Founded in 2004, the Autel (French for “alter”) Intelligent Technology Company develops and sells a wide variety of advanced, digital diagnostic tools. Autel’s product lines include automotive diagnostic and analysis systems, TPMS diagnostic and service tools, electrical testers, professional scan tools, automotive oscilloscope, OBD II code readers/code scanners, digital inspection cameras and several specialty products available only from Autel. The company offers software updates for their products and hosts online forums and training sessions for customers. Autel is keenly focus on product development. They have committed to, and maintained, this focus by spending no less than 20% of their revenue on researching and developing new products. This has allowed Autel to increase its line of automotive diagnostic tools and to integrate new and emerging technologies into these tools as well.

Autel’s vision is to become a global leader in the automotive industry with their branded diagnostic tools and electronic equipment. In order to achieve these goals, the company has expanded into some of the largest markets for their products: North America, China, Europe and Latin America. Autel has been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in its field. The company emphasizes high quality products and maintains an active customer service line with warranties on all products that they sell. As a mission, Autel also emphasizes integrity, teamwork, accountability and passion from their employees.

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Types of Autel Products

Automotive Diagnostic & Analysis System

diagnostic analysis

Automotive Diagnostic and Analysis Systems mimic original equipment manufacturer tools, providing high quality, detailed data and diagnostic trouble codes. Many of Autel’s diagnostic & analysis systems include Wi-Fi internet connectivity and cover every electronic system available in over 40 vehicle makes, to include US, Asian and European models. Most systems are designed with touch screens and an easy-to-use user interface.

MaxiDAS

MaxiSys

Professional Diagnostic Tools

diagnostic analysis

Professional diagnostic tools are designed to read data directly from four primary systems for all cars on the road (engine, transmission, ABS and airbag), or for every car system for some of the more common vehicles in different countries. These tools can read live data streams, and are capable of reading the 10 test modes on ODB II test specifications.

MaxiDiag

MOT

OBDII Code Readers/Scanners

diagnostic analysis

The OBD II code readers/code scanners are designed for do-it-yourself customers who want a diagnostic tool that is easy to use and relatively hassle free. These tools allow for simple reading and clearing of diagnostic trouble codes from all on-board computers in vehicles that have been manufactured from 1996 onward. Autel’s tools are compatible with all such vehicles, and come with software that provides 7000+ DTC definitions.

Autolink

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tools

diagnostic analysis

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) tools are used to either activate a “sleeping” tire pressure sensor, or to reset or “relearn” the sensor identification for vehicles that possess the static “re-learn mode”.

Autolink

This includes a wide variety of vehicles made by General Motors, Chrysler, Ford, and a select few Japanese cars.

Digital Inspection Videoscope

diagnostic analysis

The digital inspection videoscope is a device that allows users to examine areas within the vehicle that are either difficult to see or difficult to reach without taking the vehicle apart. These devices may come with small view screens on the handheld device and a digital camera attached to the end of bendable cord. Digital inspection videoscopes can vary in size, cord length and complexity, but all operate on the same basic principle. Several of Autel’s digital inspection videoscopes have recording capabilities as well.

MaxiVideo

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Autel Product Comparisons

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tools Comparison

  TS408
Autel TS408
TS508K
Autel TS508K
TS608
Autel TS608
MaxiSys MS906TS
Autel MS906
Display TFT color display
(320 x 240)
TFT color display
(320 x 240)
7-inch LCD touchscreen
(1024 x 600)
8-inch LED touchscreen
(1024 x 768)
Li-Polymer Battery 3.7 V/3200 mAh 3.7 V/3200 mAh 3.7 V/5000 mAh 3.7 V/10,000 mAh
Operating Temp. 0°C to 50°C
(32°F to 122°F)
0°C to 50°C
(32°F to 122°F)
-10 to 60°C
(14 to 140°F)
-10 to 55°C
(14 to 131°F)
Storage Temp. -20°C to 70°C
(-4°F to 158°F)
-20°C to 70°C
(-4°F to 158°F)
-20 to 70°C
(-4 to 158°F)
-20 to 70°C
(-4 to 158°F)
Size
(w x h x d)
215 mm (8.46")
105 mm (4.13")
37 mm (1.46")
215 mm (8.46")
105 mm (4.13")
37 mm (1.46")
270.8 mm (10")
176 mm (6.9")
36 mm (1.4")
270.8 mm (10")
176 mm (6.9")
36 mm (1.4")
Weight 0.38 kg
(0.84 lb.)
0.39 kg
(0.86 lb.)
885 g
(2.31 lb.)
1.10 kg
(2.42 lb.)
Features
  • Activates all known TPMS sensors; reads sensor ID, pressure, temp. and battery condition; program AUTEL MX-sensors and provide on-tool relearn procedure
  • MX sensor programming: multi-programming with four methods
  • On-screen relearning instructions
  • Includes TS 408 featured plus more
  • MX sensor programming: multi-programming with five methods
  • OBDII sensor ID relearn
  • At-a-glance TPMS status screen; detect and display TPMS system faults; read and clear codes
  • Superior experience in TPMS health check, sensor programming, TPMS relearn, all system diagnostics as well as special service functions
  • Activate all known TPMS sensors and read sensor status
  • Diagnose ECU for complete TPMS health check with DTC description;
  • Read DTCs from ECU and erase DTCs;
  • Program MX-Sensors by copying original sensor IDs or creating new IDs randomly
  • Advanced service features include relearn parking brake pad after replacement, reset steering angle sensor (SAS), reset service mileage and service intervals, forced regeneration and adjusting injectors, support battery registration and reset, and support IMMO functions
  • Comprehensive TPMS service with Integrated TPMS antenna
  • Ergonomic design with rubberized outer protection
  • Intuitive navigation
  • Connect accessories through USB, audio and auxiliary ports
  • OE-Level functionality from comprehensive OBDII diagnostics and services to advanced ECU coding
  • Complete capabilities – live data, codes, active test, ECU, adaptation, matching, coding etc.
  • Simply identify vehicles using Smart AutoVIN technology

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Automotive Diagnostic & Analysis System Comparison

  MaxiSys 906BT
Autel MS906BT
MaxiSys 909
Autel MS909
MaxiSys 919
Autel MS919
MaxiSys ULTRA
Autel MS Ultra
Processor Samsung Exynos T5260 6-Core Processor (1.3 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 + 1.7 GHz dual-core ARM Cortex-A15) Samsung Exynos 8895V octa-core Processor (2.3GHz Quad-core Mongoose + 1.7GHz Quad-core A53) Samsung Exynos8895V octa-core Processor (2.3GHz Quad-core Mongoose + 1.7GHz Quad-core A53) Samsung Exynos8895V octa-core Processor (2.3GHz Quad-core Mongoose + 1.7GHz Quad-core A53)
SS Hard Drive 2 GB RAM & 32 GB ROM 4GB RAM & 128GB ROM 4GB RAM & 128GB ROM 4GB RAM & 256GB ROM
Connectivity
  • Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
  • USB: 2.0, Mini USB 2.0
  • Wireless BT V2.1+EDR Class1, HDMI 1.4a
  • SD Card (32 GB)
  • Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO)
  • BT v.2.1 + EDR
  • GPS
  • USB 2.0 (Type A and Mini)
  • HDMI 2.0
  • SD Card (Support up to 256GB)
  • Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO)
  • BT v.2.1 + EDR
  • GPS
  • USB 2.0 (Type A and Mini)
  • HDMI 2.0
  • SD Card (256GB)
  • Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO)
  • BT v.2.1 + EDR
  • GPS
  • USB 2.0 (Type A and Mini)
  • HDMI 2.0
  • SD Card (256GB)
Camera 8 MP rear; AF with Flashlight 5 MP front; 16 MP rear; AF with Flashlight 5 MP front; 16 MP rear; AF with Flashlight 5 MP front; 16 MP rear; AF with Flashlight
Audio Input/Output
  • Microphone
  • Single Speaker
  • 3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jack
  • Microphone
  • Duel Speaker
  • 3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jack
  • Microphone
  • Duel Speaker
  • 3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jack
  • Microphone
  • Duel Speaker
  • 3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jack
Display 8-inch LED touchscreen
(1024 x 768)
9.7-inch TFT-LCD touchscreen
(1536 x 2048)
9.7-inch TFT-LCD touchscreen
(1536 x 2048)
12.9-inch TFT-LCD touchscreen
(2732 x 2048)
Li-Polymer Battery 10,000 mAh 3.7 V 15,000 mAh 3.8V 15,000 mAh 3.8V 18,000 mAh 3.8V
Operating Temp. -10 to 55°C
(14 to 131°F)
0 to 50°C
(32 to 122°F)
0 to 50°C
(32 to 122°F)
0 to 50°C
(32 to 122°F)
Storage Temp. -20 to 70°C
(-4 to 158°F)
-20 to 60°C
(-4 to 140°F)
-20 to 60°C
(-4 to 140°F)
-20 to 60°C
(-4 to 140°F)
Size
(w x h x d)
270.8 mm (10")
176 mm (6.9")
36 mm (1.4")
304.4 mm (11.98")
227.8 mm (8.97")
42.5 mm (1.67")
304.4 mm (11.98")
227.8 mm (8.97")
42.5 mm (1.67")
366.5 mm (14.43")
280.9 mm (11.06")
34 mm (1.34")
Weight 1.05 kg
(2.3 lb.)
1.66 kg
(3.66 lb.)
1.66 kg
(3.66 lb.)
2.18 kg
(4.81 lb.)
Features
  • All Systems DTC Scan
  • Pre-scan Report & Post-scan Report (North America only)
  • Wireless MaxiVCI V100
  • Bi-Directional Control
  • Auto VIN Technology
  • ECU Coding
  • MaxiFix Cloud-Based Info System
  • Guided procedures with DTC analysis and fault code solutions
  • Color-coded all system status screen (on supported vehicles)
  • DTC Troubleshooting
  • Tech service bulletins (on selected vehicles)
  • Guided procedures with DTC analysis and fault code solutions
  • Color-coded all system status screen (on supported vehicles)
  • DTC Troubleshooting
  • Tech service bulletins (on selected vehicles)
  • VCL, oscilloscope, multimeter, waveform generator, can bus check
  • Guided procedures with DTC analysis and fault code solutions
  • Color-coded all system status screen (on supported vehicles)
  • DTC Troubleshooting
  • Tech service bulletins (on selected vehicles)
  • VCL, oscilloscope, multimeter, waveform generator, can bus check
  • View multiple functions at once

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Budget Code Readers / Scanners Comparison

  AutoLink AL609P
Autel AL609P
MaxiDiag MD808 Pro
Autel MD808
MaxiCheck MX808
Autel MX808
Display 2.8-inch LCD
(320 x 240)
4-inch LCD
(800 x 480)
7-inch LCD touchscreen
(1024 x 600)
Connectivity USB mini 2.0 OBD II DB15
  • Mini USB 2.0
  • Micro SD (16GB)
  • Mini USB 2.0
  • USB 2.0
  • Wi-Fi
  • HDMI Type A
  • Micro SD (32GB)
Power USB power adapter or OBD II cable connection USB power adapter or OBD II cable connection 3.7 V/5000 mAh lithium-polymer battery
Operating Temp.
  • OBD II cable connection to vehicle
  • Find DLC on the vehicle
  • OBD II cable connection to vehicle
  • USB external power adapter
3.7 V/5000 mAh Li-Polymer Battery
Storage Temp. -20°C to 70°C
(-4°F to 158°F)
-20°C to 70°C
(-4°F to 158°F)
-20to70°C
(-4to158°F)
Size
(w x h x d)
90.9 mm (3.6")
33.2 mm (1.3")
182.8 mm (7.2")
202 mm (8.35")
92 mm (3.62")
35 mm (1.4")
270.8mm (10")
176mm (6.9")
36mm (1.4")
Weight 237.9 g
(0.524 lb.)
313 g
(0.69 lb.)
885g
(2.31|b.)
Features
  • Reads and erases DTCs for ABS and SRS on most 1996 and newer major vehicle models
  • Retrieves generic (P0, P2, P3, and U0), manufacturer specific (P1, P3, and U1) codes and pending codes
  • Turns off Check Engine Light (MIL) and ABS warning lights, clears codes and resets monitors
  • Reads, stores and plays back live PCM data stream and live sensor data
  • Diagnostics & Service Tool
  • Easy-to-use handheld Tool with 840x480 Color Display
  • Read and clear codes in all available system modules
  • Service functions including Oil Light & Service Maintenance Reset, Battery Maintenance Reset, Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration functions, Steering Angle Sensor and Electronic Parking Brake resets
  • Combination of tool features from the MaxiCHECK Pro and MaxiDIAG MD802
  • Tethered OBDII connection
  • Read/test/clear trouble codes all four systems (powertrain, body, chassis, network & vehicle integration), control and test BMS / EPB / SAS / Oil Light Reset / DPF systems
  • Basic TPMS service to display, test, activate sensors

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