country.
    Really its good

  • @mikekotarba5828
    @mikekotarba5828 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the video

  • @scottmarshall6766
    @scottmarshall6766 2 года назад

    FWIW, I have the TOPDON battery tester, and it's surprisingly accurate. This is indeed interesting...
    I'll be watching to see how you feel after using it a bit.. Looking to upgrade from the Launch, if it's not the system you describe, it's got to be a close 2nd. Data is OK for what it is, but it's sooo slow..

  • @deeeyewhy5949
    @deeeyewhy5949 Год 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

  • @undrgroundperformance
    @undrgroundperformance 4 месяца назад

    i need this man. i want to get better. have fun.

  • @bradleycass11
    @bradleycass11 Год назад

    The yellow adapter cable is used on Fiats

  • @christophervanzetta
    @christophervanzetta 2 года назад

    Wondering if they have a windows application to look at the PIDs in there and graph stuff out???

  • @juanzavala4456
    @juanzavala4456 2 года назад

    If anyone has a launch scan tool knows that is what the sofware looks like but is a good price similar to Launch X431 pro tablet

  • @JamesSmith-xs7sr
    @JamesSmith-xs7sr 3 месяца назад

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

  • @billyyoder8171
    @billyyoder8171 2 года назад +1

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

  • @geirtoresimonsen8729
    @geirtoresimonsen8729 2 года назад

    I'd be interested to see if this tool can deactivate and activate SBC brakes on Mercedes. I have a Launch X431 Pro Mini that seems very similar to this and it has the menu option to do it, but the procedure has never been successful when I tried.

  • @nissanzamyadtech.4856
    @nissanzamyadtech.4856 2 года назад +1

    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.

  • @tomclark3592
    @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?

  • @Kevin-wy8kc
    @Kevin-wy8kc 2 года назад

    the extension is for longer/better reception i believe

    • @diymisfit_Mechanic_UDX404
      @diymisfit_Mechanic_UDX404 2 года назад +1

      Comes in handy for when the dongle doesn't fit. The extension can fit in tighter spaces than the dongle. I have one vehicle that my dongle doesn't fit, so I have to use the extension for it.

  • @WastedTalent-
    @WastedTalent- 2 года назад

    Check out the Xtool Anyscan bluetooth scanners. I got one for $130 that does bi-directional. It even works with my 2000 Jeep XJ.

  • @LimestoneCoastCustoms
    @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!

  • @deeeyewhy5949
    @deeeyewhy5949 7 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

  • @molly18239
    @molly18239 2 года назад

    Does the Autel MS996BT do anything that this can't? Like programming keys or anything else?

  • @davidvannorsdall4128
    @davidvannorsdall4128 Год назад

    Nice video thank you

  • @esmithga
    @esmithga Год назад

    DIYer. What scanner can be used to monitor the VCTADVERR PID? Can this Scanner monitor the VVT system, injectors as well do a power balance. 2011 Ford Expedition 5.4 3v with a slight rough idle, no codes, all new Ford timing components - roller followers (New style), lash adjusters, HV melling oil pump and more. Engine runs great and gas mileage is almost like new. 230k miles. Clean as a whistle inside. Mobile One Oil 5/30 now and always use Purolator Boss filters. Idle appears to be a little low too. Thanks...

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  Год назад +1

      I'm not sure about particular data PIDs on a single model year but the entire Topdon line is highly recommend

  • @The_Repair_Shop
    @The_Repair_Shop 2 года назад

    Do you know if the Phoenix does body module level testing, for example a car with keyless smart fob, does this unit check fob presence in the car, and door handle sensor functions? Also does it do seat recalibration? Thanks for the info on this unit!

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад +1

      I know it can talk to most modules on a network. How much function you will have will be different car to car as every other scan tool is

  • @shieldcracker
    @shieldcracker 2 года назад

    I wonder if it the traces can be overlayed. Say for example TPS & AAP both on the same axii.

    • @ScannerDanner
      @ScannerDanner  2 года назад

      They can, I have a video coming up soon on a case study where I'm using it

  • @rick31869
    @rick31869 Год назад

    IM FIXXING TO GET A FOXWELL AUTO MASTER PRO SOON ,WAS WONDERING YOUR INPUT ON THESE LOW TO MID PRICED SCANNERS ?

  • @james684
    @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
      @ScannerDanner  Год назад +1

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