Automotive code reader....best brand?

[randytrish]

I'm looking at replacing a Actron AutoScanner CP9575 which is about 3 years old with a newer and quicker version. This doesn't read ABS or Transmission codes. When I start looking it seems overwhelming. I'd like to have recommendations on a good brand and I can follow up from there.
Thanks in advance,
Randy

 

[skyactiv]

If your the least bit tech savy, a Bluetooth OBDII Scan Tool from Amazon paired to an Android smartphone or tablet with a cheap app works very well.

https://www.amazon.com/BAFX-Products-34t...=obd+ii+scanner

 

[SHOZ]

Foxwell makes scanners that connect the ABS and other systems in cars.

 

[Merkava_4]

I like the Innova brand. They sent me a free replacement battery cover which I thought was very nice of them.

 

[JimPghPA]

Saved for future reference.

 

[crazyoildude]

Are you looking to spend $50.00 or $5000.00 ???
That is the real question

 

[randytrish]

Not 5k.

I'm in the used car business and need one to do a quick scan, not worried about resetting or monitoring. My actron will monitor. My partner has an actron that will check trans and abs codes but is very slow.

 

[michaelluscher]

Do you have an Android phone, and or a Windows PC with Bluetooth?

OBDLink MX paired with some excellent apps will do many things for you, at a reasonable price

$99 on Amazon

 

[Trav]

Best $180 you will ever spend. I have had Innova for years as a supplement to a full feature scanner(s) and they are durable and reliable as it gets and this series is the best yet. I don't use the full feature ones as much anymore this does most of what I need outside of manufacturer specific and bidirectional stuff.

https://www.amazon.com/Innova-31603-CarS...ds=Innova+31603

 

[zzyzzx]

I have an Actron scanner. One of the more expensive ones that also does ABS. I get good use out of it and I do recommend it.

 

[bowlofturtle]

Originally Posted By: Trav
Best $180 you will ever spend. I have had Innova for years as a supplement to a full feature scanner(s) and they are durable and reliable as it gets and this series is the best yet. I don't use the full feature ones as much anymore this does most of what I need outside of manufacturer specific and bidirectional stuff.

https://www.amazon.com/Innova-31603-CarS...ds=Innova+31603


Any chance you use this with nissan/infiniti SRS? Autel AL619 or MD802 is what i'm looking at right now, it does what i need but china based updates. Innova is least here in the US, least i think it is.

 

[Trav]

It does and now you can get a free upgrade.

http://pro.innova.com/Shop/PurchaseUpgradeCodes/?productId=T31603&support=0