Sprinter Scan tool

[ScrapIron]

Im looking at getting an OBD scan tool for my 2021 Sprinter 3.0L V-6 diesel. I dont have any issues at this time but i want to be prepared for when it does start throwing codes.

I dont want one of the cheapies but i aslo dont want to break the bank trying to setup a Xentry laptop or buying the best of the best. Im thinking a unit in the $800 to $1000 range should get a decent scanner that can reset mil lights and read codes.

Anyone have any experience with which ones are good quality for the money?

 

[JFlo-SMB]

Here's what you want: THINKDIAG Car Scanner - Advanced Car Diagnostic Tool

I have the Xentry clone, and the ThinkDiag does 90% of what Xentry does.

 

[ScrapIron]

Where did you get your verison of Xentry?

 

[JFlo-SMB]

Where did you get your verison of Xentry?

Ordered a clone from AliExpress.

 

[ScrapIron]

Ordered a clone from AliExpress.

I would do that but i have read to many stories about people paying for it and it doesnt work

 

[Fitz2]

JFlo knows what he is talking about, thus I would give serious consideration to the scanner he references.

I have been using a Blue Driver scanner and have been happy with its performance. I haven't compared it to the THINKDIAG, but may do so if the future.

I documented several examples of the Blue Driver in my build thread, one such example is found on Page 38, Post 754. Fitz’ 2016 Sprinter 4x4 RB 150S Build

 

[Big_ern_101]

The Xentry clones from AliExpress take some fiddling but they do work just fine. Gotta know how computers work and how to read the tutorials, dont expect a plug in solution.

 

[quietglow]

Here's what you want: THINKDIAG Car Scanner - Advanced Car Diagnostic Tool

I have the Xentry clone, and the ThinkDiag does 90% of what Xentry does.

Does this one require a yearly subscription for software/app? Their site offers bundles with the software, but I can't tell if I actually need it.

Apparently, you get the first year free, then $39 a year (which kills it for me)

 

[quietglow]

After doing a ton of reading over at the sprinter-source, I can see the justification for the yearly costs. This is closer to the Xentry than it is a basic code reader. I am going to get one just for the test functionality.