Xtool D7W Review

Sometimes you need to decide, do you want a safe diagnostic tool, or do you want one that is more powerful, but might be more risky.

Specs:

• 7 Inch screen
• 4Core 1.5GHz processor
• 5000mAh battery
• 2 GB RAM + 64 GB storage
• Android 10 OS

Pricing and Availability:

• Price Range: £240 – £500
• Available on: Amazon, Ebay, Aliexpress

What It Can Do:

• Vehicle Coverage: 1996 – 2024+
• Diagnostic scan
• Actuator testing
• Data logging
• Service interval resets
• ECU Coding
• Various Special Functions
• Key Programming
• Mileage Correction

Key Tips & Tricks:

• Set up a mobile hotspot for easy internet access.
• Add a magnet to secure the WIFI Dongle
• Get a 12V cigarette to D7W power cable
• Don’t remove the screen protector

The Downsides:

• Label & Descriptions can be “hard to understand”.
• Functions not working.
• Fast battery discharge.

Conclusion:

As Xtool continues to push the limits of it’s software, there are instances where it may exhibit temperamental behaviour or even fail to function altogether. While the tool is indeed powerful, the uncertainty surrounding its reliability for basic service functions may discourage many from relying solely on it in a commercial setting.

On a more positive note, for hobbyist or as a supplementary tool in a workshop, it can excel and perform admirably.