Hey, I like your video's a lot! I am a serious DIY'er from The Netherlands. I started with cheap scantools (ancel). I have had the Foxwell NT624Elite. I Currently have the Foxwell NT644Elite (has more functions and is a little bit bi-directional). I liked those units because of the 'lifetime free updates' but I have noticed that they stopped the updates since the start of this year. For me it is not really a problem, but if you want to work with the newest cars the scanner wont work. I also sometimes use cheap ELM 327 dongles with Car scanner pro, Doctor Prius and Torque. With some dongles I can sometimes switch off things like a seatbelt sound or the sound when reversing. For instance on my dad's 3th generation Toyota Prius. Last week I ordered the Xtool ELM (AD20 pro). X-tool claims it has full system diagnosis. For €28 I am a little skeptic but I am also excited to see if it works. The problem that I have is that those tools aren't always consistent on different makes and models. So I am looking for a good, not too expensive scantool with advanced capabilities, like switching off sounds in a car. There are a lot of brands to choose from: Xtool (like in this video), Foxwell, Launch, Autel, Thinkcar, Ancel, Konnwei, Topdon. When you look for a more advanced tools I found that my choices are becoming more expensive (ranging from about € 300-500). Almost all tools have after 1-3 years a paid susciption. I dont think this is a huge problem but I can rarely find the cost of a subsciption. I dont think its usefull for a DIY'er to have a subscription that is € 200-500+. What I am looking for is a subscription around €100-150 a year, So I dont have to buy a new tool every 5-10 years. What are your experiences with those subsciptions? You have made some great videos about some scantools. Wich one would you reccomend (looking at funtionallity and update costs)? Thanks in advance.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

10 күн бұрын

The subs are not too expansive if you shop around. It's also important to note that you can continue to use the tool after the sub expires. It will just not update anymore. I waited 2 years before getting my Launch updated. Never needed to work on anything newer.

Looks like a well made, quick unit. Good to see it has ADAS capabilities.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

3 ай бұрын

I'm pretty happy with it so far!

Considering for my older Honda’s (Brake line work is in my future) Thanks 👍

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

3 ай бұрын

Brakes are not too bad, brake lines can be a pain

Oh yes I just bought that for the price this is the top dog totally use I've had no problem with it pick up the Periscope to go with it a complete unit and the Obi-Wan connector for the 95 and older excellent tool

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

9 күн бұрын

I've been very pleased with mine as well!

It worked on 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 abs bleeding..easy to use.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

2 ай бұрын

That is good to know- thanks for sharing

Awsome Eric thank you great review . I can tell you are or was a mechanic, I got one coming from your link

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Yup, I've been a mechanic for nearly 30 years. These days I teach more than I repair, but it's close enough for my tired body.

@DD-gd3fr

Ай бұрын

@@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs I hear ya Eric I did it for about 20 something years but now I like DIY at home . The FLAT RATE world is rough. Its a different world with no BOSS! lol

I was thinking of buying the xtool d8s, or the launch x431 pro elite, do you have a preference on which one to purchase?

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

3 ай бұрын

Tough call! Both offer similar functions, it really comes down to the layout of the software. I have been using Launch OS for years now, so this one was certainly a change. I felt it was closer to the Autel OS I used at work.

@meltdownblitz

3 ай бұрын

Which one did you end up going with? I also was debating the 2.

@electric8668

2 ай бұрын

@@meltdownblitz 3 years free updates could be the difference?

Does the tool require a subscription to function or can it continue to work on the same car you been using it on afterwards?

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

It will continue to work fine once the sub runs out.

If I buy the tool and my subscription expires can I still use full functionality of the tool for whatever year model any subscription expired and back? If I buy this just so I can work on my one vehicle will it continue to work on the vehicle without paying the subscription or do I have to keep on paying that just to use the tool I already bought?

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

It will continue to work, but will no longer get updates.

Can you help me choose a budget friendly scanner that’s capable of re flashing Trans control modules on GMs.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

This one doesn't cover that. You'll need a tool with J type programming.

What years of OBD1 OBD2 does this go back to

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

1996 OBD2

Would this work for 2023 Tahoe suburbans and Escalade

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

yes it would

I didnt see on the list of bidirectional functions for transmission relearn? Wondered if it will do this? Also you keep saying free updates for 3 years. After the 3 years does it lose functions like transmission relearn or other bidirectional controls? I bought a Thinkdiag 2 for the transmission relearn on my buick and after 1 year you couldn't do it anymore without buying another year of service $100 and a new tool only costs $120 with a year of service. I understand new cars come out and you would need updates for the newer cars that come out but taking away most functions that you buy one for is crazy. So just wondering if this is what 3 years of updates means??

@Adr_Jim

2 ай бұрын

I'm looking into buying this same unit. I'm not sure about the transmission relearn ability if it can chances are it won't support every make/model this is just how it is for these more affordable scan tools. That being said xtool has been very good with updates and fixes and will work to try and add features requested by customers. After the 3 years of free updates all it means is you will have to pay around $199 for a full year of updates. If you don't pay, scan tool still works the same just doesn't get updated.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

I can say that yes, the tool will continue to operate without a subscription. As for transmission relearns, every car will be different, but Those features are there for my 2018 mirage.

Does not connect to ECU on BMW X3 2006, but can read VIN and basic car info.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

Have your tried updates? It should work fine with that car.

@jarrodevans6050

25 күн бұрын

I believe you email them with the car info and they will send you an update

Can you still use the scan tool if you don't purchase new updates

@danielreynolds178

Ай бұрын

Yes, updates are for newer model cars as they come out

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

Thanks for answering before I could.

Is an Android based scan tool compatible with Windows 10 based computer?

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

7 күн бұрын

You can transfer the files between the two .

Does this program my tpms on my Toyota Auris ?

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

22 күн бұрын

I'm sorry, that car isn't sold in the USA so I can't confirm it.

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

22 күн бұрын

I'm sorry. They don't sell that model in the USA, so I can't confirm if it will.

As well as how much are new updates

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

you would have to check on the cost of it with them

@dannysautorepair

10 күн бұрын

199.00 for updates

Can I reprogram my ECU with this tool ?

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

10 күн бұрын

This is a generic question- What are you trying to reprogram specifically?

Will this work on a 99 ford superduty 7.3L powerstroke to test injector and all engine sensors. Also does it work on automatic transmission problems ,,i know it wont write to pcm or anything like hp tuners does it?? Thank you

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

Ай бұрын

No idea on Diesel stuff, I no longer work on anything post 84 when it comes to diesel. It will read codes and data for Transmissions.

@M.T.V.user1

Ай бұрын

I sent them an email and they let me know what the device would do for my vehicle based on the vin.

@williamojr

Ай бұрын

​@M.T.V.user1 this wouldn't work for me they changed motor from 6.0l powerstroke to 7.3l powerstroke so Vin won't be right for motor swap. But replaced everything including wiring harness and everything

On most of my bidirectional controls just says “test completed “ doesn’t say if it’s working right or not

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

2 ай бұрын

You have to listen to the item you are controlling. When you say "Set fan mode high" it should cycle the fan and then say test complete. If the fan came on, good. if not, bad. Understand?

@tchogworks1987

2 ай бұрын

@@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs like the fans and fuel pump I can hear when testing. I think I heard something around the throttle body also. Anything else don’t make any sounds or anything. . The D8S is my first scanner that’ll actually do something besides read codes . So it’s all new to me. I’ve got to stop here and there and google what some of the functions are and what they do. But for the most part the scan tool don’t seem that hard to operate. I hope xtool will return my calls or emails eventually after having it a couple weeks there’s no turning back . Once I figure it all out I’m sure it’ll be a good asset to my little shop

@jackle842000

Ай бұрын

​@@tchogworks1987what can you do without the subscription? Can you still use everything function wise for cars that are older than when the subscription cancelled or you have to continue to pay subscription fees just to use a tool you already paid a premium for because the software?

@dannysautorepair

10 күн бұрын

You can still use it once the subscription runs out but you just won't get any updates.

My is A80 pro master Except product that have no Ethernet connection if J2534 Bluetooth don't works or slow process or scanning , I have never seen scanner like this scanner drain the battery from 100% to 45% within 45 min., maybe Xtool should start used Samsung or Sony or other name brand rechargeable battery than put on cheap China lithium battery . The product is good than Autel , Autel is over and over talk of their flaws product , I works with Consultant/Mutt scan for 35 years , but this model come close to automotive scanner for a prices

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

13 күн бұрын

I just picked up a top of the line Autel, and I can tell you.... I'm not happy.

It's just a shame xtool does not warn you to take your OBD connector back out when you're shut the unit down many times I have left it in the car nearly all makes warn u with buzzing noise xtool needs to get onto this but it is a very good tool other than that

@FarpointRestorationsAndRepairs

2 ай бұрын

True. I've owned a Matco scanner and it didn't warn you either. Guess what? The Dongle went for a ride and never came back.

@motorbreath3

Ай бұрын

Yea I put a long piece of orange tape on em . It helps .

@larc7553

2 күн бұрын

It doesn’t tell you to take the keys out or lock the doors either, I forgot to put the blue bin out because of mine!