For what it is worth, I have a mired of scanners, the latest a

My next well used is an XTool D8W.

On the shelf rests a collection of Launch, Topcon, Autel, Thinktool...
Keep in mind not all scanner behave well with all manufactures..

 

I get where you are coming from Aquanaught and being a novice in this world of OBD,find uncertainty.
As you mentioned not all scanners behave well with different car manufacturers and this is what I call the digital revolution and presume in your case the need in updating your diagnostic equipment.
For me to purchase a bi dir scanner such as the THINKCAR can I be certain it will provide all functionality.
Could it be like a hit or miss approach for me to purchase such a scanner wth out knowing if it will talk to my Australian 2023 Suzuki Vitara.If I provide the VIN to a reputable diagnostic tool manufacturer can they tell me what functions it will perform on my car that I am aiming to maintain for next 10 to 15 year.As I am getting on in years this will be my last car since obtaining my licence in 1996.
Your thoughts in regards to certainty etc would be appreciated 🤓

 

I get where you are coming from Aquanaught and being a novice in this world of OBD,find uncertainty.
If I provide the VIN to a reputable diagnostic tool manufacturer can they tell me what functions it will perform on my car that I am aiming to maintain for next 10 to 15 year.As I am getting on in years this will be my last car since obtaining my licence in 1996.
Your thoughts in regards to certainty etc would be appreciated 🤓

I would certainly contact the tool manufacturer and inquire. Another consideration would be the renewal costs, the Thinkcar 689BT advertises free updates..

Yes we are all coming to and past our best before date LOL !.. I am in my 77th, and the promised golden years have evolved into the rust years,,

The Topdon AD800BT also a cable with free updates and 1/2 the initial outlay.

Also keep in mind if a BT dongle is not a requirement, the corded versions also represent a savings.

 

As an after thought and if you are on a tight budget,,

Have a look at the Kingbolan Diag Elite
KINGBOLEN Ediag Elite OBD2 Scanner Bluetooth, Bi-Directional Control Scanner All System Diagnostic Tool for iOS & Android, 15+ Hot Reset, CANFD Protocol, FCA AutoAuth, No Subscriptions Lifetime Update, Code Readers & Scan Tools - Amazon Canada

Sometime goes on sale for big discount.

I have one in the truck and works well with the exception for need to wear my readers..

 

Thanking you Aquanaut for the insights into the world of OBD.I will definitely consider purchase of the Kingbolen tool and purchase through Ebay here in Aussie 👍

 

I would be more inclined to purchase directly via KB..