Question:
I am a hobby mechanic and would like a scanner for various issues on a few cars. Topdon Phoenix NANO and Artidiag Pro which should i get?
Here comes the comparison between Phoenix NANO and Artidiag PRO:
| Item | Phoenix NANO
|
Artidiag Pro V2
|
| Hardware | ||
| CPU | 4-Core 2.0GHz | 4-Core 2.0GHz |
| RAM | 4G | 4G |
| ROM | 64G | 64G |
| Battery | 6000mAh/3.8v | 6100mAh/3.8v |
| Operating System | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 |
| Screen Size | 20.3cm (8 inches) | 17.8cm (7inches) |
| Touchscreen | √ | √ |
| Screen Resolution | 1280×800 | 1024×600 |
| WiFi | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz |
| Camera | Rear 8 MP | Rear 8 MP |
| Communication | Main cable | Main cable |
| Software | ||
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Read DTCs | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Clear DTCs | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Live Data | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜I/M Readiness | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Freeze Frame Data | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜O2 Sensor Test | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜On Board Monitor Test | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Evap Test (Mode$8) | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Vehicle Information | √ | √ |
| System Support | All systems | All systems |
| System Diagnostics｜Read ECU Information | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Read DTCs | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Freeze Frame Data | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Clear DTCs | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Data Stream | √ | √ |
| Bi-Directional Control/ Active Test | √ | √ |
| Special Function (inside the control unit) | √ | √ |
| Hot Functions | 32 | 35 |
| Online Coding | √ | √ |
| Online Programming | x | √ |
| Flash Hidden Function | √ | √ |
| Gateway Access | FCA/Renault/Nissan SGW | FCA/Renault/Nissan SGW |
| IMMO | Optional | x |
| Guided Function | √ | √ |
| Diagnostic Topology Display | x | x |
| AutoVIN | √ | √ |
| SCAN VIN / License | √ | √ |
| ADVANCED PROTOCOL | ||
| CAN-FD | √ | √ |
| DoIP | √ | √ |
| J2534 | x | × |
| Others | ||
| Remote Desk | √ | √ |
| Repair Information | √ | √ |
| DTC Look UP | √ | √ |
| Battery Test (12V) | x | x |
| Charging Test (12 / 24V) | x | x |
| Cranking Test (12 / 24V) | x | x |
| WiFi / PC | WiFi / PC | |
| Vehicle Coverage | 110+ | 72+ |
| Update Method | WiFi | WiFi |
| Software Update | 2 Years Free | 2 Years Free |
| Expand | ||
| Diesel Vehicle Diagnosis (HD) | x | x |
| ADAS | x | x |
| Electric Vehicle Diagnostics (EV) | Optional | x |
| T-Ninja Box | Optional | x |
| Battery Tester (BT Mobile ProS) | x | x |
| Thermal Imager (TC001) | x | x |
| Oscilloscope | x | x |
In sum:
They perform similar functions. Phoenix NANO covers more vehicle brands. NANO 110+ brands and AD Pro 72+ brands.
Phoenix NANO has a larger screen and better resolution.
Phoenix NANO supports T-ninja box IMMO add-on module, Artidiag pro does not.
If don’t need IMMO add-on feature, Artidiag pro scanner is great for DIYer.