What is the difference between Thinkcar Thinkscan Max2, Thinkdiag, Thinkdiag2, and Thinkscan Max2?

Here eobdtool.co.uk compares them in these respects incl. price, hardware configuration, basic function, service function, software, and language, etc.

Check the comparison tablet below.

Product	Thinkcar ThinkScan Max 2	Thinkcar ThinkDiag	Thinkcar ThinkDiag 2
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Price	€324.00	€85	€142.00
Screen size	5.99 inch	×	×
Resolution	1440*720	×	×
System	Android 10	×	×
Manufacturer	THINKCAR	THINKCAR	THINKCAR
Compatible phone	×	Android and IOS	Android and IOS
Frequency	1.3GHz (4-core)	×	×
RAM	2GB	×	×
ROM	32GB	×	×
Battery	3150mAh	×	×
WiFi	2.4GHz/5GHz	×	×
Tablet size(mm)	210*120*40	54*77*29	4.8*2.7*1.1 inches
Passenger car (12V)	√	√	√
All system diagnosis	√	√	√
Reset functions (free)	28 ABS Bleeding; AdBlue Reset; Adaptive Front Lighting; Air / Fuel reset; Air Level Calibration; Airbag Reset; Battery Matching; Brake reset; Coolant Bleed; Crank Position Sensor Adaptive Learning; DPF Regen; EGR Adaption; Electric Throttle Relearn; Gearbox Relearn; Immobilizer Reset; Injector Coding; Language Change; NOx Sensor Reset; ODO Meter; Oil Maintenance Reset; Seat Occupancy Calibration; Steering Angle Reset; Stop/Start Reset; Sunroof Reset; TPMS Reset; Tire Reset; Transport Mode; Windows Calibration.	15 Oil Reset Service; Steering Angle Calibration; Electronic Parking Brake Reset; Battery Register & Battery Maintenance; ABS Bleeding; Electronic Throttle Position Reset & Learn; DPF Regeneration; Tire Pressure Monitor System Reset; Tooth Learning; Anti-theft Matching; Injector matching; Air Suspension Reset; Sunroof RESET; EGR Reset; AFS Reset	15 Oil Light Reset; TPMS Reset; Brake pad reset; SAS Calibration; Battery Reset; ABS Bleeding; ETS Learning; DPF regeneration; Injector Coding; Sunroof initialization; EGR Adaption; Suspension Matching; Transmission Learning; Headlight Matching, etc
Basic diagnosis	√	√	√
Intelligent diagnosis	√	√	√
CAN-FD	√	×	√
ECUAIC	√	×	×
ECU coding	√ (paid)	√	√
Flash hidden	√ (paid)	√	√
Initialization	√ (paid)	√	√
Bidirectional test	√ (paid)	√	√
Auto VIN	√	√	√
Auto Auth for FCA SGW	√	√	√
Email sharing	×	√	√
Diagnostic feedback	√	√	√
Screenshot	√	×	×
Recording/playback	√	√	√
Voltage monitoring	√	×	×
Free upgrade	Lifetime Free	1 year	1 year
Connector	Bluetooth	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Car brand	99+	115+	120+
Language	15	9	12

Similarities:

All are portable diagnostic scanners made by THINKCAR brand.

All can diagnose 12V passenger cars.

All can support full system diagnosis, reset service (free), ECU coding, flash hidden, initialization, bidirectional test, auto VIN, Auto Auth for FCA SGW, diagnostic feedback, recording/playback, etc.

Differences:

Thinkdiag and Thinkdiag2 are Bluetooth tools that must work with APP on smart phone (Android or iOS).

Thinkscan Max2 is the most expensive as it has better hardware configuration and supports more functions.

ThinkScan Max2 Pros:

Have touch screen tablet that can work alone, no need to work with Android or IOS smartphone.

Come with better system, RAM, ROM, screen, battery and WiFi.

Support more software functions than others, such as 28 free reset services, ECUAIC, screenshot, voltage monitoring .

Support lifetime free upgrade online, no need any subscription fees.

Available with more languages than others.

Cons:

Most expensive

Need paid upgrade to perform ECU coding, IMMO Key Programming, and Bi-Directional/ Active test

In conclusion:

If you need a cheapest diagnostic scanner without CAN FD protocol and can work with Android/IOS smartphone, you can choose ThinkcarThinkdiag OBD2 scanner.

If you need a cost-effective OBD2 scanner that supports CAN FD protocol, ECU coding, flash hidden, initialization and bidirectional test and works with Android/IOS smartphone, you can choose Thinkdiag 2.

If you need a comprehensive diagnostic scanner that can work alone and support free software update forever, it’s recommended to use Thinkscan MAX2 scanner.

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