AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro
The gauge version of the HyperSmoke, for DIY owners who want EVAP-safe testing and a way to confirm a repair held. It costs about $26 more than the base model.
Amazon $87.99$87.99
The AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro is the better automotive smoke machine overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro leads on value, warranty and features. The Ancel L5000 PRO wins on pressure coverage and measurement. The AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro costs $286 less ($87.99 vs $373.99).
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Ancel L5000 PRO
The L5000 with a vacuum test mode, for technicians who chase intake leaks from both directions.
Amazon $373.99$373.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro for value ($87.99 vs $373.99), warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (built-in air pump, EVAP adapter, fluid included vs built-in air pump).
- Choose the Ancel L5000 PRO for pressure coverage (EVAP-safe low pressure, up to 20 PSI vs EVAP-safe low pressure) and measurement (digital pressure display, flow meter vs pressure gauge).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every with an EVAP mode automotive smoke machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro | Ancel L5000 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 77 $87.99 | 19 $373.99 |
| Pressure coverage 25% | 50 EVAP-safe low pressure | 100 EVAP-safe low pressure, up to 20 PSI |
| Measurement 20% | 40 pressure gauge | 100 digital pressure display, flow meter |
| Features 15% | 60 built-in air pump, EVAP adapter, fluid included | 30 built-in air pump |
| Warranty 10% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke Pro | Ancel L5000 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure and smoke | ||
| EVAP mode | Yes | Yes |
| Output pressure | - | 0.5-20 PSI |
| Pressure display | Gauge | Digital |
| Flow meter | - | Yes |
| Vacuum test | - | Yes |
| Power and fluid | ||
| Air source | Built-in pump | Built-in pump |
| Smoke fluid | maker fluid | - |
| Fluid included | Yes | - |
| In the box | ||
| EVAP adapter | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |