code reader

I have been looking at code readers for the check engine light but have not decided on a brand or what goodies it needs to have. Does anyone have one that they like and would get another. I have looked at Actron(kind of like the CP9135 model) and others on Ebay and at Schucks/AutoZone.

What are the better ones out there? It will be used for personal use and on 96 and up cars, both american and foreign

Thanks, Kerwin

Don't buy one...You can borrow them when you need them from most auto parts stores (I know Murray's has a loaner program)

I've used the Actron models before and they work just fine.

All they basically do is translate the code # into the actual error type (standardized for OBDII systems)