Innova 5610 OBD2 Bidirectional Scan Tool - Understand Your Vehicle, Pinpoint What's Wrong, and Complete Your Repairs with Less Headache, Updates Included, US-Based Technical Support

I was skeptical at first but this analyzer turns out to be an excellent piece of equipment. It did everything I needed and does a whole lot more flawlessly; VIN recognition and configuration, individual emissions test sections pass/fail , mil code analysis and diagnosis, real time data, valve and relay actuations, airbag and body codes. It also has steering calibration and brake bleed functions although my 2009 Sierra 1500 doesn't have those capabilities. As I said an excellent piece of equipment and a very good value considering the price.

I'm a professional mechanic and regularly work with Snap-on scan tools. For the price, I’d say this scanner is on par with the Mac Tools scanners I've used—at just a quarter of the cost. Would I consider this a professional-grade scanner? No. But for weekend warriors or up-and-coming mechanics, it's the best option out there.I'm genuinely impressed with the functionality and capabilities of this tool. It's far more than a basic code reader—the live data feature includes nearly everything you'd need to diagnose complex issues. It doesn't just read PCM codes; it also supports SRS and ABS, which I consider essential.One standout feature is its Readiness Monitor function. I've been working on a Pontiac Grand Am, trying to get it through emissions, and this scanner actually provides specific drive cycle procedures to help pass systems like O2 sensors and EVAP monitors. That's truly remarkable at this price point.It connects quickly and fits comfortably in your hand. It’s lightweight but feels sturdy, and yes—it can survive a drop (don't ask how I know).The only downside? It doesn’t come with a case, so you'll have to purchase one separately.

After a month of almost daily usage in a 2003 Toyota and 2013 Mazda, I'd buy it again. I'll describe what the marketing doesn't say or other reviews has discussed. Prior to this, I used Torque Pro on ELM327 since 2010. If you tinker with your car in any way, a generic OBD2 scanner is not enough today, except for basic troubles; modern cars are full of control computers, i.e., modules, finding them requires a scanner of more capacity, such as those thousand+ dollar annual license semi-pro scanners. Innova has found a niche between pro and basic consumer, in the top line model, the 5610My primary need is to troubleshoot the drive train, to avoid being dead on the road in a long trip, repairing DIY items or confirming a pro mechanics diagnosisProsIt works as described and very high build quality made in TaiwanConnection is fast and immediate vs a blue tooth dongle like the blue driver or ELM327The cable is very long, and detachable and thus, replaceable if worn, has a light to make it easy to attach in the dark foot well were the OBD jack is, and easy not only to position in the cabin, drive the car with the OBD attached, but position it on the engine bay during troubleshootingOptional AA battery usage so 5610 will retain data you can upload to its app laterIt works stand alone to give you immediate and quick answers but can connect to an Android device via bluetooth to give you their diagnosis, save session results and provide graphing. I didn't test Wifi, blue tooth is flawless and automatic, but requires Internet access to complete or it will abort.Tech support online is superb and answered in a daythe LCD has bright large colored screen, makes it easy to see, but keys are not backlitIt works by loading various car maker modules that enhance functions beyond basic OBD2 capability, and will change depending on your car's make, model and year. This makes is very hard to compare vs competitors since it 'morphs' to adapt to whatever car you have. It also may not cover all functions, particularly what you need, since it depends on what they were able to license from the maker, so best tested for what you need and returned if not, as you can't buy this purely based on the marketing literature or the website compatibility list, it may have more or less. For e.g. on my Toyota, generic OBD2 covers 18 PIDs, using the Toyota module, has 74 PIDs, Mazda module has over 200 PIDs, and this is just for the engine alone; there are more PIDs for other modules like ABS and TPMS. Like a cheaper scanner, it will reset MIL as well as service reminders, but when the module supports the advance functions, such as TPMS, will reset its DTCs if not self resetting once repaired. It does live data on generic and OEM, but it will only save generic live dataIt is bidirectional, in that I can turn on/off modules, if supported. This helps diagnosis when no DTC are available. For example, to test the fuel pump, I can turn it on/off, I can hear the motor actuating as well as the relay. This allows me to check pump function, its relay or check fuel pressure without having to go back to try and start the car. I can actuate the AC compressor clutch bypassing the dashboard switch, in case of a switch failure, likewise for the power windows. If you do not turn OFF a switch, it will default back to OFF after a timeout, if you disconnect the scanner, or turn the engine off; this is not described in the manual but is expected otherwise it would be a catastrophe if you forget to turn off the fuel pump with the car not running.Lifelong license, but per tech support, updates are annually, at most. If you have a newer car than 2022, it may not support it completely. Its perfect for cars past warranty, and older the better, which may likely needs more than preventive maintenance and that an owner may attempt to DIY.ConsExpensive, its priced far above the 'generic' OBD2 scanners but less than semi-pro and pro scannersWhen cars change, the response of the 5610 changes, so its unnerving at first as you don't know if the unit broke. For example, ignition on only, my old Toyota will time out after 15 minutes and disconnect the 5610. On my Mazda, it stays on forever. On both, switching from an OEM to generic module after some time, may require the cable to be pulled and reinserted. These are not described in the users guide. I do not know if these are quirks of a normal 5610, a bug or normal OBD behavior.No backlit keys, hard to see working in a dim cabin to select functions, so I use a headlamp.Cannot upload OEM live data to the app, nor cannot export generic data to another app ... I've given these as a wish list to tech support

2023 Update: In late 2022, Innova finally rolled out their software updates. We can give give them credit for that. Since then, they have been having promotions giving away coupons and scanner accessory kits for filling out their surveys. Unfortunately, the coupons are only valid for items purchased from their website (big markups) and the kits are available only for those who purchased from Amazon where they want your reviews! And this review which received over 150 upvotes is no longer visible near the top of the review list as the "Top Reviews" filtering seems to not be working, at least for this listing. Instead they are showing more recent 2023 reviews, some with no upvotes and the top review with "2" upvotes! So I can't say for sure what's going on with Amazon's review filtering. As of this update (9/2023), their review average for the model 5610 is 4.3 stars. So at this point it looks like Innova might deserve 5 stars for their recent performance, however I leave my review at 4 stars for all of the drama it took to get to this point. Bottom line: As of 9/2023, the 5610 and many of their other products have been updated to at least 2022 software. It's a good product and now it's up to date.Update 3/15/22: I asked Amazon about the lack of software updates on this 5610 (at $330, their 2nd most expensive scanner) and got a response from DereksAuto who presumably is connected to Innova. He responded that Innova updates their tools "per year". And that I should download the updater tool and have Windows 8.1 or 10, etc. Well I've already been there, done that. I even installed the updater on a new laptop PC just before writing this update to test it there as well just to be fair. Again, no go. I've already been on the phone with Innova a few times over the last year and a half. Same story, same baloney... they're waiting for the update. Cue Jeopardy music. Jeopardy answer: What is the software that is perpetually in development? Bottom line is you can buy this tool now with software up to April of 2018 and have something useful if your car is 2018 and older. Newer than that and you have a glorified code reader. Don't expect DerecksAuto or Innova to tell you the truth about their vaporware software updates. The product is good but broken promises and lies I cannot abide. Sorry maybe the Dude can, but I can't. Come on Innova, release the update already.Original review:The 5610 is a Good Enthusiast Level Scanner. It is for the above average DIY person. Coverage for various cars is inconsistant so check with the company to make sure it does what you need for your specific vehicle. It has a nice easy to read display. The OBDII cable has a light on the end to help you find the port. It will test your battery and alternator. It pairs with an app which adds value. The live data is very useful if you learn how to interpret it. The manual is detailed. Get yourself a case and mini usb cable. I purchased and recommend this case- ANCEL Case for OBD2 Scanner, Protective and Storage Box (L) for All Innova and ANCEL Products: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08B13BQK6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1As far as cons go: it is missing a case and usb cable. The full manual is nice and detailed but comes only in electronic form. The software, in spite of the company proming free updates, remains STALLED at a 2018 level since I bought it over a year ago. I have been told by more than one Innova employee that updates were forthcoming but no updates ever materialized. And they are listing the device here as a "Newest 2022 OBD2 Diagnostic Code Scanner ". This is not true and I encourage Innova support to reach out to me if they have some secret update they are holding back. If your vehicle is 2018 and older, this scanner can be a good choice. Anything newer will not be supported except basic code reading (you can get a $20 scanner for that). I would wait until Innova proves (not just a flashy headline) that they actually updated the software before considering the 5610 for anything post 2018.