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:
| Item | Launch X431 Pro5 | Thinkcar Thinktool Pro |
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| Screen | 10.1 inch 1920×1200 | 10-inch |
| Operating system | Andriod 9.0 | Andriod 10.0 |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB |
| ROM | 64GB | 64GB |
| Battery | 7000mAh/3.8v | 6000mAh |
| Camera | Rear 8.0 MP/ Front 5.0 MP | 8.0 MP Pixel Rear Camera |
| VCI | SmartBox 3.0 | VCI Bluetooth adapter |
| Connection | USB/Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Multi-language | Yes, 24 languages | 13 English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Japanese, Dutch, Hungarian, Traditional Chinese |
| CAN FD protocol | Yes | |
| DoIP protocol | Yes | |
| Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes |
| Bi-Directional Control | Yes | Yes |
| ECU coding | Yes | Yes |
| VAG Guided Function | Yes | Yes |
| Service Function | 50 | 40+ |
| ECU Programming | Yes, built-in BMW and Benz online programming, Smartbox J2534 OEM programming | No |
| Topology Mapping | Yes | Yes |
| AutoVin | Yes | Yes |
| FCA Autoauth | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer Compatibility | Yes, Buy Launch X431 X-PROG 3+ IMMO Function Service | – |
| Truck diagnostics | Yes, with truck software and kit | – |
| TPMS | Yes, with TSGUN/i-TPMS | Yes, Need Extra ThinkTPMS G1 Tire Relearn Tool |
| Battery test | With BST-360 battery tester | With Thinkcar battery tester |
| Videoscope | With VSP-600 videoscope | With Thinkcar Videoscope |
| ADAS | Yes, need ADAS kit | Yes with ADAS kit |
| WiFi print | Yes with wifi printer | Yes with thinkcar printer |
| Scopebox | – | Yes with thinkcar Scopebox |
| Update | 2 years free update, 1 Year subscription is $350/year | 2 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.