After learning that for some simple maintenance, on my 2022 Subaru Outback, I needed a bidirectional scan tool, I began looking for the best scan tool for me. After spending many hours comparing scan tools, viewing YouTube videos, contacting customer service at different companies for detailed lists of functionalities available for my car, I decided to purchase the Xtool IP919Pro. This tool gave me all the features I needed, at a reasonable price.
Here are a few reasons as to why I chose the IP919Pro.
1. It came with three years of software updates. The annual software updates can be pricey. Getting three years included from the get-go helped me reduce the immediate future costs and allowed me to purchase a higher-level scanner.
2. Customer service. They replied to my inquiries faster than other companies. They followed up in a professional manner. After my purchase they followed up and asked if I needed help, if the tool was working well and to let them know if I encountered problems.
3. Functionality. For my Outback this has all the special functions I was looking for. The Emergency Brake release for brake maintenance. ABS bleeding and manual transmission re-programming for when I replace the transmission fluid.
a. Topology—this has the easier topology view that is so much easier to navigate than a normal interface on other scanners.
b. The connection to the car is through a wireless WI-FI connection and not blue tooth. It can also connect through a cable for better stability for programming functions.
c. 42+ reset services. It has more than comparably priced units.
4. The reviews I watched on YouTube had more positive reviews for Xtool, calling out impressive functionality like Xtool scanners providing even the four digit security codes used for key programming, instead of having to reach out to the dealers to get that by VIN.
I have now used the tool to do emergency brake release for brake maintenance and resetting and the tool worked flawlessly. I used it to do a diagnosis of my car, and it flew through the module topology. Very fast. Some of the other tools seen in videos weren’t nearly as fast. It’s a powerful tool that will pay for itself repeatedly as I use it to maintain our vehicles.
It came with a quality case. It has a very nice charging stand. Many different adapter connections to different cars. The updates that I’ve done so far have been fast. I’ve had other regular scan tools, and the updates take a little more than what I’m seeing with this tool.
It’s an investment, and a need for all of us DIY mechanics, that will help us continue to maintain and work on our cars as much as possible.
| Manufacturer | XTOOL |
|---|---|
| Place of Business | xtoolscantool@outlook.com |
| Brand | XTOOL |
| Model | IP919PRO |
| Parcel Dimensions | 52.07 x 43.18 x 16 cm; 8.12 kg |
| Item model number | IP919 PRO |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Manufacturer part number | IP919PRO |
| Item Weight | 8.12 kg |
| Country of origin | China |
