I'm in search of a new OBD scan tool. Need recommendations after taking back a $300 Harbor Freight one.

[FreedomUSMC]

Depends on the year and model. Older vehicles require different scanners than post '96. I have these 2 and they work great. One was a gift.

Autel AutoLink AL319 OBD2 Scanner

FOXWELL NT301 OBD2 Scanner

 

[87KJH]

I have the Innova 5410 and it will read and clear SRS/Airbag codes. It is designed and marketed for the "home mechanic"
The next model up, Innova 5510, will also bleed ABS brakes, TPMS, and read transmission temps.

 

[FreedomUSMC]

On sale

INOVA 6030P

 

[Mr. Booshie]

You should get a bidirectional scanner.

 

[Just1more]

This is the one I’ve used for years

 

[coolformula]

Autel or launch seems to be what most people. IF you just need to read codes yea get the cheapest.​

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However the better code readers do TPMS, ABS, Transmission codes, brake bleeding, change keys. These type of things if you need them you will have to pay for them.

Seems the better ones are like 600-1000.

 

[H2O MAN]

XTOOL D8 Professional Automotive Diagnostic Tool 2022 Newest with Bi-Directional Control​

 

[fslc94]

The Autel al319 is hard to beat for the price.

 

[sniper22]

Looking for the most functions for the money. I won't buy another Harbor Freight one and the Innova looks exactly like it so that's out. The Zurich ZR15S would not communicate with a 2005 Dodge truck or a 2008 Honda Element. Both got "Communication Error". I spent 35 min on hold with HF to be asked (2) stupid questions.
1. Is it plugged in
2. Is the key in the "on" position

Nukkin futs!!

Do you just want to read and reset codes?
If you're going to use it for diagnostics you'll need to spend a few $s but if you just want the code ability it can be as cheap as you want it.

 

[testdepth]

This is the one I bought. It has full bi directional control and live data. Shipped to my house for $304