Professional Level Truck Diagnostic Scan Tool Comparison

We often are asked the question on how the various “professional” Truck Scan Tool compare to each other. The tables and information below represent our opinion and our own data on the 4 major players in the heavy-duty truck diagnostic market.

Previously this made by Nexiq Technologies and sold as the IQ System. Nexiq was acquired by Snap On, and they sold the “blue” one under NEXIQ and the “red” one under Snap On. Their model is such that you purchase the “base” unit first, which includes the hardware and some generic software. This is priced generally around $2,500. You then must purchase the licenses for each OEM that you wish to receive dealer level functionality on. List price for purchasing all the modules with the hardware comes in at around $18,500, and updates run several thousands of dollars per year on top of that.

JPRO Professional

Created by Noregon, the JPRO software is a clean, easy to use diagnostic program that started added dealer level commands several years back. They mainly cover the common commands and parameter adjustments that are asked for, such as DPF regens and injector cut-out test. The entire list of commands can be found on our website, along with Noregons. This tool is typically a great fit for a shop or fleet that wants to do all the common commands and functionalities that are commonly used.

Bosch ESI 3824

In our opinion, this is not a good tool. Bosch doesn’t do the development of this tool, as they license it from another company. It is advertised as “dealer level” but is missing quite a few commands. Couple that with required annual fees, and additional pricing to obtain repair information, it really becomes a poor option in the marketplace. However, we still do sell it to customers that really want it.

TEXA IDC5

The software, IDC5, is made by TEXA. Currently this is our preferred solution for clients looking to get as close to OEM level as possible. It performs as close to dealer level, which also NOT having the required annual fees. The version of TEXA you receive from Diesel Laptops also includes wiring diagrams, repair information, labor time guide, parts cross reference, iOS and Android apps, and a ton more.

Engines

	Snap On Ultra Pro Link	JPRO	Bosch ESI 3824	TEXA
International Engines 2007-Current	Only covers 2007-2012	17 Commands	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands (50+)
International Engines 2006 & Older	No commands listed	Read Only	Bosch/Jal-Test	All Dealer Level Commands (50+)
PACCAR MX Engines	22 Commands	4 Commands (Does not cover EPA 2017 & Newer)	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands (75+) Except Parameter Changes on 2010-121
Mack Engines 2006 & Older	Read Only	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands (200+)
Mack Engines 2007-Current	26 Commands	13 Commands	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands (300+)
Detroit Diesel Engines 2007-Current	9 Commands Also performs 30+ Parameter Changes	11 Commands (Does not cover EPA 2017 & Newer)	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands (300+) 2016 Detroit Video Changing Parameters Video
Detroit Diesel Engines 2006 & Older	21 Commands	1 Command	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands Except VPOD Install2
Cummins Engines 2007-Current	20 Commands Click for DetailsVideo of Tool vs OEM Software (Doesn’t read all codes)	13 Commands 2014 Cummins ISX Video	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands & Parameters (150+) 2016 Cummins CM2350 Video
Cummins Engines 2006 & Older	Read Only	1 Command	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands & Parameters (50+) 2002 Cummins ISB Video
Isuzu Engines	16  Commands	2 Commands	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands & Parameters (100+)
Ford Engines	6 Commands	3 Commands	Not Covered	Dealer Level Commands 2012 Ford 6.7L Video
GM/Chevy	5 Commands	3 Commands	Not Covered	All Dealer Level Commands & Parameters
Sprinter	No Coverage	12 Commands	Not Covered	All Dealer Level Commands & Parameters
Volvo Engines 2006 & Older	Read Only	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands & Parameters
Volvo Engines 2007-Current	26 Commands	13 Commands	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands 2010 Volvo VN
Hino Engines	2005 & Newer: 34 Commands 2004 & Older: Read Only	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands 2014 Hino J08E
Mitsubishi FUSO Trucks	No Coverage	No Coverage	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands 2013 FUSO 4P10
CAT Engines Pre-ACERT	47 Commands	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands 2001 Ford w/CAT
CAT Engines ACERT 2003-2009	9 Commands	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands 2005 CAT C15
MBE 900 & 4000 Engines	3 Commands Also performs 30+ Parameters Changes	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	All Dealer Level Commands 2007 MBE4000
Dodge with Cummins Engines	3 Commands	Read Only / Not Officially Supported	Not Covered	All Dealer Level Commands 2016 Dodge w/Cummins 6.7L Video

Transmissions

	Snap On Ultra Pro Link	JPRO	Bosch ESI Truck	TEXA
Allison	Dealer Level	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	Dealer Level
Eaton	Website Doesn’t State – Read Only?	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	Dealer Level
Volvo IShift	No Coverage	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	Dealer Level
Mack mDrive	No Coverage	Read Only	80% of Dealer Commands	Dealer Level

ABS

	Snap On Ultra Pro Link	JPRO	Bosch ESI Truck	TEXA
WABCO	Dealer Level (40+ Commands)	3 Commands	Dealer Level Commands	Dealer Level Commands 2007 WABCO ABS
Bendix	Dealer Level (19 Commands)	3 Commands	Dealer Level Commands	Dealer Level Commands 2009 Bendix EBS
Haldex (Trailer)	Coverage Unknown. Ready Only?	Read Only	Unknown	Dealer Level Commands