TOPDON Scanner Comparison
Every current TOPDON OBD2 scanner compared feature-by-feature. Find exactly what you need.
| Feature |  ArtiLink300 |  TopScan |  ArtiLink500B |  ArtiLink600 |  ArtiDiag500 |  ArtiDiag600S |  ArtiDiag900 Lite |  ArtiDiag800BT |  ArtiDiag Pro |  UltraDiag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $34 | $51.27 | $75.99 | $99 | $149.98 | $229.99 | $299.24 | $379 | $399.99 | $699 |
| Connection | Wired | Bluetooth | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Bluetooth | Wired | Wired |
| Read / Clear Codes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live Data | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| ABS / SRS | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Transmission | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| All Systems | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bi-Directional | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Battery Test | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| CAN-FD Support | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Key Programming | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Touchscreen | — | Phone app | — | — | 5" | 5" | 5" | 5" | 5" | 8" |
| Free Updates | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | 1 Year | 2 Years | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| $34 | $51.27 | $75.99 | $99 | $149.98 | $229.99 | $299.24 | $379 | $399.99 | $699 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between ArtiLink and ArtiDiag scanners?
- ArtiLink models are basic handheld code readers — they plug in and give you codes on a small screen. ArtiDiag models are tablet-style scanners with touchscreens, deeper system access, and more advanced features like resets, coding, and bi-directional controls.
- Do I need CAN-FD support?
- CAN-FD is a newer vehicle communication protocol found in many 2020+ vehicles, particularly Ford, GM, and some European brands. If you work on newer cars, the ArtiDiag600S or ArtiDiag800BT with CAN-FD support is a good investment. Older vehicles don't use CAN-FD.
- Is the TOPDON TopScan better than the ArtiLink300?
- They serve different needs. The ArtiLink300 ($34) is a dedicated handheld unit — no phone needed, just plug in and read codes. The TopScan ($51) connects to your phone via Bluetooth, offering a better display and bi-directional controls but requires the phone app. If you want simplicity, go ArtiLink300. If you want features, go TopScan.
- ArtiDiag900 Lite vs ArtiDiag Pro — which should I get?
- The ArtiDiag900 Lite ($299) and ArtiDiag Pro ($400) both offer full-system diagnostics. The Pro adds more service functions and broader vehicle coverage. For most home mechanics working on 1-3 vehicles, the 900 Lite is plenty. If you work on many different makes or do side work, the Pro is worth the extra $100.