Durametric vs. AutoEnginuity vs. alternatives?

[Doug_B_928]

I want to get a code reader for my 06 C2S. I know nothing about them and have never used one. I searched here and Rennlist but all posts seemed to be fairly dated, given the fast pace of technology. I'd like to be able to know what a given fault code means and delete the code once the problem is fixed. In a perfect world I could use it on other cars, but I gather that's not possible with these tools (unless one buys additional modules for the AutoEnginuity). From the very little research I've done so far, my first impression is that the Durametic is best for this. It will reset the Service code and AutoEnginuity won't at this time (they're working on a software update for this). The disadvantage of Durametic is that the Enthusiast package only allows 3 VINs, ever! AutoEnginuity seems to be more expensive because one has to buy the base tool plus the Porsche module, and software updates are $50 whereas Durametric's updates are free. For those who have researched/have some experience with these and others, what do you recommend?

[AP 997S]

The Durametic seems to be the tool of choice unless you have access to a PIWIS.

I've had mine for a few years. I periodically use it to scan fault codes and of course to clear the yearly maintentance required message.

[JFP in PA]

I want to get a code reader for my 06 C2S. I know nothing about them and have never used one. I searched here and Rennlist but all posts seemed to be fairly dated, given the fast pace of technology. I'd like to be able to know what a given fault code means and delete the code once the problem is fixed. In a perfect world I could use it on other cars, but I gather that's not possible with these tools (unless one buys additional modules for the AutoEnginuity). From the very little research I've done so far, my first impression is that the Durametic is best for this. It will reset the Service code and AutoEnginuity won't at this time (they're working on a software update for this). The disadvantage of Durametic is that the Enthusiast package only allows 3 VINs, ever! AutoEnginuity seems to be more expensive because one has to buy the base tool plus the Porsche module, and software updates are $50 whereas Durametric's updates are free. For those who have researched/have some experience with these and others, what do you recommend?

If you find the three VIN’s limiting, look at Durametric’s Pro version; it has no limits. For general purposes, we use Actron’s OBDII units, which can read and clear most codes on just about any brand, even on Porsche’s, with the exception of what PCNA call “protected code areas” such as the PSM/PASM, ABS, Airbags, and even the service alert. For those, you either need a Durametric system (we use the Pro version), or a PIWIS. We looked into acquiring a PIWIS, but when we found out that the first years lease was in the $17K range, we opted to add another bay and lift to the shop instead. The AutoEnginuity rep keeps trying to get us to take one of their units, but both the economics and its lack luster performance compared to the Durametric keep ending the conversation.

[Doug_B_928]

Okay, thanks guys, Durametric it is. According to their website, with the Enthusiast package one can check as many cars as one wants in terms of the history of the car (e.g., over-revs) and one can upgrade to the Pro at anytime for the difference in price if more than 3 VINs are needed, so, in my case, seems safe to just go with the Enthusiast package.