For a plumber who wants a full-length, stiff-cable camera with a sonde and already owns a locator.
Amazon $719The VisioProbe 9in Sonde 165 ft is the better sewer inspection camera overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The VisioProbe 9in Sonde 165 ft leads on features and monitor. The ChoosePRO PipeEye X1 Pro 7in 165 ft wins on price. The ChoosePRO PipeEye X1 Pro 7in 165 ft costs $359.01 less ($359.99 vs $719).
For a homeowner with a long lateral who needs reach on a budget. A plumber who must mark a dig spot needs a sonde.
Amazon $359.99Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VisioProbe 9in Sonde 165 ft for features (self-leveling, sonde, distance counter vs none of the four) and monitor (9 in monitor, records video vs 7 in monitor, records video).
- Choose the ChoosePRO PipeEye X1 Pro 7in 165 ft for price ($359.99 vs $719).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 100 ft sewer inspection camera; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VisioProbe 9in Sonde 165 ft | ChoosePRO PipeEye X1 Pro 7in 165 ft |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 51 $719 | 94 $359.99 |
| Cable 15% | 60 165 ft of 7 mm cable | 50 cable diameter not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 35% | 85 self-leveling, sonde, distance counter | 0 none of the four |
| Monitor 15% | 86 9 in monitor, records video | 60 7 in monitor, records video |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| VisioProbe 9in Sonde 165 ft | ChoosePRO PipeEye X1 Pro 7in 165 ft | |
|---|---|---|
| Cable and camera | ||
| Cable | 165 ft x 7 mm | 165 ft |
| Camera head | 23 mm | - |
| Resolution (as published) | 1080P | 1080P |
| LEDs | 12 | 6 |
| Self-leveling | Yes | No |
| Locating | ||
| Sonde | 512 Hz | No |
| Locator included | No | No |
| Distance counter | Yes | No |
| Length marks on cable | - | Yes |
| Monitor and build | ||
| Monitor | 9 in | 7 in |
| Records video | Yes | Yes |
| Memory card included | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
