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Launch X431 Pro5 and Thinktool Pro Which is Better?

What’s the difference between the Launch X431 Pro5 and Thinktool Pro di-directional scanners?

 

We’re about to dissect these tools from every angle to help you make an informed decision.

First of all, check a table comparison below:

ItemLaunch X431 Pro5Thinkcar Thinktool Pro
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launch x431 pro5
thinktool pro
Screen10.1 inch 1920×120010-inch
Operating systemAndriod 9.0Andriod 10.0
RAM4GB4GB
ROM64GB64GB
Battery7000mAh/3.8v6000mAh
CameraRear 8.0 MP/ Front 5.0 MP8.0 MP Pixel Rear Camera
VCISmartBox 3.0VCI Bluetooth adapter
ConnectionUSB/BluetoothBluetooth
Multi-languageYes, 24 languages13 English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Japanese, Dutch, Hungarian, Traditional Chinese
CAN FD protocolYes
DoIP protocolYes
Full system diagnosticYesYes
Bi-Directional ControlYesYes
ECU codingYesYes
VAG Guided FunctionYesYes
Service Function5040+
ECU ProgrammingYes, built-in BMW and Benz online programming, Smartbox J2534 OEM programmingNo
Topology MappingYesYes
AutoVinYesYes
FCA AutoauthYesYes
Immobilizer CompatibilityYes, X-prog3 and advanced IMMO package–
Truck diagnosticsYes, with truck software and kit–
TPMSYes, with TSGUN/i-TPMSYes, Need Extra ThinkTPMS G1 Tire Relearn Tool
Battery testWith BST-360 battery testerWith Thinkcar battery tester
VideoscopeWith VSP-600 videoscopeWith Thinkcar Videoscope
ADASYes, need ADAS kitYes with ADAS kit
WiFi printYes with wifi printerYes with thinkcar printer
Scopebox–Yes with thinkcar Scopebox
Update2 years free update, 1 Year subscription is $350/year2 years free update
Price$1,199$1,168

 

In sum:

Both tools have advanced bi-directional control capabilities that allow precise diagnostics and component testing making it a go-to choice for professionals.

Launch X431 Pro 5 comes with Smartbox J2534 passthru, it supports built-in BMW and Mercedes online programming and J2534 OEM online programming with online subscription. Thinktool pro only with Bluetooth VCI, it cannot do online programming. (Only Thinktool Pros+ supports online programming, see attchment image)

Pro5 supports CAN FD and DoIP protocols. Thinktool does not. 

Pro5 supports heavy duty add-on module, Thinktool pro does not. 

Both have 2 years free update.

For the price, Launch X431 pro5 is a better buy. 

 

 

FYI: Thinktool Pros+ vs Thinktool Pro vs Thinktool Pros

Thinktool Pros+ vs Thinktool Pro vs Thinktool Pros

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