Cheap vs Expensive OBD Scanners

In This video i will be comparing car obd2 scan tools of all price points. the dnose, the Innova 5210, and the thinktool mini. Each OBD car scanner is prices differently from cheap scan tool to expensive. Which obd reader you should buy depends on what you're looking for in a diagnostic OBD reader. Diagnostic scan tools are very important in fixing your car. Reading engine codes is the first step to diagnosing whats wron with your car or truck. I will cover the different features and show you what cheap vs expensive scan tools do in terms of features. The features on an expensive scan tool like the think tool mini differ vastly from a cheap obd2 reader. so if you ever wondered which scan tool i should buy then this will help you figure out what price point you want to be at. So lets start the show down if cheap scan tools against expensive car and truck scanners!
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[@JayPlays35]

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[@iamamp3pimp]

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[@kemetresearcher3780]

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[@sran9492]

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[@67k]

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[@BuddysDIY]

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[@jeffgiles4693]

Found the channel not long ago and am so glad I did!

[@Star_Taro]

This is awesome. The higher the tool price the more I wanna buy the best one. Maybe the $100 will do for now

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

I have two mid level priced scanners and so far they do what I need to diagnose issues with my cars. I use them mostly to check if my car will pass smog before spending money and time at smog station.

[@LessThanHandy]

Good line up for beginners to pros... 👍

[@BuddysDIY]

That was the goal!!

[@muhammadsayed3599]

Sir huge fan of yours

[@MrTgif100]

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[@tls5669]

Innova scanners are nice. I have a higher end one. Made in the US too!

[@jasonknight3962]

Awesome videos. I'm only a weekend warrior myself, but always looking to learn more. I like how you explain so much in your videos. You do an exceptional job. Thanks for doing what you do. You're awesome.

[@billszymborski584]

Wow! Great job on the video man! I have been working on cars for 50 years and am getting lost by all the electronics. I am learning a bunch and catching up a bit. I bought the Innova 5210 and like/agree with your assessment of it. Once again, great job and keep it up!!!

[@KaraForreal]

Is it worth it

[@billszymborski584]

@@KaraForreal I'm happy with the value of it. If I were to buy again, knowing what I know now, I would upgrade to the next level of this brand. Maybe even 2 levels up. But overall, I'm happy with the one I have. It has led me to every issue so far. And being able to "clear" the codes is super helpful.

[@JustinTruth-sf5nt]

So, I bought the “middle” one from Amazon. It’s now $73. I have a check engine light I had been chasing changing sensors etc. This let me delete it and it hasn’t come back. Very easy to use.

[@jpp7728]

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[@saeedalomari3578]

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[@BuddysDIY]

More to come

[@saeedalomari3578]

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[@ismailsaleh7688]

Thank you so much! ❤ I'm new to cars and your channel is very helpful !!!!! Greetings from Bulgaria

[@BuddysDIY]

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[@IEatTread]

Will the standard range button when you are looking at a module give you the spec of what it is supposed to be? Also, would I be able to test NOx sensors on diesels, injectors and turbo actuator tests? Thanks

[@BuddysDIY]

I haven't tried any turbo diagnosis on this scanner. And in terms of spec it does let you know if it's withen standard range. But obviously when you have a boost leak for example your numbers will be everywhere on multiple readings.

[@CooperCarr]

I use the Blue Driver which is a pretty dope OBDll scan tool

[@BuddysDIY]

I personally have t had much luck w those phone scanners

[@PLAYCOREE]

@@BuddysDIY Blue Driver is the only good phone scanner that I know, but also has it price.

[@conormcgregor5460]

Phone OBD2 scanners are junk. They don't work with abs or srs or electric park brake resets universally, most phone obd2 don't even offer the srs reset some offer it to a few cars later releases . A good scanner should be able to easily plug in and be able to read any car that pulls up. Phone scanners are a good start for someone who is looking to read CEL (check engine lights) and it is better than nothing if it works for your car, I had torque mobile phone obd2 and this one allowed me to check or clear check engine light also told me 0-60mph times if I wanted to do some pulls. Also told me boost and vacuum levels for my turbocharged engine Iv had a few brands Of mobile phone obd2 I tested them some worked on certain brands some cars just didn't allow it. With the icarsoft scanner I bought I can plug into any OBD2 vehicle it communicates fast does the job. I work on all my family's vehicles mechanical electrical body and fabrication. I do anything I need to do and Iv saved my family well over 150k.

[@siiioxide]

The processing power of modern smart phones is easily double that of the high end scanners. The fact EVERYONE is after easy money these days is the only reason there is no open source obd code. I'm more than sure someone somewhere would have written an app that works better than a scanner but can't release it due to legality.

[@PLAYCOREE]

@@siiioxide Checkout AndrOBT it is open source as far as I know, playstore and github

[@vvolodin1972]

Just found your channel and can't stop watching. Learned a lot. Thanks.

[@BuddysDIY]

Happy to have you brother

[@Adones09]

Another well detailed video, thank you!

[@marksantos2276]

Really good comparison of the three you selected

[@lyterman]

Very helpful, thanks, Buddy. I guess we'll get a little ambitious and try the "weekend warrior" $100 scanner.

[@robertovalenciavalencia4427]

Right..way better..scanner.

[@blitz0138]

I've been watching a handful of your content and i must say, your doing a fantastic job, you def deserve more views!

[@jacobburrow5918]

What do you think about the new Bluetooth scanners that hook up to your phone? Also your videos kick ass

[@areboy2020]

I typically have a $40 one. Works like it should.

[@AlwaysDiagnoseVehicleFirst]

Good Morning Brother, Are you able to make a video explaining short term and long term fuel trim, how it works and how to use it for diagnosing vehicles?

[@carlospedreno8230]

Making great videos man! Keep on going

[@scramator9077]

Can you do a power balance test with the innova 5210

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

Unless you are a shop or professional mechanic the cheaper OBDII scanners are the best choice.

[@user-wt3jt8iz9h]

Wow I love that 3rd one 😍

[@christopherjohnson1266]

Hey buddy I purchased the thinktool max. Definitely gives u a great deal of data and info but I'm having trouble interpreting some of this data in regards to diagnostics. Could u please consider making a diagnostic video using it. Thank you!!

[@gregoryc5989]

Really enjoy the content. thanks

[@julianoliva2850]

So to ur experience wich one do u suggest us to buy ???

[@BuddysDIY]

I use the Innova when I go check out a car. But the big fancy thinktool is the move if you want to really get into fixing cars as a side or full-time gig

[@McHighler]

I've never seen anyone make a video on this before. Props

[@deerhunter8533]

There are thousands of videos on this subject

[@cacadorcurioso7224]

The vw beetle in a good condition is a gold Mine, you should get one in the next vídeo!

[@Ase045]

Good afternoon, I recently installed cruise control on my 2021 Isuzu D-Max 1.9L standard model and I need a device that can program or activate it. I've tried using an OBD2 ELM327 WiFi and ELM327 HS LS USB for scanning, but they can't seem to recognize my Isuzu D-Max. Now I'm considering purchasing a dedicated device or using the TOAD program or should I buy IDSS . Could you please recommend the best option? Looking forward to your reply. Thank you for your assistance. Best regards, Tell me do you think

[@КЭЛЎ]

Amazing contents once again ✅💯

[@coolguyiscoolguy3589]

O actually use the blue drive obd2 it's a Bluetooth obd reader and the I use it's app never really had a full one just used The Bluetooth ones

[@dt1133]

Awesome content. Thank you.

[@paultadki8007]

What brand is the red one that one seems like its super helpful

[@LM-rk3nm]

Good video. But ABS is not Analog Braking System.

[@MiraTong]

Great video, Thank you!

[@fordnelson5613]

Is there a mod grade scanner you can recommend in 2024/2025?

[@Omar784]

Another great video

[@BuddysDIY]

Appreciate you💪

[@Omar784]

@@BuddysDIY np problem bro I bought the budget scan tool u had a video a while back for like 30 something and I works great

[@lt3880]

just what I wanted to know, thanks!

[@bm_wuratli6883]

im curious if u can do that as well in THINKCAR THINKSCAN Max 2 with the camera led?

[@xtdrxblaze6254]

Gonna become a full time mechanic. I have a nice discount on Snap-on rn what one should I get??

[@angelh1743]

Thank you very much.

[@jasonknight3962]

Hi buddy, I have a quick question about scanners and was wondering if you could help? The scanners in your video, do they need special softwares to read the car its plugged into? Or does it have options already installed?

[@anthonydowns45]

Will these scanners work for 7.3 PSD? Buzz test etc.

[@Jay-oe2od]

what's a good one to test heated seats

[@eddiecordova8648]

Great content, good job

[@smileyleaves3066]

Love your vids ❤

[@julianoliva2850]

When the scan reader reads or trows a Code, it says what things can u do to be fixed ???

[@brandonhodge7673]

Do u even English bro

[@BuddysDIY]

Yeah bro Im not sure what you're asking

[@desipranksterz7909]

When u see the code being shown go online and see what that code means, if it's like for example exhaust leak then go and check ur exhaust or see where it's failing

[@MrJmac44]

The person is asking when it pops up with a code will it also tell you what can be done to fix the problem?… and I would say no…you would have to go to someone who knows what they are looking at to fix the problem. The device only points you in the direction of the issue but not how to fix it.

[@julianoliva2850]

@@MrJmac44 Thanx buddy

[@lifewithjesse_la]

That $500 scanner is definitely worth it

[@AG-rr3qd]

On the 100 dollar one, I read that it’s only compatible with one VIN number and then you have to purchase keys to scan for other? Is this true? Would be a huge con if trying to scan multiple vehicles for flipping

[@BuddysDIY]

No sir. It's plug and Play

[@AG-rr3qd]

@@BuddysDIY nice just ordered one, thanks for the vids man. Very informative

[@raula.delgado3109]

@@AG-rr3qd hi did you follow through with your order? heard the same thing wonder if you are limited

[@vytautaskryzius2556]

@@AG-rr3qd how does it work ? Any update ?

[@AG-rr3qd]

@@vytautaskryzius2556 it’s worth it, it gives as many reads as you need. The part where I read it would only release 1 VIN numbers information was wildly inaccurate. It’s a great tool!!

[@xfrog62]

Please help! I have a 2011 535ix N55 F10. I bought a Foxwell NT510 scanner and it is unable to reset the service due and the oil change alert. I want a new scanner that will do this but don’t want to waste any more money. Any advice? Thanks

[@ef4768]

can you flip cars without the fixing part ? cause i dont know anything about fixing cars.

[@efrengonzalez5534]

The idea is to get a car for cheap to fix it's issues. Then you will get profit from fixing it yourself. You don't want to spend more or close to what the car would sell for.

[@desipranksterz7909]

Hey buddy appreciate the video, do any of these scanners report live data? I want be able to use one to determine if the odometer has been rolled back or not

[@BuddysDIY]

The 450 dollar one reports live data for all functions

[@trendmarcevan7342]

My $20 one does

[@davidhopkins8518]

Which one of these is best to pinpoint an actual sensor? I'm tired of getting these generic codes. I have a 2005 X3 BMW with P0171 and P0174. I've replaced the Oxygen Sensors, but it came right back on. I just hate having to guess at which sensors are bad. There are no known vacuum leaks either... So all I want is a scanner that says it's this sensor that is bad, so I don't have to guess at which 5 sensors it could be. Which one do you think will be best??

[@imindough]

I am looking for one also have you had any luck David?

[@SquidCS]

Idk if you are still having those issues with your car but idk why you would replace an o2 sensor bc of those codes, usually you only need to change an o2 if you get a code for them. Those codes are bank 1 and bank 2 going lean which could mean a number of problems but none of which you would really be able to find out by hooking a scanner up to it. Theres a ton of places you could be getting a vacuum leak from expecially on a bmw so that could range from a hose being cracked or your throttle body or intake manifold gasket leaking. The other way is that you could not be getting enough fuel from either a weak fuel pump or clogged injectors. You can hook up a fuel pressure gauge to see if your fuel pump is giving the correct amount of pressure but that doesnt rule out the injectors being clogged

[@RagingBull721]

What about Bluetooth code readers like BlueDriver, u should make a video on them

[@joelveira3795]

Can the Innova work on Japanese vehicles

[@salvadormoran8364]

Which one can rest the seatbelts and airbags

[@bcooke2121]

Will the $100 scanner let you know if your torque convertor is bad??

[@F142Lock]

Good job Budy man! Are u in SE Fl?

[@BuddysDIY]

Im in Melbourne homie

[@F142Lock]

@@BuddysDIY coll man, I'm Hollywood. Keep doing what you doing You gonna get far, people like you videos ! Also do Autorepairs and simple stuff that people look to learn from you. I'll buy you a coffe on my way through Melbourne.

[@josephmedina4197]

Do you know any good scanners for vehicles that are 1994 and older because as you might know they have a weird connectors

[@maninbootsuk]

can any of those perform a (forced purge) on a DPF...?

[@waynesworld8930]

Im a new sub.

[@alexguerra2398]

Hi buddy do you recomend the innova 6030 scaner ?

[@MPulicci78]

Can you program keys? Adjust shift firmness? Change fuel maps? (Thief stole one of my cats)? With the $100 dollar one or Dino need the $500 dollar one? Thanks Mike

[@deerhunter8533]

None of that

[@NosaOjo-ms1te]

Can the 100dollar stuff work without starting the car sir

[@migch28]

Why the emission test says not available?

[@adanr150]

The 500$ scanner not popping up on Amazon. What brand is it

[@jaquaarweeden1526]

Does the 500$ reader do abs for ALL models? I thought I read it only does abs for some models not all

[@brandonewing5468]

Will that last reader program keys?

[@Mattjor]

Does the expensive tool come with the camera attachment

[@siddigelhindi3751]

Can I use it will the car is moving

[@elliotthope1]

“The refresh rate on this thing is super fast. Remember it was every half a second it was refreshing on the other live date for the $100 scanner, this thing refreshes a couple times a second “. So they literally refresh at the exact same rate. Once every half second is the same thing as a couple times a second.

[@waynesworld8930]

thanks your good,keep it up!

[@isaacgalvan8494]

Will this program key fobs

[@dwill_thegod]

Do any of these let me relearn the CKP I keep throwin code P0315 in my 08 Dodge Avenger 2.4L my basic little scanner won’t do it.

[@victorcenteno3678]

Can the 500 dollar scanner relearn a crankshaft position sensor on a 2016 Honda Accord?

[@stevebilenky4059]

Will the $100 scanner work on a 99 mercedes R129 Sl500

[@Demaxxii]

Do you prefer think tool mini or cr max

[@Leeam.092]

I need any opinions about autel maxiap 200

[@voice_crack_gamer6937]

what about the blue driver that chrisfix uses

[@WaynesAdventure]

Wow that’s nice

[@firstname-qq3xp]

Gotta try this test next with some microphones because my ears are hurting with the current one.

[@danielsgrunge]

For 500 that's a hell of a tool

[@DylanJacob23]

Does the $500 scanner have obd1 attachments?

[@justbking6699]

What about ones like FIXD that use bluetooth to a cell phone?

[@hiabst]

Do you know about the carly obd? It costs 150€ i think and connects to your phone

[@ncooty]

@8:07: Ah yes, the huge difference between "every half a second" and "a couple of times a second." 🤔

[@vitalikll7028]

Hey the second scanner will it tell me if a spark plug is miss firing or with cylinder

[@BuddysDIY]

Yes!

[@T0tenkampf]

Thinktool mini is discontinued , is the replacement in function the platinum s6?

[@BuddysDIY]

Let me check. That is for letting me know

[@BuddysDIY]

Just changed the link. Let me know if that works please.

[@T0tenkampf]

@@BuddysDIY yes it works. Do I understand this correctly that you have to buy a different diagnostic module for every make of car and then that is only good for a year then you have to drop another 50 to 110 bucks for new diagnostics and reset codes? Their website isnt clear and that's a lot of money to drop on a tool without knowing the additional costs.

[@marcelodimase7750]

so, is the thinktool mini working? is this the device that buddy used to program the key of that jeep he flipped?

[@rickybobby7326]

Hey Amazon don't carry the 500$ anymore what would you suggest?

[@BuddysDIY]

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[@rickybobby7326]

Awesome thank you !

[@Dannyvinmiami]

Is the 6100p better then 5210 innova

[@heshamelhashmey4538]

OBD 100$ can it check the original odometer ??

[@BuddysDIY]

I don't believe so. You'd have to check the Amazon link

[@rawlemajor3385]

How do you program keys

[@dylanh6998]

I just ordered the Autel MD806 Pro, what are your thoughts on that scanner? Worth the cost?

[@ttttopobdddd6632]

Nice choice