Ancel S3000
A well-equipped mid-price machine with a gauge, flow meter and a big plug kit. Ancel does not publish its output pressure.
Amazon $189.99$189.99
The Ancel S3000 is the better automotive smoke machine overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The Ancel S3000 leads on measurement. The Ancel S3000 costs $10 less ($189.99 vs $199.99).
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Foxwell ST203
A gauge-equipped machine for intake, turbo and exhaust leaks. Skip it if EVAP codes are the main job.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ancel S3000 for measurement (pressure gauge, flow meter vs pressure gauge).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every no EVAP mode stated automotive smoke machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ancel S3000 | Foxwell ST203 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 46 $189.99 | 44 $199.99 |
| Pressure coverage 25% | 50 pressure not published (neutral score used) | 43 up to 17.4 PSI |
| Measurement 20% | 80 pressure gauge, flow meter | 40 pressure gauge |
| Features 15% | 50 built-in air pump, air-only mode | 50 built-in air pump, air-only mode |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ancel S3000 | Foxwell ST203 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure and smoke | ||
| EVAP mode | - | No |
| Output pressure | - | 11.6-17.4 PSI |
| Pressure display | Gauge | Gauge |
| Flow meter | Yes | - |
| Air-only mode | Yes | Yes |
| Power and fluid | ||
| Air source | Built-in pump | Built-in pump |
| Power | 12V battery | 12V battery |
| Smoke fluid | baby oil | mineral oil |
| Fluid included | No | - |
| In the box | ||
| Cap plugs | 23 pieces | 23 pieces |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |