AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke
A low-cost machine with both an EVAP mode and a higher-pressure mode, for DIY owners chasing a check-engine light. Pick the Pro version if you want a gauge.
Amazon $61.99$61.99
The AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke is the better automotive smoke machine overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke leads on value, warranty and features. The Ancel L5000 PRO wins on measurement and pressure coverage. The AutoLine Pro HyperSmoke costs $312 less ($61.99 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 for value ($61.99 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 measurement (digital pressure display, flow meter vs no gauge or flow meter) and pressure coverage (EVAP-safe low pressure, up to 20 PSI vs EVAP-safe low pressure).
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 | Ancel L5000 PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 91 $61.99 | 19 $373.99 |
| Pressure coverage 25% | 50 EVAP-safe low pressure | 100 EVAP-safe low pressure, up to 20 PSI |
| Measurement 20% | 0 no gauge or flow meter | 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 | Ancel L5000 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure and smoke | ||
| EVAP mode | Yes | Yes |
| Output pressure | - | 0.5-20 PSI |
| Pressure display | None | 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 |