Topdon ArtiDiag800BT In-Depth Honest Review

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

As a professional automotive mechanic I do a hands on review of a Topdon 800BT scan tool, it is very capable and comparable with the OEM scan tools but it's a budget price. Historically this scan tool would be much more expensive for it's capabilities.
In this video I give an impartial review of the Topdon Artidiag800BT after 4 months of use daily in a professional workshop.
I got sent this scan tool free of charge with no obligations to give a good review, this is my honest feedback based on using this tool and comparing with other previous scan tools I used over the past 15 plus years.
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**Here's the product link**
The original price of the AD800BT is AU $549. For a limited time viewers can enjoy the discounted price through this link: www.ebay.com.au/itm/353492238905?mkevt=1&mkcid=2&mkrid=7111648024041847&keyword=AU_youtube_AD800BT1 .
The promotion will only work for a limited timeframe.
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Disclaimer:
GerardBurke is a qualified motor technician who has completed modules & courses in manual handling and all aspects of workshop safety. These videos are not intended to be used by anyone who is not trained and or qualified to carry them out.
Due to factors beyond the control of GerardBurke, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. GerardBurke assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. GerardBurke recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of GerardBurke, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not GerardBurke.
Link to video where this tool is used to program keys kzread.info/dash/bejne/nYRpq7ayg7WumNI.html
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  • @8JLZ8
    @8JLZ8 Жыл бұрын

    To find something that will work for my honda, acura, 2 vw's, 2 ford trucks AND a bmw for this price with all of these capabilities is just awesome. Im sold! Thanks for the review it was super helpful

  • @aerial558
    @aerial5584 ай бұрын

    Many thanks for sharing your experience and professional knowledge as I am just average driver sick and tired when buying a car privately and needing to check if there is any issues it gives me peace of mind.

  • @blueharris9971
    @blueharris99718 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the excellent review . I was a bit sceptic about purchasing this device but after watching this video i am defenitly going to get it ..

  • @vincentdorsett2516
    @vincentdorsett2516 Жыл бұрын

    Shout out Ireland!! I was there in September 2022 for two weeks and I loved everyday of it!

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    🇮🇪

  • @randomthingschannel2692

    @randomthingschannel2692

    Жыл бұрын

    You must go again for the NW200 race week!

  • @rsbharley4766
    @rsbharley4766 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent review, thanks for taking the time to share. Now just have to find out if it will work on 04 wrx - 06 sti Au models. Cheers

  • @Dan-ro1wr
    @Dan-ro1wr Жыл бұрын

    I’ve just purchased one and I think TopDon have listened to your comment about the memory only being 16gb because they have upgraded it to 32gb now. 👍🏼 Nice review Mate.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the update, fantastic to hear they have expanded the memory to 32gb, a very good decision

  • @tonyhull5539
    @tonyhull55398 ай бұрын

    Thank you for a great review. I am now about to buy one.

  • @mikevandenboom5958
    @mikevandenboom5958 Жыл бұрын

    Good thorough review thanks. I have ordered one

  • @Webberdock
    @Webberdock7 ай бұрын

    this is the best review of this product. Well done man!

  • @aidan9459
    @aidan9459 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Gerald great review I bought one a few months back, great bit of kit for the money 👍

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Aiden. Thanks for the kind words 🙏👌 It's a great bit of kit 💪

  • @simonjones7785
    @simonjones7785 Жыл бұрын

    thanks for a pretty comprehensive rexiew just what I needed on this machine / I have several older units as I used tyo run a diagnostic center . I am at present purchasing a auto com 909 maxipro but I will b e getting a top don for my apprentice

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage
    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage Жыл бұрын

    One thing I forgot to mention is you can send vehicle reports by email or bluetooth, I use this feature and it is very useful, another nice touch by Topdon. 👇 **Here's the product link** The original price of the AD800BT is AU $549. For a limited time viewers can enjoy the discounted price of AU $456.99 through this link: www.ebay.com.au/itm/353492238905?mkevt=1&mkcid=2&mkrid=7111648024041847&keyword=AU_youtube_AD800BT1 . The promotion will only work until September 21st. ☝ **Disclaimer** I do NOT get anything from the purchase of any Topdon products, I just wanted to make sure there was a discounted code available to my viewers. As always I appreciate you all 🙏🙏 Thanks for watching 🙌

  • @Emtbwebb
    @Emtbwebb6 ай бұрын

    I love these videos and i hope it helps a lot of people, and hope it closes down a lot of garages that rip people off for a living 👏🏼🙏🏼🔥

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🙏🙏

  • @gemmanaughton3693
    @gemmanaughton3693 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, thanks Gerard🌟

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏🙏❤️❤️

  • @kentborges5114
    @kentborges5114 Жыл бұрын

    THANKS GERALD !

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    👌👍

  • @colinreid7305
    @colinreid7305 Жыл бұрын

    A very detailed and well presented review

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Colin 🙏🙏 Much appreciated

  • @johnspark8095
    @johnspark8095 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, thanks.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you John

  • @fadikhateeb
    @fadikhateeb Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for helping

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    🙏🙏👌

  • @patkelly7999
    @patkelly7999 Жыл бұрын

    Great review and advice Gerard, seems to be a well capable tool for its size and price, Thank You👌👍🙏🙂

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Pat, It is a very good option for people to consider, it's good to see such value for money in the market now. Gone are the days of spending thousands for a basic enough unit 😁

  • @fizzybubbelech
    @fizzybubbelech Жыл бұрын

    Hey, thanks for a great review, seems like a v good tool this. What would you recommend as a "next level" tool from this one which would have the same great price/performance ratio?

  • @bobpalmer4740
    @bobpalmer4740 Жыл бұрын

    what bi directional commands will this do? providing the car can do them like evap for the vent and purge valve control and TB idle rest or adjusting? maybe trans controls or at least reading the trans for possible faults.i figure it will do abs bleed and other controls if it can reset thanks

  • @stephenrose8188
    @stephenrose81883 ай бұрын

    Great video Gerard, very informative review. Thinking of buying one of these, price is good at the moment. Can you tell me if it will display on live data the DPF pressure sensor readings at all?

  • @tomkaraitiana6136
    @tomkaraitiana61364 ай бұрын

    Awesome bro

  • @colin5064
    @colin506411 ай бұрын

    Thank you for you honest review, l would primarily need and use this for VW/AUDI TDI fuel injector coding is this tool capable of that? Have you used this tool for VW AUDI TDI injector coding as this is a very common problem on these model vehicles 1.6 and 2.0 litre

  • @691shaun
    @691shaun10 ай бұрын

    Just got one myself can’t wait for it to turn up 👍🏼

  • @proudtexan5513
    @proudtexan5513 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, dude, I bought it!

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Great stuff, may you fix many problems with the Topdon, I use mine pretty much everyday even though we have 20k worth of scan tools at work, the size and ease of use make it my go to for quick checks.

  • @CharlesLease-ei1ee
    @CharlesLease-ei1ee5 ай бұрын

    All my scanners I never take the protective screen cover off. I just leave it on. I don’t have an issue with it when it finally does wear off I just get a new one. I don’t like a screen that’s all scratched up I would rather have the protective covering, scratched up and I can replace it, just like my cell phone I left the protective cover on it until it fell off and I pull it off and get another one and put on it. I don’t care I like it that’s my opinion a lot of people don’t like them but I do.

  • @johnymnemonik6061
    @johnymnemonik6061 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @vRSPagey
    @vRSPagey Жыл бұрын

    Hi mate, I've got this scan tool and want to put an epb in service mode, but I can't seem to find the function, even though it apparently has the feature?

  • @jerryturnbull6041
    @jerryturnbull6041 Жыл бұрын

    Great review, thanks Gerard. Do you know if this unit works for resetting/recoding Nox sensors on Mercedes diesels after replacing faulty Nox sensors ? I have a 2016 C220d.

  • @elviejon84ful

    @elviejon84ful

    5 ай бұрын

    It does

  • @justaregularguy3827
    @justaregularguy3827 Жыл бұрын

    So does this have actually bidirectional control or do I need to pay for it or no I see the art diag Pro an 900 model just came out and they do I'm curious about this

  • @TheWhisky81
    @TheWhisky8110 ай бұрын

    Hi, I noticed when setting the service light everything was in km, then when you manually set it, it did not say if it was in miles or km, can you adjust settings so everything is in miles not km, thanks john.

  • @peterelliott1462
    @peterelliott14626 ай бұрын

    funny during resets (Oil) ,you found it very good ,,Audi, VW , etc ... Fist car I tried on VW Passat ,, no reset ,, very popular car from largest maker ,,it did suggest manual reset

  • @petersomthing9508
    @petersomthing95088 ай бұрын

    Have a Citroen c4 grand picaso mk1, will it reset the pat adhesive tank when you need to refill

  • @oliverbrabec2084
    @oliverbrabec2084 Жыл бұрын

    Have you used the adblue function much?

  • @buddhudd1054
    @buddhudd1054 Жыл бұрын

    Can dpf sooty percentage be viewed ?

  • @tobiassterner5509
    @tobiassterner55098 ай бұрын

    Can you use it to diagnose faultcodes for a dieselheater on a VW Caddy?

  • @steveacab77
    @steveacab77 Жыл бұрын

    Hello bud been following a while what do u recommended the topdon or the autel 808bt or the launch crp 919

  • @adriantoole4601
    @adriantoole460111 ай бұрын

    Hi, do you know if this works the calipers on electric handbrakes like the vw? cheers

  • @WV591
    @WV591 Жыл бұрын

    For the price, this is the best none Bi-directional scanner on the market with 28 services and lifetime updates. just need to delete the cars you will never need and make room for memory. And they have one guy for support. the main and a major drawback that nobody talks about with this ( which I own) and all sub $ 700-800 scanners is, they don't display mains PIDs like fuel trim and O2 sensor info and few other important things under Diagnostics/ data stream. only in OBD you can monitor those.

  • @julieren1236

    @julieren1236

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes I was sent this refrence video to delete the used software to make more space: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nmqOrqacoK-ZgaQ.html quite helpful with this channel

  • @colmkeane7038
    @colmkeane7038 Жыл бұрын

    Great Review Gerard, very thorough explanation. Just wondering, will that scan tool read faults in a Australian toyota 70 series landcruiser with the 4.5 v8 1vd-ftv diesel engine and the 200 series landcruiser with the 4.5 v8 1vd-ftv diesel engine? Thanks in advance :)

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Colm, I appreciate the kind words 🙏🙏 I can't be 100% from memory that I plugged into those exact vehicles over the last 4-5 months but.. It is very likely I have and then to co inside with that, it has never failed to communicate with any Toyota's that I have tried. You can double check with the manufacturer, the link is in the description.

  • @jamesoyet7571

    @jamesoyet7571

    4 ай бұрын

    Great review Gérard, I bought one, and I hope it will make my life easier in the workshop. Thank you, James.

  • @herbsabeast1
    @herbsabeast1 Жыл бұрын

    Does it work for hybrid drivetrains? adas Automated cruise control ext.

  • @GK-qb1fo
    @GK-qb1fo5 ай бұрын

    For the TOPDON AD800BT OBD2 Scanner On Amazon they said it does Mileage Calibration: Copy or write the kilometer value Please can you explain that? . .

  • @neosenseo7219
    @neosenseo7219 Жыл бұрын

    How do you have like a v26.15 update on SAAB for example and mine dont have shit in terms of update? Cant reach more than 10.30 on big brand..Can't even do a DPF regen on my SAAB

  • @michaelpeat4197
    @michaelpeat4197 Жыл бұрын

    Does this do 2023 models and will it upgrade to 2024 models in future as some selling as 2023 models and others 2022

  • @deborahsanchez8109
    @deborahsanchez8109 Жыл бұрын

    Can this do electronic throttle relearns as well can it flash a pcm?

  • @mhawkins1975
    @mhawkins197510 ай бұрын

    I bought one of these, can I turn off keyless entry on my 2011 mondeo please I can’t figure how to do it? Plz

  • @mickbainbridge2233
    @mickbainbridge2233 Жыл бұрын

    Hi will this scan the codes in vauxhalls service vehicle soon please thanks👍

  • @thomasrankin1570
    @thomasrankin1570 Жыл бұрын

    Have you used it for any injection coding on vags or merc ? I’m look at buying one my self 😊

  • @fitogonzalez701
    @fitogonzalez7015 ай бұрын

    Does this scanner work on American Vehicles? The FCA cars like Chrysler/Dodge/ Jeep ?

  • @Marrs6696
    @Marrs66969 ай бұрын

    Can it do adaptive relearn on a TCM for a ford focus?

  • @SlitheryEnd03
    @SlitheryEnd03 Жыл бұрын

    I have the artidiag500 do you know how to use the throttle relearn

  • @raulgherhes4618
    @raulgherhes46186 ай бұрын

    Hello, this one is working on electronic park brake? Like when I wold like to replace the rear brake pads I can wind back the callipers cylinder? Thank you!

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    6 ай бұрын

    Yes it will it do that job on multiple vehicles, reach out directly with TopDon if you would like compatibility details. The information is in the description 👌👍

  • @fredscott9644
    @fredscott9644 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Gerard will this unit program injectors and test windows/door sensors

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    It is capable of doing quantity injector relearns on some vehicles, I can only go off what I have done with the scan tool and to date I have not needed to use this feature yet. With any question like that I highly recommend reaching out to the supplier for some better clarity.

  • @fredscott9644
    @fredscott9644 Жыл бұрын

    Topdon uk are saying they do not support artidiag tools will this affect me if i buy one as i'm impressed with the unit and video

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    I am not 100% on that, different countries and retailers offer different warranty, I have had the same issue with parts out of a different country when bought from a main dealer to save money for a customer. Wherever you decide to buy make sure it is compatible for your region, confirm on the support/warranty they offer and if you do have an issue worse case scenario you can send it back to whatever retailer/location you bought from.

  • @landy9020
    @landy9020 Жыл бұрын

    Hi would this update service history on BMW idrive

  • @stever1053
    @stever105311 ай бұрын

    My Topdon can't find Vin and can't find any faults on an engine that has a definite misfire and oxygen sensor problem, my neighbour has a cheap obd2 and that can find them.

  • @marcjean5504
    @marcjean5504 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all explanations, how can I go on live data

  • @EnthusiastGarageSA
    @EnthusiastGarageSA3 ай бұрын

    Does it reset FRM modules especially on bmw

  • @CANICAS416163
    @CANICAS416163Ай бұрын

    Does this do a crankshaft position sensor relearn ?

  • @miataisalwaystheanswer1356
    @miataisalwaystheanswer13567 ай бұрын

    Will this too scan falcons and commodores?

  • @andrewrussell5408
    @andrewrussell540820 күн бұрын

    Hi will this tool take Citroen Peugeot out of economy mode ?

  • @leonarddolan5807
    @leonarddolan5807 Жыл бұрын

    Will this tool scan GM BCM's?

  • @jessejameson154
    @jessejameson154 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Gerard, will this work on VW cars and vans,..and the greater VAG group of cars ? Thanks

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I have used it on many VW, Audi vehicles with no issues, thanks for watching

  • @jessejameson154

    @jessejameson154

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage thank you

  • @xpearrow5697
    @xpearrow5697 Жыл бұрын

    Hi can you teach me how to DPF clear and regenerate?

  • @MMaddict187
    @MMaddict187 Жыл бұрын

    Hello Gerard, have you used it with Renault, got a 2016 megane and and a 2011 clio, both 1.5 DCI

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    I have not, used it one loads of models but I can;t remember any diagnostic work on a Renault that I used it.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello again, I used it on a 2014 clio today, I had a diagnostic job and it worked perfectly on, full system scan and communication to all modules was done and codes/faults were found. I hope this helps 👌👍

  • @dipendrasahi
    @dipendrasahi4 ай бұрын

    Would I be able to do adblue reset

  • @Norseman220
    @Norseman2203 ай бұрын

    Will it do AdBlue reset?

  • @anesdj4282
    @anesdj4282 Жыл бұрын

    When I checked the DPF differential pressure for instance, it showed me 6 mb on idle, however does it show what is the standards what is considered good and what is bad ?

  • @anguslean4058

    @anguslean4058

    Жыл бұрын

    0-250 is normal range Go to settings Click clear data Click - clear diagnostic software Click on the models you want to delete Right hand side - click delete When done Return to settings Click on file manager Scroll to bottom This will show how much data is being used and how much is available Make sure you toggle off - silent upgrade This will prevent everything being reloaded again From the Home Screen when you click app update Only choose what you want to update and leave the rest.

  • @anesdj4282

    @anesdj4282

    Жыл бұрын

    @@anguslean4058 thank you, you helped a lot to understand.

  • @anguslean4058

    @anguslean4058

    Жыл бұрын

    Also If you take your finger either on the left or right hand side of the screen and pull it towards the center It will take you back to the previous page. Any other questions feel free to ask It really is a good kit But they don’t give proper instructions on how to use and navigate. Also while it is not bi directional you can figure out a lot by using the live data Live data will show you on the right hand side the range of what you are looking at If it’s blue it’s in range If it’s red it’s out of range If you are not sure about the range You can write down what you see or save it And then look on line. I think for the money this kit works well Also by deleting unused or unwanted apps it not only frees up space It makes the operations quicker. Also it helps to be connected to Wi-Fi No Wi-Fi ? Use your phone as a hot spot That is all Carry on

  • @Zidaru
    @Zidaru Жыл бұрын

    Hi. Can you do mileage correction? Thanks

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    There is an option for it but honestly I am not sure as I have never used that feature, I would reach out to the supplier with the question if I was you to try and get clarity on it.

  • @andrescoco519
    @andrescoco5196 ай бұрын

    Between this top don and the launch 129e whixh one would you choose?

  • @jankis9689

    @jankis9689

    6 ай бұрын

    I have launch 129x, going to buy this one, because you dont have to buy reset options.

  • @chidieberekalu5034
    @chidieberekalu5034 Жыл бұрын

    Please how can I buy the battery

  • @CANICAS416163
    @CANICAS416163Ай бұрын

    Does it support 2015 dodge journey se

  • @malikjunaidefi4696
    @malikjunaidefi4696 Жыл бұрын

    Hello sir I have this scanner but I have loss the the obd adapter how can I get the new adapter

  • @user-mj2vn9ds7t

    @user-mj2vn9ds7t

    3 ай бұрын

    You're fucked

  • @jasonschultz3179
    @jasonschultz317926 күн бұрын

    what years does this cover?

  • @Packardracoon
    @Packardracoon Жыл бұрын

    What about European light trucks?

  • @ricardorodrigues9693
    @ricardorodrigues96933 ай бұрын

    can this reset anti theft?

  • @jonesy01928
    @jonesy01928Ай бұрын

    Will this update bmw idrive history

  • @ItzRocket89P13
    @ItzRocket89P139 ай бұрын

    I bought the artidiag 900 lite and honestly it is garbage. Its supposed to be the upgrade of this one and it doesn’t have but 8 hot functions😂. I sent it back and ordered me the 800. I needed immo and other stuff and the 900 did not have it.

  • @tebogomonagen2759
    @tebogomonagen27593 ай бұрын

    I need the a key scene

  • @MarkM145801
    @MarkM14580110 ай бұрын

    Can these wind back the electric hand brake caliper?

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    10 ай бұрын

    Yes

  • @yepachternaam565
    @yepachternaam565 Жыл бұрын

    Autel 808 serie better?

  • @luimobilefixes5279
    @luimobilefixes5279 Жыл бұрын

    Have you used the immobilizer?

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    I haven't used that feature no, I recommend asking the supplier if you are looking for a range of makes/models that any feature works with.

  • @TheKillakast
    @TheKillakast Жыл бұрын

    Did the handle come with the unit?

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    ?

  • @jonathondeeds3423
    @jonathondeeds3423 Жыл бұрын

    Seems all these Yopdon' and Thinks products are focused on ABS, Battery and Airbag and very little to offer in terms of in depth diagnoses of engine running issues.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    What in depth stuff were you after Jonathan? The PIDS are well covered in a host of makes and models. MAP, MAF, O2, FRP, SCV, EGR, VVT, IR, to name just a few to analyse through the tool. So if you are after fuel information, timing information, certain valves, sensors or solenoid info chances are you will have it to assess engine performance and follow along testing to diagnose.

  • @jonathondeeds3423

    @jonathondeeds3423

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage from most reviews it appears that these types of scanners only read fault codes but can't perform module actuation or code new components like throttle bodies or injector pumps.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Back to your first comment, the information you can pull on this tool is fantastic, it is certainly more than capable of giving enough information to do in depth diagnostics, I do them on a daily basis at work. I only put the Topdon away when I need a more advanced tool with more capabilities. For instance we have a Autel Ultra and when I need to do scope analysis, use an amp clamp or ignition paddle probe I will grab this tool to continue down my path. For the price point it is a terrific option and I say that with full confidence knowing I have $15,000 plus of scan tools in my workshop and I still grab the Topdon for initial checks, resets, brake work, airbag and test drives monitoring live data. The difference cost wise from one to another is night and day, Topdon also offer more options that when you spend more money it can do more jobs. As always the decision to buy a scan tool depends on what you require it for? if you just had a VW's, Skoda & Audi's I would always recommend VAG COM but it can't do any other brands, a dealer level brand will be the best option on specific vehicles but it is not an easy to navigate tool and you have a laptop setup to go along with. I still grabbed the user friendly scan tools in the past like Launch until I knew In needed a more in depth scan tool to get the required result. As always thanks for watching and I hope you at least go some information that can help you. Best of luck in the search for a scan tool that suits your needs, there is a lot of good options in today's market.

  • @bradsun6044
    @bradsun6044 Жыл бұрын

    How to buy

  • @jeppekson9036
    @jeppekson9036 Жыл бұрын

    I bought one of these about a year ago, and I gotta say that I'm left a bit disappointed. Mainly since it was advertised as a bi-directional scanner I was expecting it to be able to activate certain components throughout different control units. There have been a couple of times where I've been able to perform adaptations, and calibrations on X car via Y control unit, and then when I've returned back to Y control unit the adapt/cali functions are gone from the menu. This has happened on a few cars, which have been the only cars I've been able to perform these kind of adaptations on. When it comes to functionality it's being outperformed by my Chinese knock-off Delphi ds150e that I bought for €40 around 7 years ago. However the AD800BT is a decent piece of kit, and the graphing is lovely. I just wish there had been more memory space in it so that I don't need to delete a bunch of stuff in order to fit the software for the car I'm working on next.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello, I can understand your frustration if you bought it thinking it was fully bi directional. I have found many companies have mislabeled entry level scan tools as fully bi directional, I have talked previously about the differences in fully capable vs service reset type functions, overall that can be confusing. To go back to the 800BT though, I am honestly delighted with its abilities for such a low price point, I have recommended it personally to many Technicians in the industry as I am so comfortable using it and it gets taken out daily. I do have the luxury of having 20k worth of scan tools at my workshop so I grab what's best suited to the job I am on, be it an Autel ultra, Snap on, Carman scan or my Topdon. It's a case of no one scan tool can do everything! it's always a combination when working on all different cars. Previously I have loads of Dealer level diagnostics plus Launch X431 pro plus a Carmen scan when working in Ireland to cover as much as I could. It's always a challenge to say the least.

  • @newry123
    @newry123 Жыл бұрын

    How can you tell if the fault code is historic or current, cheers

  • @octopoops8527

    @octopoops8527

    Жыл бұрын

    Historic is when you clear the codes, it should not re-appear.

  • @newry123

    @newry123

    Жыл бұрын

    @@octopoops8527 thanks

  • @georgeclarke1183
    @georgeclarke1183 Жыл бұрын

    can this unit be used without the Wi-Fi

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I use it all the time through bluetooth when doing test drives away from the workshop, works really well. you do have the option to hotspot from your phone if you wanted to use wifi out and about.

  • @BackyardMechCon
    @BackyardMechCon10 ай бұрын

    Over the 3 months 9 times out of ten it was able to read the codes... what about the 1 out of ten that it wasnt able to do? What reader(s) did you use? What wasnt it able to do?

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    10 ай бұрын

    Currently in the workshop is Snap on Modis Thinktool Master Autel Ultra Carman scan No one scan tool can do it all, if you operate in a position where you work on different makes and models of vehicles you will at some stage need more than one option.

  • @vanb9895
    @vanb9895 Жыл бұрын

    Screen cover nintendo oled cheap alternative

  • @blackzxr6900
    @blackzxr6900 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, fake topdon exist? I see a lot on Chinese site 300 euro....they are a lot of prices on internet from 300 to 600 euro. How should I know what is fake? Thanks!

  • @AFFYJAMBO
    @AFFYJAMBO Жыл бұрын

    I bought one from eBay for 270 pounds, I am really disappointed because it will not communicate with my 2012 Skoda Octavia at all and won't do the automatic vin code and also manual vin code no matter how many times I try it, it will just not load so cannot diagnose anything.

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Very surprised that it does not work on a Skoda, I have not had any vag vehicles that it failed to communicate with. Yes sometimes the auto search does not work but that happens on very expensive scan tools as well like Autel, launch and Snap on but when you select the correct models manually I have always found what I needed with, VW Audi or Skoda range. Reach out to the supplier you bought from and check for any updates available.

  • @AFFYJAMBO

    @AFFYJAMBO

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage thanks for the reply, I just hope I have not bought a clone.

  • @anguslean4058

    @anguslean4058

    Жыл бұрын

    Delete all models and then reinstall Make sure you have a good Wi-Fi connection

  • @donkon8280
    @donkon8280 Жыл бұрын

    is 16gb memory in this device enough for all updates? how much free memory space do u have with all updates installed?

  • @julieren1236

    @julieren1236

    Жыл бұрын

    as everything has it's limits, you could delete used model to make more space, i got like 5g memory left after deleting some models, quite simple, you could refer to this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nmqOrqacoK-ZgaQ.html😀

  • @anguslean4058

    @anguslean4058

    Жыл бұрын

    Also if English is your language delete the language app because it defaults to English This alone save quite a bit of storage I deleted all the Chinese cars and some other models I will Never see here in the U.S. I have 5 gigs of memory free doing this Works well And while it doesn’t have bi directional capabilities You can see live data which helps a lot Great Kit for the price Also one more thing People complain about not being able to be hooked up To the internet In those cases simply use your cell phone as a hot spot for Wi-Fi

  • @anesdj4282

    @anesdj4282

    Жыл бұрын

    @@anguslean4058 Do you know where it can display the standard range for any metric, for instance I had done data stream on the dpf differential pressure, but I don’t know whether the value o get is good or bad? Thanks

  • @anguslean4058

    @anguslean4058

    Жыл бұрын

    @@anesdj4282 when you are reading live data It will show you the range on the right hand side If it is in normal range the color will be blue If it is out of range the color will be red.

  • @anesdj4282

    @anesdj4282

    Жыл бұрын

    @@anguslean4058 thank you dude, I appreciate.

  • @randy2835
    @randy2835 Жыл бұрын

    I'm disappointed that it really doesn't do much for Chevy models

  • @All4thekingdom

    @All4thekingdom

    Жыл бұрын

    thanks for the heads-up, This was the only reason(Chevy) that I was even looking at this.

  • @randy2835

    @randy2835

    Жыл бұрын

    @@All4thekingdom I used it to pull codes on 2005 Buick lacrosse 3.8 and it did an awesome job even telling me wich wheel sensor was bad and the seat that had the restraint issues. I was really impressed.

  • @All4thekingdom

    @All4thekingdom

    Жыл бұрын

    @@randy2835 I ended up purchasing the XTool D8. So far, it's okay, not really done anything much with it yet to offer more info.. It did gather my readings pretty fast and vin number and everything, but been really busy to play with it yet,idk!

  • @SoloBench
    @SoloBench6 ай бұрын

    The term pricepoint is so cringe

  • @e.3-0_m3
    @e.3-0_m3 Жыл бұрын

    I bought this from your review and it is worse company to deal with got not working they couldn't fix it and ask to send back and try to only give back some of money scam company

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    Who did you buy from? What website/link?

  • @e.3-0_m3

    @e.3-0_m3

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage topdon eu official website which was worse I hear a lot of people having problems with them

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    @@e.3-0_m3 I am sorry to hear that, from the supplier I linked in the description it has all been positive, my scan tool works flawlessly and I believe that the UK Topdon and the US supply have all been good. Can you get a full refund and use another supplier? Reach out Topdon UK or Topdon US for more information. Faulty equipment can happen but bad customer service is not acceptable, you should get a new product asap

  • @e.3-0_m3

    @e.3-0_m3

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage Yes but UK or US I have customs on top inam in Ireland I have sent back and I wrote this when they trying to only give part money back for there fault every coner they trying to miss me about crazy

  • @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    @GerardBurkeBurkesGarage

    Жыл бұрын

    @@e.3-0_m3 fair enough, I hope they sort you out John, either a full refund or another tool. That is a reason I like using ebay sales links, if any company messes yiu about you can get full refund regardless. Best of luck with it 🤞 If you get a working scan tool, you will have a very capable tool 👌👍

  • @NOMAD-LEISURE
    @NOMAD-LEISURE Жыл бұрын

    hi Gérard where is Ur garage based details... does this work on citroen relay x290 2016 2.0? in particular dpf