Snap-On Verus Edge (Is it still worth purchasing?)
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I'd like to purchase a good vehicle scanner. I'm wondering if the Snap-on Verus Edge would be a smart purchase knowing that Snap-on will soon not be supporting this platform anymore.
I run a YouTube channel called Timmy the Toolman where me and my buddies work on Toyota / Lexus SUVs and Trucks. We do basic maintenance, repairs and modifications. i want to get better at vehicle diagnostics and so I joined the Scanner Danner Premium so I can learn and up my game. I am guilty of being a "Parts Changer" in the past.
I'm willing to spend a decent amount of money on a good scanner. I've seen Snap-on Verus Edge scanners for sale on Ebay, and I'm considering going that route, but I'd like some input on whether this would be a smart purchase.
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Would you be able to put a dollar amount to your budget? Asking because the aftermarket scan tool market is wide open these days. There's any number of scan tools you could buy (or separate scan tools and scopes) for a given price point. Speaking of, is having a scope an important feature for you?
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I do like that SD has a full class on the Versus Edge and that's why I was heavily considering it. But, I'm open to other brands like Autel, Topdon, Xtool, etc. The cost of updates is a consideration. I'm a DIYer that helps people through my YouTube channel and I never know what Toyota/Lexus model I can end up working on. I work on mostly older models, but I could easily see myself working on newer ones too. It just depends on who hits me up for help.
So, I'm open to your recommendations.
Thank you for your time!
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Another tool to consider, on that budget, would be the Autel Ultra. It, like the Verus, has a scope module. Unlike the Verus, the Ultra scope module doubles as a J2534 device, bringing module flashing/programming capabilities. The scope/J2534 is a separate component from the scantool. You can access the scope, from the scantool, wirelessly.
I happen to have a Verus Edge, with the latest update, that I would like to sell, if you are interested.
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What would be your price for the Verus Edge?
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I talk more about the strengths and weaknesses of the Ultra here:
www.scannerdanner.com/forum/diagnostic-t...ars-later.html#60352
EDIT: Updates are pricey. Figure about $1,000 per year. If you buy from the right places. During a sale.
The only functionality you lose with a lapsed subscription would be the Remote Expert (you pay someone else to remote in and do programming/magic button pressing) and AutoAuth (for connecting to secure gateway vehicles). If neither of those is a critical feature for you, let it lapse and don't worry about it.
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I'm just wondering for my needs, would the Snap-on Verus Edge be more than sufficient. I'm going to use it for mostly working on Toyota and Lexus SUVs and Trucks.
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Looking on Ebay, the going rate seems to be around $3000 for scanners with older software, and Never-been-used test leads.What would be your price for the Verus Edge?
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My scanner has the latest software update 23.4 ($1250). However, the test leads have been used...A LOT.
I would like to get $2500.
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Could you provide a pic of the whole kit that you would be selling? I don't want to assume anything.
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I, also, have a brand-new Tempered glass screen protector. I removed the old protector, to take the pictures, as it had a small crack. I removed it to show that the scanner screen is not cracked, or scratched. The new one is, still, in the package and will need to be installed.
I will include a set of test-leads and an AC adapter, for charging. (The battery is, only, about a year old...maybe, two.)
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Thanks for the pic of everything. Would the test leads also come with the alligator clip ends? I saw that those came with the original kit.
As for the price, it sounds fair because you have the most recent update. It's still a lot of money for a used scanner and I struggle with this level of investment in a tool I might not be using too much because I'm not a paid technician working in a shop. I'm just trying to up my game and learn more about automobile diagnostics and share what I have learned via videos on my YouTube channel like Paul Danner does. It's all in the name of helping people. I make very little for my time investment into these videos. I'm motivated by the fact what I do helps people. If I were doing it for the money, I would have quit this gig a long time ago.
If you're curious what my channel is all about, check out my channel. Here's a link: www.youtube.com/channel/UC9EMiD9KPy61kJ6hdXcbjxA
If your price was lower, like $2000, I'd feel compelled to jump at the chance to own a quality scanner. At $2500, I'm going to have to give it some more thought.
I really appreciate yours and Tyler's time. You both seem like really good guys.
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It's no problem to throw in 4 alligator clips. It might be a problem coming up with one of each color, though.
I'm afraid I have to hold firm at $2500. Scanners with much older software are selling for more...
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That's a good deal. If you are anything like me, it will be a few years before you will need 2023 coverage, anyway. 2022 is close enough.I just bought a used Snap On Verus Edge via Ebay for $2k. ... It's been updated to the 22.4 software.
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How valuable is the "Fix it" (Sure Track) feature? I was watching some training videos on the Verus via the Snap On website and it said you need the current software to access that. Now I'm wondering if I should have gotten the newest software.
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It will, also, present you with any TSB's pertaining to that DTC, which is nice.
However, the Verus Edge is on its "sundown" update. There will be no more. In a few more months, none of them (not even mine) will have the "current" software. All online features, such as the Suretrack Community and the "Fix it" will no longer be available on the Verus platform.
You made a good purchase decision.
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