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Autel Diagnostic Tools Comparison Guide: Find Your Perfect Scanner

Which Autel Should I Buy?

Find the perfect diagnostic tool for your automotive repair needs

Autel offers a wide range of diagnostic tablets for automotive professionals and DIY enthusiasts. This comprehensive guide compares all available models at OBDPRICE to help you make an informed decision based on your specific requirements, budget, and workshop size.

This article categorizes Autel's OBD2 scanner tablet series roughly into Personal & Small Shops,  Small-Medium Shops, Professional Shops, and TPMS Specialized sections. You can scroll to the table below to review model specifications that best match your business type.

If your requirements are still unclear, you can quickly complete the short 2–3 question survey below to help identify your needs. Based on your selections, we'll recommend the most suitable model for you.

⚠️Please note that our recommendations are for reference only.
If you have specific functional requirements, we suggest contacting us for a pre-sales consultation via email at sales@obdprice.com. Please include the VIN and the functions you need so we can verify compatibility.

1

Do you need ECU Programming for Mercedes or BMW vehicles?

This is the most critical distinction that determines your minimum tool requirement.

Yes, I need Mercedes/BMW ECU Programming
Full module programming, software updates, and complex adaptations for Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and other luxury brands.
Minimum Requirement
MS908S Pro II or higher. Lower models cannot perform online programming for Mercedes/BMW.
No, I don't need Mercedes/BMW Programming
My work doesn't require full ECU programming for Mercedes or BMW vehicles.

2

Do you need System Topology Mapping functionality?

Advanced network diagnosis with wiring diagrams and system topology views.

Yes, I need System Topology
For complex network diagnosis, wiring diagrams, and comprehensive system views in luxury vehicles.
Recommended Models (With Topology)
MS909, MS919, Ultra Lite S, Ultra
No, I don't need Topology Mapping
Standard diagnostic capabilities are sufficient for my needs.
Recommended Models (Without Topology)
MS908S Pro II, Maxisys Elite II Pro

2

Do you need ECU Coding functionality?

Changing configurations, adapting new parts, and activating hidden features.

Yes, need coding for Benz/Audi/BMW/Porsche/VW
Online coding for all major European brands including Mercedes-Benz.
Minimum Requirement
MS908S Pro II level or higher
Yes, need coding for BMW/Porsche/VW
Online coding for BMW, Porsche, and Volkswagen group vehicles only.
Minimum Requirement
MP808S Kit level or higher
No, I don't need ECU Coding
Basic diagnostics and service functions are sufficient.
Recommended Level
MX808S level or higher

3

What is your budget range?

Set your budget range in CAD to see the best options within your price range.

Enter your budget range (CAD)
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3

Select your budget range

Choose your preferred budget range in CAD to see the most suitable basic diagnostic tools.

Under $1,000 CAD
Basic diagnostic tools for personal use or small shops
$1,000 - $2,000 CAD
Enhanced diagnostic tools with more features
$2,000 - $3,000 CAD
Professional tools for medium shops
Over $3,000 CAD
High-end professional diagnostic systems

Important Notice
All functions vary by specific car model. A pre-sales consultation is highly recommended to make sure everything you want will work on vehicles. Please provide vehicle VIN for us for matching.

Please contact us at sales@obdprice.com for a pre-sales consultation.

🔧 For Personal Use & Small Repair Shops 

Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and small repair shops, these diagnostic tools provide essential functions at an affordable price point.

They offer reliable daily maintenance, code reading, code clearing, reset services to handle most common diagnostic needs.

Features MX808S MX808S
CA$489.00 Buy Now
MK808S/MK808Z MK808S/MK808Z
CA$529.00 Buy Now
MK808BT Pro MK808BT Pro
CA$609.00 Buy Now
MX808S-TS MX808S-TS
CA$849.00 Buy Now
MX900 MX900
CA$698.00 Buy Now
MK900-BT MK900-BT
CA$719.00 Buy Now
MK900-TS MK900-TS
CA$1,049.00 Buy Now
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
CPU Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566
RAM/ROM Storage 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB
Screen Size 7-inch 7-inch 7-inch 7-inch 8-inch 8-inch 8-inch
Screen Resolution 1024x600 1024x600 1024x600 1024x600 1280×800 1280×800 1280×800
Battery 5000mAh 5000mAh 5000mAh 5000mAh 7700mAh 7700mAh 7700mAh
Android Version Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11
Wi-Fi ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz)
Camera ✓ (Rear: 8MP) ✓ (Rear: 8MP) ✓ (Rear: 8MP)
HDMI ✓ (Type A) ✓ (Type A)
VCI main cable main cable VCI Mini VCI Mini main cable V150 V150
Weight 0.78 kg 0.78 kg 0.73 kg 0.77 kg / / /
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Read/Clear Codes
Live Data
Service Functions
Special Functions
Active Tests
ADVANCED FEATURES
Online ECU Coding
Online ECU Progranning
Refresh Hidden Functions
Guided Function
Auto VIN
SCAN VIN
Scan License
Remote Desk
Pre&Post Scan
WiFi Printing
DoIP/CAN FD
D-PDU/RP1210
TPMS Functions
EXPANSION FUNCTIONS & CLOUD SERVICES
Battery Test (With BT506)
Endoscope Support (MV105S/MV108S)
Report Management
Remote Expert
AccuFix
UPDATES & LANGUAG & GATEWAY SUPPORT
Free Update Included 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year
Language Support Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations No Limitations Except for APAC and IMEA regions Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations No Limitations
Renault Gateway
FCA Auto Auth
FCA SGW Support

🏢 For Small to Medium Repair Shops 

Designed for growing repair shops that need more than just basic diagnostics. These mid-range models offer advanced features like BMW coding, VW/Audi hidden functions, and guided functions.

Features MP808S Kit MP808S Kit
CA$789.00 Buy Now
MP900/MP900E MP900/MP900E
CA$939.00 Buy Now
DS808S-TS DS808S-TS
CA$979.00 Buy Now
MP900-TS MP900-TS
CA$1,179.00 Buy Now
MP808BT Pro MP808BT Pro
CA$789.00 Buy Now
MP900-BT Series MP900(Z)-BT
CA$1,069.00 Buy Now
MS906 Pro MS906 Pro
CA$1,429.00 Buy Now
MS906 Pro-TS MS906 Pro-TS
CA$1,749.00 Buy Now
MK906 Pro/MK906S Pro MK906 Pro/MK906S Pro
CA$1,429.00 Buy Now
MK906 Pro-TS Series MK906 Pro2-TS
CA$1,999.00 Buy Now
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
CPU Rockchip RK3566 / Rockchip RK3566 / Rockchip RK3566 / Exynos 8895 Exynos 8895 Qualcomm 660 Qualcomm 660
RAM/ROM Storage 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB
Screen Size 7-inch 8-inch 7-inch 8-inch 7-inch 8-inch 8-inch 8-inch 8-inch 8-inch
Screen Resolution 1024x600 1280x800 1024x600 1280x800 1024x600 1280x800 1920x1200 1920x1200 1920x1200 1920x1200
Battery 5000mAh 7700mAh 5000mAh 7700mAh 5000mAh 7700mAh 11600mAh 11600mAh 11600mAh 11600mAh
Android Version Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 11 Android 7.0 Android 7.0 Android 10.0 Android 10.0
Wi-Fi ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz)
Camera ✓ (Rear: 8MP) ✓ (Rear: 8MP) ✓ (Rear: 8MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP) ✓ (16M+16M) ✓ (16M+16M)
HDMI ✓ (Type A) ✓ (Type A) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0)
VCI main cable main cable VCI Mini V150 VCI Mini V150 V200 V200 V200 V200
Weight 0.78 kg / 0.77 kg / 0.73 kg / 0.920 kg 0.962 kg 0.90 kg 0.94 kg
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Read/Clear Codes
Live Data
Service Functions
Special Functions
Active Tests
ADVANCED FEATURES
Online ECU Programming
Benz Online Coding
Audi Online Coding
BMW Online Coding
Porsche Online Coding
VW Online Coding
Refresh BMW Hidden Functions
Refresh VW/Audi/Skoda Hidden Functions
VW/Audi/Skoda/Seat/Man LD Guided Functions
Bently Guided Functions
OTHERS FEATURES
TPMS Functions
Auto VIN
SCAN VIN
Scan License
Remote Desk
D-PDU/RP1210
DoIP/CAN FD
Pre&Post Scan
WiFi Printing
EXPANSION FUNCTIONS & CLOUD SERVICES
Battery Test (With BT506)
Endoscope Support (MV105S/MV108S)
Report Management
Remote Expert
AccuFix
UPDATES & LANGUAG & GATEWAY SUPPORT
Free Updates 2 Years 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 2 Years 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year
Language Support No Limitations No Limitations Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations No Limitations No Limitations English Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations No Limitations
Renault Gateway
FCA Auto Auth
FCA SGW Support

🚗 For Professional Repair Shops 

Professional-grade diagnostic tools designed for dealerships, large repair facilities, and specialized shops. These high-end models feature online programming capabilities, comprehensive system coverage, and cloud services.

Features MK908 II MK908 II
CA$1,649.00 Buy Now
MS908S Pro II MS908S Pro II
CA$2,159.00 Buy Now
Maxisys Elite II Pro Elite II Pro
CA$2,749.00 Buy Now
MS909 MS909
CA$3,769.00 Buy Now
MS919 MS919
CA$4,309.00 Buy Now
Ultra lite S Ultra Lite S
CA$3,839.00 Buy Now
Ultra Ultra
CA$5,109.00 Buy Now
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
CPU Qualcomm 660 Qualcomm 660 / Exynos 8895 Exynos 8895 Exynos 8895 Exynos 8895
RAM/ROM Storage 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/256GB 4GB/256GB
Screen Size 10.1-inch 9.7-inch 9.7-inch 9.7-inch 9.7-inch 12.9-inch 12.9-inch
Screen Resolution 1920x1200 2048x1536 1536*2048 2048x1536 2048x1536 2732x2048 2732x2048
Battery 15000mAh 11000mAh 11000mAh 15000mAh 15000mAh 18000mAh 18000mAh
Android Version Android 10 Android 10 Android 10 Android 7.0 Android 7.0 Android 7.0 Android 7.0
Wi-Fi ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz)
Camera ✓ (Rear 16MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP)
HDMI ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0)
VCI Bluetooth box Maxiflash Elite MaxiFlash VCI MaxiFlash VCI MaxiFlash VCMI MaxiFlash VCI MaxiFlash VCMI
Weight 1.58 kg / 1.6 kg 1.7 kg 1.7 kg 2.18 kg 2.18 kg
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Read/Clear Codes
Live Data
Service Functions
Special Functions
Active Tests
PROFESSIONAL FEATURES
Benz Online Programming
BMW Online Programming
Benz Online Coding
BMW Online Coding
Audi Online Coding
Porsche Online Coding
VW Online Coding
BMW Hidden Functions
VW/Audi/Skoda Hidden Functions
VW/Audi/Skoda/Seat/Man LD Guided Functions
Bently Guided Functions
McLaren & Tesla Diagnostics McLaren only
System Topology
OTHERS FEATURES
TPMS Functions
Auto VIN
SCAN VIN
Scan License
Remote Desk
D-PDU/RP1210
DoIP/CAN FD
Pre&Post Scan
WiFi Printing
EXPANSION FUNCTIONS & CLOUD SERVICES
Battery Test (With BT506)
Endoscope Support (MV105S/MV108S)
Oscilloscope Function ✓ (VCMI) ✓ (VCMI)
EV Box Upgrade
Report Management
Remote Expert
AccuFix
UPDATES & LANGUAG & GATEWAY SUPPORT
Free Updates 1 Year 1 Year 2 Years 1 Year 1 Year 2 Year 1 Years
Language Support No Limitations English, Spanish, German, Italian, French No Limitations Except for APAC and IMEA regions Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations Except for APAC and IMEA regions
Renault Gateway
FCA Auto Auth
FCA SGW Support

🛞 TPMS Specialized Tools 

Specialized diagnostic tools designed specifically for tire shops and service centers focusing on wheel and tire services. These TS models combine full diagnostic capabilities with comprehensive TPMS functions.

Features MX808S-TS MX808S-TS
CA$849.00 Buy Now
MK900-TS MK900-TS
CA$1,049.00 Buy Now
MS906 Pro-TS MS906 Pro-TS
CA$1,749.00 Buy Now
MK906 Pro-TS Series MK906 Pro2-TS
CA$1,999.00 Buy Now
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
CPU Rockchip RK3566 Rockchip RK3566 Qualcomm 660 Qualcomm 660
RAM/ROM Storage 4GB/64GB 4GB/64GB 4GB/128GB 4GB/128GB
Screen Size 7-inch 8-inch 8-inch 8-inch
Battery 5000mAh 7700mAh 11600mAh 11600mAh
Android Version Android 11 Android 11 Android 10 Android 10
Wi-Fi ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz) ✓ (2.4&5 GHz)
Camera ✓ (Rear 16MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 5MP) ✓ (Rear 16MP, Front 16MP)
HDMI ✓ (Type A) ✓ (2.0) ✓ (2.0)
VCI VCI Mini V150 V200 V200
TPMS FUNCTIONS
Advanced TPMS Check
Program Autel MX Sensors
98% TPMS Sensor Activation Coverage
Wide OBD Relearn Support
On-screen Relearn Guidance
Compatible with BLE-A001 Sensor
DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTIONS
Full System Diagnostics
Read/Clear Codes
Live Data
Service Functions
Special Functions
Online ECU Coding(BMW/VW/Porsche)
Hidden Brush(BMW/VW/Audi/Skoda)
VAG Guided Function(VW/Audi/Skoda/Seat/Man LD/Bently)
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Auto VIN
Scan VIN/Scan Lisense
Remote Desk
DoIP/CAN FD
Pre&Post Scan
WiFi Printing
EXPANSION FUNCTIONS & CLOUD SERVICES
Battery Test (With BT506)
Endoscope Support (MV105S/MV108S)
Report Management
Remote Expert
UPDATES & LANGUAG & GATEWAY SUPPORT
Free Updates 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year
Language Support Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations Except for APAC and IMEA regions No Limitations
Renault Gateway
FCA Auto Auth
FCA SGW Support

How to Choose the Right Diagnostic Tool

For DIY Users & Small Shops

Recommended: MX808S, MK808S, MK808BT Pro, MK808Z

These entry-level models provide essential diagnostic functions including code reading/clearing, data streaming, and basic service functions. Perfect for personal use or small repair shops that need reliable basic diagnostics.

For Growing Repair Shops

Recommended: MP808S Kit, MS906 Pro, MK906 Pro, MP900 Series

Mid-range models add advanced features like BMW coding, VW/Audi hidden functions, and guided functions. Ideal for shops working on European vehicles that need more than just basic diagnostics.

For Professional Shops

Recommended: MS908S Pro II, Elite II Pro, Ultra Series, MS909, MS919

Professional-grade tools with online programming capabilities, system topology diagrams, and cloud services. Essential for dealerships and large repair facilities working on premium brands.

For Tire Specialists

Recommended: All TS models (MX808S-TS, MK900-TS, MS906 Pro-TS, etc.)

TPMS-specialized tools that combine full diagnostic capabilities with comprehensive tire pressure monitoring system functions. Perfect for tire shops and service centers focusing on wheel and tire services.

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