Reviewed by Gerald V (HARTWELL, GA) Reviewed for a 2007 Ford F-150 — Jul 04, 2011 10:28 PM

Ok thought it would do better gave a ford f150 2007 faster but don't think it if worth that price go with bully dog

Reviewed by John R (Homestead, FL) — Jul 04, 2011 6:46 PM

Have driven with this for over 1k miles. When I first installed it I played with my 09 F150. Eventually I started hearing like a weird ticking/rattling sound under the floor bed towards the front when WOT. I uninstalled and could not reproduce it. Decided to take it to the dealership anyways. The wrench light showed up after I drove it a few miles after work without the programmer. Made it go away but it came back. I took it to the dealer for both problems and dealer could not reproduce it. Called hypertech told them the problem and they told me that it was the gasoline for the weird sound and that the wrench was because Ford had a Technical Bulletin out for the transmission and my truck was one of the unlucky ones. I reinstalled. Drove fine except for sound at WOT. Took a long trip. After about 300 miles nonstop, had to slow down cause of accident. Everytime I would accelerate I heard a scratching sound. Uninstalled for good. Other than that, I miss the mpg and better performance it gave. Will not use again except for checking DTC, etc.

Reviewed by Nathan D (Phelps, KY) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — Jun 29, 2011 8:29 PM

It was a nice product and was easly installed and could tell a power difference

Reviewed by jerry K (Franklinton, NC) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — Jun 09, 2011 2:51 PM

So far so good. Tire size has been corrected and the truck shifts much better with the right tire size. I have noticed a slight ping, although it goes away quickly. Not sure if thats gonna be a problem. No notice in better fuel mileage, actually a little less, but I have been fine tuning so I hope it eventually gets better. With the intake and the programmer it jumps of the line and will smoke those 33's..Pretty good!

Reviewed by Cecil L (Hampton, VA) Reviewed for a 2000 Toyota Avalon — May 31, 2011 3:48 AM

This device is simply awesome. My truck has a new attitude.

Reviewed by Karl S (Cary, NC) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — May 30, 2011 9:56 PM

This is my second Hypertech Max Energy purchase and installation (the prior unit was for a 1999 F350 7.3L diesel). In both instances, programming was quick and easy, and the results were positive. This form of programmer is not for those pursuing highly-customized, all-out performance improvement. It is, however, a very simple way to improve the drivability and power of a stock or lightly-modified vehicle. With less than 15 minutes of "work" to install - the 5.4L in the F150 now runs noticeably smoother, with improved throttle response and significantly improved punch at the top end. I also tightened up the shift firmness and elevated the shift point RPM (slightly) without adding harshness or other negative distractions. All good.

Reviewed by William H (Goldsboro, NC) Reviewed for a 2005 Ford F-150 — May 04, 2011 9:26 PM

Needed update out of the box but thats expected. First install did not work correctly. Engine would run fine and then no response for a few seconds then rev again. Came up with a generic code saying engine CPU had not learned enough yet. Went back to factory settings and did a second install. Seems to work fine now. Not sure on MPG yet and have noticed slight more power. (05 Ford F150 FX4)

Reviewed by Joe F (Amsterdam, NY) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-250 — Apr 24, 2011 10:06 AM

I would not recommend buying the Hypertech Max energy for a gas F-250. I did not change any shift points but I ran the truck on the premium setting for a couple months and on the regular gas setting for a couple months also. On the premium setting you do see performance gains, however, you only see them if you put the pedal on the floor! If you romp on it its a completely different truck! but if you drive normal you don't notice any power gains. I didn't plan on driving with the pedal on the floor all the time. When premium went over $4 per gallon I switched it to regular setting. No noticeable performance difference at all!! I just reset back to stock. It may be a combo of junk gas that they sell now but on regular AND premium settings the truck was pinging TERRIBLY!!! I also lost about 2mpg average. I'm not bashing the product, I read lots of reviews before buying, but almost none for newer gas engines so thats why I'm writing. I'm leaving it at stock and it doesn't ping at all!! It's basically a $300 code reader. Hope this is helpful to someone looking to buy.

Reviewed by Matthew Q (Missouri City, TX) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — Apr 20, 2011 6:25 AM

Works as advertised. Definitely better shifting and acceleration using the 87 octane optimization. Maybe 1 or 2 mpg better. 2010 Ford F-150 4x4 Lariat

Reviewed by Brad N (Gilbert, AZ) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — Apr 18, 2011 7:35 AM

Just what the truck needed, firmer shifts, no hesitation off the line, +1 mpg, and a speedo that's right on with 34" tires.

Reviewed by Terry S (Lancaster, CA) Reviewed for a 2005 Ford F-150 — Apr 13, 2011 8:24 PM

Bought this to fix the speedo on the truck which was off by 5mph. This fixed it plus also felt better in regards to power gains still using 87 octane gas

Reviewed by Martin A (Caledonia, MS) Reviewed for a 2008 Ford F-150 — Apr 05, 2011 10:03 AM

My initial response was shock to find out that buying a new programmer in 2011 that is "supposed to be" the latest technology was only updated through 2007. It was not even usable as is. I had to go online and update before installation. Once I got past that and did install I thought it lacked clarity and choices. It never asked what I was trying to accomplish. Didn't see any benefit of having it and wouldn't recommend it. Sending it back and getting a Superchip. I used them in the past and was pleased. AnythingAuto was extremely helpful during every stage of the process.

Reviewed by Jared M (Mechanicsburg, PA) Reviewed for a 2004 Ford F-150 — Mar 28, 2011 7:36 AM

Was able to regear the tires and adjust the transmission a little. Can't really tell if it made any major power upgrades but it isn't sluggish from the new tires.

Reviewed by William W (Little Elm, TX) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — Mar 25, 2011 7:42 PM

Throttle response is much improved. Gas mileage increased by 1 mpg. Changing transmission shift points has also increased drivability. Overall, I think the tuner was worth the money.

Reviewed by ERIC H (Dundalk, MD) Reviewed for a 2010 Ford F-150 — Mar 24, 2011 8:24 PM

Within a week I noticed a 1mpg jump. Make sure you update the divice firmware before install. Over all the truck seems lighter and the best thing I like is the trans. doesnt seem to down shift going up hill as much.