@@litbasegaming3465who said I was joking? Do you know me all you know me is from TH-cam you don’t know me personally so don’t talk about joking you have no clue about my real name you only know my TH-cam name let’s not get it twisted
There are many negative comments already... I would say you jumped into the video without explaining or comparing side to side other scanners. You have a huge audience (around 300k), so I think respectfully, you can do better. In the UI for instance... Autel is superior because each icon has a tag on what the task is. This is because each scan company has its own icons and in this scanner your will have to press every icon so that you get the explanation of what the icon does... and that is not user friendly (looking at the icons in the diagnostics tab). Having said that, I hope you make a second part with hands on comparison... so far... to many adjectives... but no evidence IMO why it is better besides the gorilla picture and the matrix wallpaper.
I think he may not have been as clear as he thought when he said he was excited about talking about it and the manufacturer told him to hold off until the official release of the scanner to the public. I took that as an implied "use" prior to the official release. It has been available to mechanics for a few months. Especially here in the United States. It is a pretty capable scanner, especially for the money. I am saying that as a mechanic who uses the more expensive professional equipment from Autel and Snap-on. And no I have no connection to Thinkcar whatsoever.
Its not the scan tool - it's the update renewal licence price - they lure you in with a cheap scanner then ream you for the update Check the update price before buying ANYTHING !!
You are extremely (overly) enthusiastic about a product that it appears you have yet to use in the real world. I agree it does look the business from a features point of view, but it also looks to me to be quite fragile, with minimal protection from normal bumps and dings. I hope it is all you say it is, especially if it is at the right price point, but you really need to test it before making any claims as to its usability/suitability. Also you didn't mention contract/support periods or renewal costs. A lot more questions than answers at this point.
For beginners this tool is great, but for more tricky problems this just can show you the DTC error :D . For example when you are dealing with wiring issues, are this tool have all the diagrams for all the electrical components no matter what make? I don't believe. I like this channel very well, but i don't like to see that kind of videos. Looks like everything is for the money. :)
And no it cant program. It doesnt have the selection for programming. Autel does because it comes with BMW server access so you update All modules softwares As well module coding when you replace radars or headlights or what ever. This one cant mate.
A nice GUI means nothing. Will it do things that others like the iCarSoft can't? If so, show us. Will it work on more finicky models? Show us! All you keep selling throughout is how good it looks. We want how good it works.
Go and watch many of my other videos with launch and you will see it works the same as them but for fraction of the cost the UI is very important as that is what is different the UI is launch and I have many videos regarding that already with all its uses.
I have followed BMW Doctor for a way long time now, but of late he certainly seems to be taking the wrong path imo!! Keep it real bro, or you may turn into one of this dude's TH-cam channels!!! no link to it, so just type it in to view. >>>>>>> ( :Diagnostic Worldz - BMW E39 5 Series Airbag Light Reset: ) aka the odoman
I bought one three weeks ago hands-down this is definitely way better way faster than Autel I am so happy I bought the scanner. I use it more than any other scanner I have in my shop. I highly recommend the scanner no joke. This thing is so powerful.
Is this a Bi Directional Scan Tool ? Do you have to pay every year ? Or is this free updates . ? Does it do Compresion test for sparks ? Does it do fuel pressure test ?
@alphacartuninghull4859 A. How do you know this and B. What makes it nothing special? Please can you explain as rather than just making a short statement it would greatly help those of us who are just getting into getting these tools :) cheers.
@@BoostyGeoff unless it does programming like a j2534 device, or smart key programming, there really isn’t much that it can do to make it better than everything else. The fact that it is said to be in the $350 price range says that it will do neither of those things. There doesn’t appear to be anywhere to plug test leads in, so if it can perform any metering functions it will require a separate multimeter/scope module. A service like identifix would increase its value, but not enough to surpass everything else on the market. The most optimistic future for the tool is that it can do the same thing a $700 tool from other brands can. Knowing the price of other ThinkCar products, I would venture to say that a $350 price tag is wishful thinking and I expect this tool to end up in the $500-$800 range when on sale at the largest discount. There is just physically no way for it to be better. All it can be is cheaper, and I won’t hold my breath for that. Launch, TopDon, Kingbolen, and XTool have always had better prices than ThinkCar, and I will be absolutely shocked if that changes.
@@BoostyGeoff These companies all use the same software from a company called "launch". Launch and Autel are specilized in software for OBD scanners but they don't give you a nice looking device with a update to date android version. I mean, autel still runs on android 7 or 8, which is like from 2010 or so(?). Launch uses newers software but still out of date but I find their software way faster than autel. These companies like topdon, thinkcar and the likes use the sofware of launch but make their own UI and buy their devices from different companies than Launch does. I think Launch doesn't always buy from Lenovo while these companies do. I find the title to be clickbait as the companies I mentioned and are stated in the title, come from the same factory in China. So that's why it's all the same. The best bart about this scan tool is that it does everything while having life time updates. This is a first. Normally you have to pay like 200 euros anually to get the latest updates (it will still run, but won't work on newer cars and doesn't get bug fixes if there are any). So I hope this helps ;-)
@@BoostyGeoff It is common knowledge that thinkcar tools underlying software is Launch. I have snapon/Autel/topdon/thinkcar. I can tell you from my own collection that thinkcar/topdon/harborfreight and several others are using launch diagnostic software that is reskinned with a slightly gui. Autel is their own software line. I bought a thinkcar (one of the smaller units) and found the software disappointing. Than I saw many people were happy with their topdons (including on IATN) so I got a screaming deal from NAPA on a top of the line topdon largest tablet with scope. I thought maybe the top of the line unit was better version of launch software. I found it very very disappointing. If I had bought it at full price I would have been very angry. I can say the same thing concerning snapon Zeus. If I had paid full price for it I would have been very angry for what it is. Autel is still the best as long as you dont older than maybe 2005-2010 . Older stuff and graphing pids on any year is where the snapon shines.
Looks pretty usable. When they can come up with a scan tool for under $200.00 US millions of people will buy them . Most just can’t afford to buy these tools at current prices.
I can see the excitement. I wouldn't call this the best out there. It's hardware is running on Android 10 which is approaching 6 years old. Battery life is on the weak side, there are 80 bux tablet out with 4x the hardware specs. The biggest selling point for this device is you don't need to pay for annual subscription fee. The upfront cost is all you paid. At least that's what they're advertising
Been looking into it for a while & after watching couple of vid's I finally made a purchase today cost like $479.16 this is quite a purchase for my personal use and hope it'll last long 🙂
what the price pal 🤣🤣🤣🤣 just kidding shows i was listening though 🤪🤪🤪 man they have come along way i still have one of there originals somewhere and it was let’s say not the best 😵💫 looks like a solid bit of kit for sure . now then do you need ista now days not so much but i do use it now and then for wiring diagrams and tech info . one thing i will say is test test and test again any scan tool is just that a scan tool give you an indication of the issue not the holy grail of “oh yes your dme is cattle trucked mate” but i don’t need to tell you that more for the folks that think a scan tool can harry potter your car . takes a bit more than that
I bought the Launch X431 919E almost 2 years ago. It's fantastic, and almost a little overkill for my use. I paid $330 + VAT. How does it compare to the Thinkscan?
@@mcplutt Thinkcar use Launch software, Thinkcar you need to suscribe else thé diagnostic tool will not work. Original Launch tool can be used without blocking.
Can it do the (Initialization) ie relearn of replacement clutch parts on the Toyota Aygo and Citreon C1 alike i think comes under the tools function reference as Multi Mode transmission or MMT and shows Exchange parts replacement? thanks
Thank you for the informative videos. Appreciate the effort that you put it ...But my question is -- why buy a scan tool when there is ISTA+ available?
would like to know if this tool can update or code the VIN to LCM or Airbag module while the used hardware installed after repair. i am suffering these problems after replacement of LCM and Airbag modules back to my bmw z4 E85. and the warning light always on thought the Lamp and airbag function properly
Hi. I have a 2004 x3 3.0i E83 and I finally have ista/d/p installed on my laptop. Now I see this video. Should I buy the Icom Next A or this? Any help appreciated. Thank you for the videos!!!
Hi Dean Thanks for your brilliant videos. I have a 2008 BMW E60 525i 3.0ltr saloon. N53 engine and having some of the issues mentioned in your videos on and off. Would like to pay and get the BMW update done from you as mentioned in several of your previous videos. Much appreciated if you can please let me know the procedure or the pathway how I can get it done from your website or direct please. Take care Nishan
Ok this is a first look at this scanner not a review. It looks interesting. I purchase one of their older smaller scanners and sent it right back. So more competition is good. I woul like to know if you can program keys with it or is it just a regular scanner? Let us know when you test that.
Autel ultra software is far more refined. It is just reskinned launch software on this tool just like the rest of the thinkcar tools and Topdon. I have Topdon and autel ultra. I can assure you that the autel ultra software is better, although thinkcar/Topdon/launch does have more native programming . Best option is to have ultra along with one of the launch based tools + Snap-on for its graphing.
Thank you for a video. Thinktool has very good hardware quality with Launch software. I had Master 2 before. Hopefully they added extra functions more then Launch has. Would be nice to see Thinktool 399 and see what price ;o) I'd say it will be very expensive AI diagnostics.
I have the Think scan 7 i hope they release a update to do the ELV reset and EWS as thats what i bought it for i did a recent update on it not sure if they added it even as a purchase would be nice
Thanks for the video it looks like a very user friendly device the screen looks super sharp and fairly easy to use i do like how it explains the faults one to look out for
That is like my thinktool mini that Good only for scanning DTC .on toyota fail to do force DPF regen,EGR and throttle reset and many functions stated.yes free update but you need to pay/buy annual subscription do bi-directional function $49.99 per year for every car make.
Opening this for the first time, eh? You surely do sound very hype-py on this product for it not to be a cheap advertisement!
If this is not a paid promotion then I'm the pope, you say it's brilliant and you'd only just got it out of the box 😞
It’s funny you say that as my ancestor was a pope hence my second name Borgia and yes I’m very much like my ancestors
Not sure it’s paid but does most things autell does, would have liked to have seen some coding, think I’ll pass on this review
At least he's not selling the goods at his home abode, as does "one" prolific scan tool seller on YT.!!!🤠
@@allycarr5588 LMAO 😂seems you bin Googling "Bavarian Dominator @ the Review Centre"
@@litbasegaming3465who said I was joking? Do you know me all you know me is from TH-cam you don’t know me personally so don’t talk about joking you have no clue about my real name you only know my TH-cam name let’s not get it twisted
There are many negative comments already... I would say you jumped into the video without explaining or comparing side to side other scanners. You have a huge audience (around 300k), so I think respectfully, you can do better. In the UI for instance... Autel is superior because each icon has a tag on what the task is. This is because each scan company has its own icons and in this scanner your will have to press every icon so that you get the explanation of what the icon does... and that is not user friendly (looking at the icons in the diagnostics tab). Having said that, I hope you make a second part with hands on comparison... so far... to many adjectives... but no evidence IMO why it is better besides the gorilla picture and the matrix wallpaper.
I think he may not have been as clear as he thought when he said he was excited about talking about it and the manufacturer told him to hold off until the official release of the scanner to the public. I took that as an implied "use" prior to the official release. It has been available to mechanics for a few months. Especially here in the United States. It is a pretty capable scanner, especially for the money. I am saying that as a mechanic who uses the more expensive professional equipment from Autel and Snap-on. And no I have no connection to Thinkcar whatsoever.
Its not the scan tool - it's the update renewal licence price - they lure you in with a cheap scanner then ream you for the update
Check the update price before buying ANYTHING !!
@@colinblythe3710 just checked the website and says
Free lifetime updates, no subscription fees
Seems promising
Free lifetime updates
@@clive3076 yes free life time update and cannot do bi-directional functions,you need to buy $49.99 per year for every car make.
@@clive3076 I know that Topdon are doing that, are these too?
But who's lifetime do they mean?
Your just bullshiting on the scan tool
You are extremely (overly) enthusiastic about a product that it appears you have yet to use in the real world. I agree it does look the business from a features point of view, but it also looks to me to be quite fragile, with minimal protection from normal bumps and dings. I hope it is all you say it is, especially if it is at the right price point, but you really need to test it before making any claims as to its usability/suitability. Also you didn't mention contract/support periods or renewal costs. A lot more questions than answers at this point.
could give a damn if its covered in pretty flowers
does it do whats needed?
pretty poor review
For beginners this tool is great, but for more tricky problems this just can show you the DTC error :D . For example when you are dealing with wiring issues, are this tool have all the diagrams for all the electrical components no matter what make? I don't believe. I like this channel very well, but i don't like to see that kind of videos. Looks like everything is for the money. :)
And no it cant program.
It doesnt have the selection for programming.
Autel does because it comes with BMW server access so you update All modules softwares
As well module coding when you replace radars or headlights or what ever.
This one cant mate.
what model and what's the price compared to this?
A nice GUI means nothing. Will it do things that others like the iCarSoft can't? If so, show us. Will it work on more finicky models? Show us! All you keep selling throughout is how good it looks. We want how good it works.
Go and watch many of my other videos with launch and you will see it works the same as them but for fraction of the cost the UI is very important as that is what is different the UI is launch and I have many videos regarding that already with all its uses.
BMW Doctor….What a chancer….He’s become a joke of late..Just click bait advertising .
I have followed BMW Doctor for a way long time now, but of late he certainly seems to be taking the wrong path imo!! Keep it real bro, or you may turn into one of this dude's TH-cam channels!!! no link to it, so just type it in to view.
>>>>>>> ( :Diagnostic Worldz - BMW E39 5 Series Airbag Light Reset: ) aka the odoman
I was intrigued until topology wasn't present.
Must be a pro mechanic needing topology?
I bought one three weeks ago hands-down this is definitely way better way faster than Autel I am so happy I bought the scanner. I use it more than any other scanner I have in my shop. I highly recommend the scanner no joke. This thing is so powerful.
Pretty sure this looks like a mirror of the Launch Creader Elite V2.0 I just purchased...
Can it program keys? Specially VW.
Is this a Bi Directional Scan Tool ? Do you have to pay every year ? Or is this free updates . ? Does it do Compresion test for sparks ? Does it do fuel pressure test ?
Built on Launch platform similar to Topdon , etc.... . So nothing special.
@alphacartuninghull4859 A. How do you know this and B. What makes it nothing special? Please can you explain as rather than just making a short statement it would greatly help those of us who are just getting into getting these tools :) cheers.
@@BoostyGeoff unless it does programming like a j2534 device, or smart key programming, there really isn’t much that it can do to make it better than everything else. The fact that it is said to be in the $350 price range says that it will do neither of those things. There doesn’t appear to be anywhere to plug test leads in, so if it can perform any metering functions it will require a separate multimeter/scope module. A service like identifix would increase its value, but not enough to surpass everything else on the market. The most optimistic future for the tool is that it can do the same thing a $700 tool from other brands can. Knowing the price of other ThinkCar products, I would venture to say that a $350 price tag is wishful thinking and I expect this tool to end up in the $500-$800 range when on sale at the largest discount. There is just physically no way for it to be better. All it can be is cheaper, and I won’t hold my breath for that. Launch, TopDon, Kingbolen, and XTool have always had better prices than ThinkCar, and I will be absolutely shocked if that changes.
@@BoostyGeoff These companies all use the same software from a company called "launch". Launch and Autel are specilized in software for OBD scanners but they don't give you a nice looking device with a update to date android version. I mean, autel still runs on android 7 or 8, which is like from 2010 or so(?). Launch uses newers software but still out of date but I find their software way faster than autel. These companies like topdon, thinkcar and the likes use the sofware of launch but make their own UI and buy their devices from different companies than Launch does. I think Launch doesn't always buy from Lenovo while these companies do. I find the title to be clickbait as the companies I mentioned and are stated in the title, come from the same factory in China. So that's why it's all the same. The best bart about this scan tool is that it does everything while having life time updates. This is a first. Normally you have to pay like 200 euros anually to get the latest updates (it will still run, but won't work on newer cars and doesn't get bug fixes if there are any). So I hope this helps ;-)
@@BoostyGeoff It is common knowledge that thinkcar tools underlying software is Launch. I have snapon/Autel/topdon/thinkcar. I can tell you from my own collection that thinkcar/topdon/harborfreight and several others are using launch diagnostic software that is reskinned with a slightly gui. Autel is their own software line. I bought a thinkcar (one of the smaller units) and found the software disappointing. Than I saw many people were happy with their topdons (including on IATN) so I got a screaming deal from NAPA on a top of the line topdon largest tablet with scope. I thought maybe the top of the line unit was better version of launch software. I found it very very disappointing. If I had bought it at full price I would have been very angry. I can say the same thing concerning snapon Zeus. If I had paid full price for it I would have been very angry for what it is. Autel is still the best as long as you dont older than maybe 2005-2010 . Older stuff and graphing pids on any year is where the snapon shines.
The king of clickbait? 😊 And what about the price? $1k ?
Nope it’s going to be around $350 actually from what they have said
@@BMWDoctor OK not that bad I guess 🙂
I have just purchased this device I hope it does what it states it does. Lifetime Updates is a real Bonus imo.
Did you?
Looks pretty usable. When they can come up with a scan tool for under $200.00 US millions of people will buy them . Most just can’t afford to buy these tools at current prices.
I can see the excitement. I wouldn't call this the best out there. It's hardware is running on Android 10 which is approaching 6 years old. Battery life is on the weak side, there are 80 bux tablet out with 4x the hardware specs. The biggest selling point for this device is you don't need to pay for annual subscription fee. The upfront cost is all you paid. At least that's what they're advertising
Been looking into it for a while & after watching couple of vid's I finally made a purchase today cost like $479.16 this is quite a purchase for my personal use and hope it'll last long 🙂
350??? for this??? does it do BMW EWS? will it do 3.3 EWS/ E38 EWS systems? Ill fuxking buy this thing tomorrow
Do what to a bmw EWS?
@@dv6399 where is 350? Says 550 euro on thinkcar web
I think he meant pound. Right now Aliexpress has them for around $450 USD on Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales.
what the price pal 🤣🤣🤣🤣 just kidding shows i was listening though 🤪🤪🤪 man they have come along way i still have one of there originals somewhere and it was let’s say not the best 😵💫 looks like a solid bit of kit for sure . now then do you need ista now days not so much but i do use it now and then for wiring diagrams and tech info . one thing i will say is test test and test again any scan tool is just that a scan tool give you an indication of the issue not the holy grail of “oh yes your dme is cattle trucked mate” but i don’t need to tell you that more for the folks that think a scan tool can harry potter your car . takes a bit more than that
Hello
I was thinking to buy the thickcar 689bt and i just would like to know if they have updated the device to see the car battery on the status bar
I love old vehicles, no such scan tool needed for my 1983 vehicle.😊
I've seen it in other reviews & it's brilliant
I bought the Launch X431 919E almost 2 years ago. It's fantastic, and almost a little overkill for my use. I paid $330 + VAT. How does it compare to the Thinkscan?
@@mcplutt Thinkcar use Launch software, Thinkcar you need to suscribe else thé diagnostic tool will not work. Original Launch tool can be used without blocking.
Can it do the (Initialization) ie relearn of replacement clutch parts on the Toyota Aygo and Citreon C1 alike i think comes under the tools function reference as Multi Mode transmission or MMT and shows Exchange parts replacement? thanks
@@gtibruce yes I have used it to relearn clutch on a honda civic similar to the toyota aygo and Citroen 1
Thank you for the informative videos. Appreciate the effort that you put it ...But my question is -- why buy a scan tool when there is ISTA+ available?
A scan tool that does every car brand....
it’s $600 and if doesn’t have the availability to do all keys lost on any it’s already way too expensive.
A quick question do you recommend taking off the fan clutch and fan and replacing them with the electric fan?
It worth, i have made that swap on my bmw e46, and everything works perfectly well even the same plug.
would like to know if this tool can update or code the VIN to LCM or Airbag module while the used hardware installed after repair. i am suffering these problems after replacement of LCM and Airbag modules back to my bmw z4 E85. and the warning light always on thought the Lamp and airbag function properly
Good job,I watched your videos anytime because the Sam work I do it a great job 👏 well done for anytime you showing newest product's congratulations
Will it work all the functions on iveco daily euro4 35s13 van by any chance please
Hi. I have a 2004 x3 3.0i E83 and I finally have ista/d/p installed on my laptop. Now I see this video. Should I buy the Icom Next A or this? Any help appreciated. Thank you for the videos!!!
It was not a mistake it says brake bleeding exhausts the air, (removes) you misunderstood it.
Hi Dean
Thanks for your brilliant videos.
I have a 2008 BMW E60 525i 3.0ltr saloon.
N53 engine and having some of the issues mentioned in your videos on and off.
Would like to pay and get the BMW update done from you as mentioned in several of your previous videos.
Much appreciated if you can please let me know the procedure or the pathway how I can get it done from your website or direct please.
Take care Nishan
Does this do Adas reprogramming
Any idea if it can do dpf reset values etc or it just regeneration? Thanks
Ok this is a first look at this scanner not a review. It looks interesting. I purchase one of their older smaller scanners and sent it right back. So more competition is good. I woul like to know if you can program keys with it or is it just a regular scanner? Let us know when you test that.
Hi Doc, can this tool code Comfort closure ie roof and mirrors on an F80
Does this have search function on live data yet?
Were do I buy that body warmer you wear - or the bmw jackets ? They look 👍🏼 me owner here so I'm worthie 😂
Will this update service history in the I Drive
When are we able to purchase this scan tool?
Autel ultra software is far more refined. It is just reskinned launch software on this tool just like the rest of the thinkcar tools and Topdon. I have Topdon and autel ultra. I can assure you that the autel ultra software is better, although thinkcar/Topdon/launch does have more native programming . Best option is to have ultra along with one of the launch based tools + Snap-on for its graphing.
Try searching for a specific live data stream in the endless list of streams available... Oh no, you can't. No search option...
What would you recommend for a code reader under $100 . . Any recommendations would be appreciated . . Thanks
Watched the vid, went to the website to look at the manual, no manual. Bzzzzt.
Topdon, Launch,Thinkcar, and Autel are owned by the same company.
Thank you for a video. Thinktool has very good hardware quality with Launch software. I had Master 2 before. Hopefully they added extra functions more then Launch has.
Would be nice to see Thinktool 399 and see what price ;o) I'd say it will be very expensive AI diagnostics.
I have the Think scan 7 i hope they release a update to do the ELV reset and EWS as thats what i bought it for i did a recent update on it not sure if they added it even as a purchase would be nice
Nice scan tool but why are car's getting more and more bloody complicated by day.
Reset dpf , top off additive , dpf sensor reset ... this is what I need and i dont think you have it
It has all them functions when I do next video you will see it way too many
@@BMWDoctor i need one
Does it code Ekpm fuel pump module?
I could not buy it, not available in the USA yet ad of 9 Dec, 2024.
How can i contact you for help connecting ista to my e39?
Its the same as the launch
Thinkcar IS part of Launch. How can they put Launch out of business. In fact Launch own Thinkdiag as well.
Not one new feature over the otofix im1
Autel topdon best scan tools out there buy ones with free lifetime updates
Thanks for the video it looks like a very user friendly device the screen looks super sharp and fairly easy to use i do like how it explains the faults one to look out for
But does it look good?
saw on amazon for $719.95
Hi mate, I can't wait to see what this machine can do 👍
Thinkcar belongs to or is part of Launch, do you think Launch will provide all for a sub brand? 😆
No topology either!
You must be pro mechanic needing topology?
You've said the same about launch that was £500 but did not do any better than a £120 Topdon ? you are paid for this review so you are biased really.
Not really convinced, you have not really shown what this tool can do. Already failed to read automatic vin read .
719 in usa on amazon
That is like my thinktool mini that Good only for scanning DTC .on toyota fail to do force DPF regen,EGR and throttle reset and many functions stated.yes free update but you need to pay/buy annual subscription do bi-directional function $49.99 per year for every car make.
Doesn't this tool use Launch software, how is it this tool will put them out of business. Total rookie 😂😊
SAME AS MUCAR. SAME SOFTWARE
Quero una de eso..
Aún no ha salido hermano, pero me encanta, será bueno cuando salga, estoy seguro de que la gente dirá lo que yo dije al respecto, es excelente.
Hi Dean
Nice one made other good video, Can you go through the car list coverage and also if dose any EV cars. Thanks mate 👍🏼
Thanks for sharing
Good stuff from a top guy! Informative and very helpful as always. Thanks 👍
Ive just received mine
Thanks for sharing