Best scan tool under 500

[Taurus84]

Hello,
I have been working on my own as a mobile mechanic for a while now and I am looking into upgrading my scan tool. Right now I just have a basic scan tool that just pulls engine codes. I would like one that can do ABS and SRS for domestic/imports/European vehicles. Some other functionality such as brake bleeding for ABS vehicles, and key programming would be nice as well. I am open to buying used or new. I was hoping to get some suggestions in the 500 and under range.

 

[Tallpilot]

I have a Snap-on Ethos Tech so I can't speak personally for this but nothing else comes close to the level of functionality for $500. Do some research, the X431 series all have the same software they just come in different sizes so if you can stand the small form factor you can save several hundred dollars.

https://m.dhgate.com/product/newest...a|szkingbolen|US|112010002|m|OSHNBL|2|#pd-112

 

[seber]

I went with Autel as that and Snap On are the only ones that will scan my Mercedes Sprinter. I suspect Snap On may be better but at a huge cost.

 

[Mr_B]

I'd go autel or launch, snapon useful but cost is massive and it still don't do everything .
Autel and launch pretty similar in what they will and won't do and should be in budget and useful .
Key programming and programming/flashing modules is when it gets tricky and need about 4 different scanners to cover it well but not perfectly lol .

 

[frank001]

I went with Autel as that and Snap On are the only ones that will scan my Mercedes Sprinter. I suspect Snap On may be better but at a huge cost.

I have an iCarsoft CR Plus that will scan my Sprinter, Porsche 911 , Ford Ranger, Mercedes, and turn off the service lights and CEL. Has programming included for many other cars, but I haven't tried them. $209.00

 

[fuzzytek]

I considered Launch for a bit. I was definitely unhappy with a pocket reader since I sold my Verus a couple years back. Almost pulled the trigger on this one: http://launchtechusa.com/millennium-90-pro/ Macto tools runs it at $307 on their site. Mac tools ran a $279 special a couple months back.

 

[Wamsutta]

Did you look through the Professional Tool & Equipment News 2018 scan tool guide?

https://www.vehicleservicepros.com/...hicleserviceproscom-2018-scan-tool-spec-guide