Ancel AD410 PRO OBD+Battery | Owner’s Review
Ancel AD410 is an interesting tool that can not only scan your car for faults but also run tests for your battery and alternator. I tested it as both a code reader and battery tester and here is what I found.
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Ancel AD410 PRO
It is similar to the Ancel AD530, which I already use but on top of that, it comes with a battery testing extension.
You can use it not only for reading/clearing the check engine but also to test your whole charging system.
Who tested product & wrote this review?
Tester & Editor for this review: Juraj Lukacko
Hello, I am Juraj (Yuri) and I tested this product to help you decide if it is something you would want to buy, and if yes, show you how to use it.
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Example of a bad battery
This is an old battery from my garage. A bad battery will have a low health %.
You can also have a battery with good health, but low on charge.
Code Reader vs. Other OBD2 Scanners (Why You May Want More Than This Tool)
Basic handheld code readers are reliable and easy to use, but they are also very limited. They can read & clear only engine fault codes and show basic live data.
For older vehicles, that’s often enough — but for modern cars, it becomes a problem.
Where simple code readers fall short
Modern cars have 20–100 control modules, not just the engine. With a basic reader, you cannot access:
- ABS / Airbag / Transmission fault codes
- Battery, brake, injector, DPF, throttle and other service resets
- Live data from other modules (ABS sensors, transmission temperature, etc.)
- Bi-directional tests (fan tests, actuator tests, EVAP tests, fuel pump tests…)
- ECU coding / adaptations for unlocking hidden features
- Used-car checks like real mileage stored in modules
So while basic code readers “work,” they often don’t give you the information you actually need to diagnose a real issue on a modern car.
Better Alternatives (Same Price, 10× the Features)
Today, you can get a Bluetooth bi-directional scanner for almost the same price as a simple code reader — but with full-system diagnostics and service functions.
If you want something affordable but powerful, look at:
? Best Bluetooth bi-directional OBD2 scanners (full-system scan + service resets + live data + tests)
Or Go Straight to a Diagnostic Tablet
Yes, diagnostic tablets look expensive at first — but they often include:
- Full-system scanning
- Bi-directional tests
- ECU coding
- Service resets for brakes, battery, throttle, DPF, etc.
- Lifetime updates on many models (Thinkcar / Mucar)
If you plan to keep your car long-term or help friends/family, a tablet often pays for itself in 1–2 repairs.
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