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Bidirectional Scan Tools

Our pick

INNOVA CarScan Pro 5610

Choose the INNOVA CarScan Pro 5610 for supported active diagnostic tests and repair guidance. Check that the test you need is available for your vehicle.1

Why this one

  • Supported bidirectional controls let you command a component during a diagnostic test and observe its response.1
  • Its ASE-verified repair guidance helps you decide what to investigate after identifying a fault.1
  • There are no update fees.1

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INNOVA CarScan Pro 5610

The alternatives

Other contenders

  • Bosch ADS 525x

    Consider the Bosch ADS 525x for its wireless VCI, 8-inch screen and live-data graphing. The first software subscription year is included; check renewal terms before buying.47

Buying advice

  • Confirm the exact vehicle and active-test coverage rather than assuming every component can be commanded.14

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Every specification for these products
SpecificationINNOVA CarScan Pro 5610Bosch ADS 525xFoxwell Diag NT809
Codes It Reads and ClearsGeneric powertrain only1All module enhanced codes3Generic powertrain only5
Vehicle Systems CoveredAll electronic modules1All electronic modules4All electronic modules6
Bidirectional ControlBidirectional Control1bi-directional4Bi-directional Capablilities6
Service Resets and RelearnsNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Cost to Keep It CurrentFree lifetime updates1Free updates fixed term then paid4Free updates fixed term then paid6
How It ConnectsCorded cable (Tested configuration: Physical OBD2 diagnostic link of the 5610 handheld to the vehicle DLC; manual tool-ID revision0x03C5/0x0665. Bluetooth connection to a companion mobile application is separate.)2Wireless vci4Not published
Repair GuidanceVerified fixes with parts and procedures1Not publishedBuilt in code definitions6
Live Data ParametersNot publishedNot publishedNot published
EV & Hybrid Battery DiagnosticsHv battery state of health1Not publishedNot published
Time to First CodeNot publishedNot publishedNot published

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INNOVA CarScan Pro 5610, model photo 1

INNOVA CarScan Pro 5610

Codes It Reads and Clears
Generic powertrain only1
Cost to Keep It Current
Free lifetime updates1
How It Connects
Corded cable (Tested configuration: Physical OBD2 diagnostic link of the 5610 handheld to the vehicle DLC; manual tool-ID revision0x03C5/0x0665. Bluetooth connection to a companion mobile application is separate.)2
Repair Guidance
Verified fixes with parts and procedures1
Bosch ADS 525x, model photo 1

Bosch ADS 525x

Codes It Reads and Clears
All module enhanced codes3
Cost to Keep It Current
Free updates fixed term then paid4
How It Connects
Wireless vci4
Repair Guidance
Not published
Foxwell Diag NT809, model photo 1

Foxwell Diag NT809

Codes It Reads and Clears
Generic powertrain only5
Cost to Keep It Current
Free updates fixed term then paid6
How It Connects
Not published
Repair Guidance
Built in code definitions6

How they compare

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SpecificationOur pickINNOVA CarScan Pro 5610Bosch ADS 525xFoxwell Diag NT809
Codes It Reads and ClearsGeneric powertrain only1All module enhanced codes3Generic powertrain only5
Vehicle Systems CoveredAll electronic modules1All electronic modules4All electronic modules6
Bidirectional ControlBidirectional Control1bi-directional4Bi-directional Capablilities6
Service Resets and RelearnsNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Cost to Keep It CurrentFree lifetime updates1Free updates fixed term then paid4Free updates fixed term then paid6
How It ConnectsCorded cable (Tested configuration: Physical OBD2 diagnostic link of the 5610 handheld to the vehicle DLC; manual tool-ID revision0x03C5/0x0665. Bluetooth connection to a companion mobile application is separate.)2Wireless vci4Not published
Repair GuidanceVerified fixes with parts and procedures1Not publishedBuilt in code definitions6
Live Data ParametersNot publishedNot publishedNot published
EV & Hybrid Battery DiagnosticsHv battery state of health1Not publishedNot published
Time to First CodeNot publishedNot publishedNot published

Sources

  1. www.innova.com
  2. cdn.shopify.com
  3. www.vehicleservicepros.com
  4. www.boschdiagnostics.com
  5. www.manualslib.com
  6. www.foxwelldiag.com
  7. www.boschdiagnostics.com