I recently purchased a unique Autel Code scanner to upgrade from the basic $15 code reader I had for many years. The model is called DIAGLINK and it is marketed as the DIY Version of their full fledged MD802 model.
The Diaglink is for the homeowner who only maintains a few vehicle brands. It is NOT for the car enthusiast that is neighborhood mechanic and/or tinkers on many different brands. You get one free vehicle brand software download. You can buy as many more as you wish for $10 each. At some point, the MD802 becomes a better choice.
The Diaglink has been on sale weekly on Amazon's "lightning sale" for $87 with 2 day free delivery. The full fledged MD802 can be found for about $180 to $209, but beware there are 2 MD802 versions : 4 systems (OBD,TCM,ABS,SRS) and ALL Systems (all available electronic systems...HVAC, Body, TPMS...10-15 depending on vehicle). The Diaglink is "All Systems".
This is a pretty powerful scanner for $87, IF you think you only need a few vehicle brands. It is a computer, so like all computers it might be obsolete in 5 years or so.
I put it through its paces and am satisfied with its operation and value. It is not bidirectional nor pro level, and all that infers. Software updates are now free on Autel handheld units.
I will be glad to answer any questions. I learned a lot during my research of similar Innova, Bosch (Actron,OTC), Autel, and Launch products.
The Diaglink is for the homeowner who only maintains a few vehicle brands. It is NOT for the car enthusiast that is neighborhood mechanic and/or tinkers on many different brands. You get one free vehicle brand software download. You can buy as many more as you wish for $10 each. At some point, the MD802 becomes a better choice.
The Diaglink has been on sale weekly on Amazon's "lightning sale" for $87 with 2 day free delivery. The full fledged MD802 can be found for about $180 to $209, but beware there are 2 MD802 versions : 4 systems (OBD,TCM,ABS,SRS) and ALL Systems (all available electronic systems...HVAC, Body, TPMS...10-15 depending on vehicle). The Diaglink is "All Systems".
This is a pretty powerful scanner for $87, IF you think you only need a few vehicle brands. It is a computer, so like all computers it might be obsolete in 5 years or so.
I put it through its paces and am satisfied with its operation and value. It is not bidirectional nor pro level, and all that infers. Software updates are now free on Autel handheld units.
I will be glad to answer any questions. I learned a lot during my research of similar Innova, Bosch (Actron,OTC), Autel, and Launch products.