Scan Tool Recommendation

[AndrewF]

I am in the market for a bidirectional scan tool so was hoping someone can help point me in the right direction. There are so many options out there it is hard to narrow down which make/model to choose.
 

I have always done my own vehicle work so looking to maximize capability with the scanner. Ideal price is $1k or less but would be willing to exceed if it opens up significant benefits. 

Currently my 24 2500 is the newest vehicle but also have a few mid to late 2010s Subarus as well. 
 

It seems that the Autel MP900 has a decent amount of features at a reasonable price?

[CamGTP]

I have an Autel, works great for what it is. Can't do some specific things because you need say the GM tool, VCDS for Audi/Volkswagon and others of course. But those times are few and far between for me.

 

The other tool I'd like to try one day is the new Topdon scan tools. Seen several video's on them and many youtube people review them. 

 

I've never subscribed for updates or payed to do that stuff on my Autel, so I'm sure I'm missing out on some of the updates but I'm fine with that for now.

[PunchT37]

I just bought this. A minimum for me but, I don`t work anymore and don`t want the heavy update costs of the higher end tools. You would have to make money with them.

 

https://www.topdon.us/collections/diagnostic-tools/products/artidiag-pro

 

Even this tool has a $250.00 update cost after 2 years.

Edited 8 hours ago by PunchT37