Bi-Directional Scan Tool Help - Pro-Sumer / DIY

[JHKNVY02]

Looking for a bi-directional diagnostic tool. The ability to program keys would be a huge win, and scope capability highly desired, but not required. Recognize subscription service is a thing, some have free lifetime. My newest car is a 2023, the rest, much, much older, but still OBD-2.

All the vehicles are Toyota, with the exception of a 1996 OBD-2 Ford Bronco and a 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Real time data is great, recognize less expensive can do that.

$700 is my top end of the price range I'm willing to go up to.

Below are some I've found, open to other options as a serious DIY'r.

Cheers and thank you for the help in advance.
Jay

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TopDon UltraDiag

Price

• $700
• Updates: 2 years included - $350 per year after

Key Features

• 8" Display, Android 11, (2GB RAM/ 32GB Memory), 10,000 mAh
• Bluetooth
• 30 Maintenance functions
• Bi-Directional
• Technical Service Bulletins
• AutoVIN & AUtoScan
• Key Programming
• FCA Secure Gateway (SGW)
• Repair Data Library (DTC Repair Guide)
• 1 Year Warranty

https://www.topdon.us/collections/mid-level-diagnostic-tool/products/ultradiag#product-tabs-anchor

OtoFix D1 Pro S 2.0

Price

• $700
• Updates: 2 years included - $195 per year after

Key Features

• 10" Screen, Android 11, (4GB RAM / 128 GB ROM), 1.8 GHz OctaCore, 7,250 mAh
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi
• Fast Auto Scan 2.0
• 40+ maintenance services
• Videoscope Support
• ECU Coding: Online/Offline
• Guided Functions
• FCA AutoAuth
• 1 Year Warranty

https://www.otofixtech.us/products/d1-pros

Launch X431 Pro Elite

Price

• $460
• Updates: 2 Years included - $165 per year after

Key Features

• 8" Screen, Android 10, (4GB RAM / 64 GB ROM), 2.0 GHz Quad Core, 6,000 mAh
• WiFi (2.4/5.0 GHz)
• 38 maintenance Functions
• Key Programmer, Videoscope, Oscilloscope Support
• Bi-Directional
• V.A.G. Guided Functions
• FCA SGW AutoAuth
• CANFD & DOIP Protocols
• Live Data
• ECU Coding: Online/Offline
• 5 Year Warranty
• PHONE & EMAIL TECH SUPPORT

https://www.amazon.com/LAUNCH-X431-PRO-Bidirectional-Programming/dp/B0C6TGKYLF/?tag=atomicindus08-20

ThinkCar MuCar V08

Price:

• $632
• Updates: Free (Life)

Key Features

• 8" Screen, Android 8, (2GB RAM / 64GB ROM), 1.5 GHz Quad Core, 9,450 mAh
• Bluetooth
• 34 maintenance functions
• IMMO Key Matching
• AUtoVin
• Bi-Directional
• Live Data & Report Share
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty
  • Remote Tech Support via Menu

https://mythinkcar.com/products/mucar-vo8

ThinkCar ThinkScan 689BT

Price:

• $500
• Updates: Free (Life)

Features

• 8" Screen, Android 10, (4G RAM / 64 GB ROM), 2.0 GHz Quad Core, 4150 mAh
• USB-C
• Bluetooth
• 34 maintenance functions
• Compatible with Endoscope / Oscilloscope
• AutoVIn
• Bi-Directional
• CAN-FP & DOIP Protocols
• FCA SGW AutoAuth
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty

https://mythinkcar.com/products/thinkcar-thinkscan-689bt-bidirectional-scan-tool

Autel MaxiPro MP808S

Price:

• $700
• Updates: 2 years free - $220 annually after

Features

• 7" Screen, Android 11, (4GB RAM / 64GB Memory), 1.9 GHz Processor, 5,000 mAh
• Wi-Fi (a/b/g/n/ac)
• USB 2.0 (mini)
• 28 maintenance functions
• Compatible with Videoscope
• Bi-Directional Control
• AutoVin
• Live Data
• FCA AutoAuth Access
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty
  • Lifetime Customer Support

https://store.autel.com/collections/automotive-diagnostic-tools/products/autel-maxipro-mp808s

XTool D8W

Price:

• $629
• Updates: 3 Year Free - $66.33 Annually ($199 3 year interval)

Features

• 8" Screen, Android 10, (4GB RAM / 64GB Memory), 1.5 GHz Processor, 5,000 mAh
• Wi-Fi
• 38 maintenance functions
• Topology Mapping
• Live Data
• CANFD and DoIP protocols
• FCA AutoAuth Access
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty

 

[Codyboy]

I just bought an Xtool D7S. Never used a bidirectional scan tool before but seemed to have good reviews. Some of the videos are of an older version but basically the same thing. I think it was around $400
The new ones now have a USB c charging port but it also charges from the obd2 port. I see you have BT listed .
I think they have a D7W that is not BT but built in wifi for communication. Supposedly better and faster than BT.
Comes with 3 years free updates and $99 after that.

 

[NutsBoltsElectrons]

Looking for a bi-directional diagnostic tool. The ability to program keys would be a huge win, and scope capability highly desired, but not required.
Recognize subscription service is a thing, some have free lifetime. My newest car is a 2023, the rest, much, much older, but still OBD-2.
All the vehicles are Toyota, with the exception of a 1996 OBD-2 Ford Bronco and a 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Real time data is great, recognize less expensive can do that.
$700 is my top end of the price range I'm willing to go up to.

Below are some I've found, open to other options as a serious DIY'r.

Cheers and thank you for the help in advance.
Jay

-----------------------------------

TopDon UltraDiag

Price

• $700
• Updates: 2 years included - $350 per year after

Key Features

• 8" Display, Android 11, (2GB RAM/ 32GB Memory), 10,000 mAh
• Bluetooth
• 30 Maintenance functions
• Technical Service Bulletins
• Key Programming
• FCA SGW
• Repair Data Library
• 1 Year Warranty

https://www.topdon.us/collections/mid-level-diagnostic-tool/products/ultradiag#product-tabs-anchor

OtoFix D1 Pro S

Price

• $700
• Updates: 2 years included - $195 per year after

Key Features

• 10" Screen, Android 11, (4GB RAM / 128 GB ROM), 1.8 GHz QUadCore, 15,000 mAh
• Bluetooth
• 40+ maintenance services
• ECU Coding: Online/Offline
• Guided Functions
• FCA AutoAuth
• 1 Year Warranty

https://www.otofixtech.us/products/d1-pros

Launch X431 Pro Elite

Price

• $460
• Updates: 2 Years included - $165 per year after

Key Features

• 8" Screen, Android 10, (4GB RAM / 64 GB ROM), 2.0 GHz Quad Core, 6,000 mAh
• 38 maintenance Functions
• Guided Functions
• Key Programmer, Videoscope, Oscilloscope Support
• FCA SGW AutoAuth
• ECU Coding: Online/Offline
• 1 Year Warranty
• PHONE & EMAIL TECH SUPPORT

https://www.amazon.com/LAUNCH-X431-PRO-Bidirectional-Programming/dp/B0C6TGKYLF/?tag=atomicindus08-20

ThinkCar MuCar V08

Price:

• $632
• Updates: Free

Key Features

• 8" Screen, Android 8, (2GB RAM / 64GB ROM), 1.5 GHz Quad Core, 9,450 mAh
• Bluetooth
• 34 maintenance functions
• IMMO Key Matching
• Live Data & Report Share
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty

https://mythinkcar.com/products/mucar-vo8

ThinkCar ThinkScan 689BT

Price:

• $500
• Updates: Free

Features

• 8" Screen, Android 10, (4G RAM / 64 GB ROM), 2.0 GHz Quad Core, 4150 mAh
• USB-C
• Bluetooth
• 34 maintenance functions
• Supports Endoscope / Oscilloscope
• CAN-FP & DOIP Protocols
• FCA SGW AutoAuth
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty

https://mythinkcar.com/products/thinkcar-thinkscan-689bt-bidirectional-scan-tool

Autel MaxiPro MP808S

Price:

• $700
• Updates: 2 years free - $220 annually after

Features

• 7" Screen, Android 11, (4GB RAM / 64GB Memory), 1.9 GHz Processor, 5000 mAh
• 28 maintenance functions
• FCA AutoAuth Access
• ECU Coding
• 1 year warranty

https://store.autel.com/collections/automotive-diagnostic-tools/products/autel-maxipro-mp808s

The TopDon TopScanPro would be a good choice. The T-Dart key adapter is unique at this price level.

TOPDON TopScan Pro | JDTCo.

Pocket-Size Bluetooth Scan Tool w/Bi-Directional Controls The TopScan is a pocket-sized tool that turns a phone into a scan tool and keeps up with its users as they go beyond basic scans. Connect the TopScan to the OBD2 port and begin diagnosing through the tool's app. The TopScan is capable of...

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TOPDON T-Dart Key Programming RFID Chip Device | JDTCo.

Key Programming RFID Chip DeviceUnlock advanced key programming with the T-Darts, a TOPDON Transponder & Remote Tester Tool compatible with the T-Ninja Pro, UltraDiag, and TopScan Pro. Supporting 100+ transponder chips, it enhances chip recognition, frequency detection, and remote testing. With...

www.jerseydiscounttool.com

The ThinkDiag2 at mythinkcar.com is the one I have used for years. I prefer to buy it directly from Thinkcar in Ontario at that website. The key programming capabilities of the Chinese scan tools are being scrutinized by authorities, it's common to lose functions these days. We would have to know what vehicles you are trying to program keys for, and is it "all keys lost" or not. Adding keys may be handled by these scanners, or even covered in the owners manual. AKL situations may require a multi-thousand dollar programmer. The ThinkDiag2 and Topscanpro are both Launch family.

 

[JHKNVY02]

We would have to know what vehicles you are trying to program keys for, and is it "all keys lost" or not. Adding keys may be handled by these scanners, or even covered in the owners manual. AKL situations may require a multi-thousand dollar programmer. The ThinkDiag2 and Topscanpro are both Launch family.

Honda Odyssey 2009
Toyota Tundra 2017
Toyota Camry 2023
Toyota Corolla Cross 2025 (possibly - not a priority)

It would be adding a key vice "all keys lost"

 

[JHKNVY02]

I just bought an Xtool D7S. Never used a bidirectional scan tool before but seemed to have good reviews. Some of the videos are of an older version but basically the same thing. I think it was around $400

Thank You! I went to the website, found the best fit for what I'm looking to do and added to the list above.

 

[Codyboy]

Thank You! I went to the website, found the best fit for what I'm looking to do and added to the list above.

If you dig on their website they have a list of the manufacturers and features their scan tool will do. From what I remember they have two seemingly different websites, id have to search again. Kinda weird but I think one is a a UK website.
Anyway, you can find all the features and sub features supported per individual vehicle.