Good news! 2022 new arrival Autel MaxiSys series Automotive Diagnostic System scanners are in stock. What are the differences between them? Don’t know how to choose? Here we have listed a comparison table below for reference.
MS906S vs. MS906 Pro vs. MS906 Pro-TS vs. Ultra Comparison
Item | Autel MaxiSys MS906S | Autel MaxiSYS MS906 Pro | Autel MaxiSYS MS906 Pro-TS | Autel Maxisys Ultra |
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Price | €1,100 | €1,375 | €1,834 | €4,128 |
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Connection | Bluetooth MaxiSYS VCIMINI | Bluetooth MaxiSYS VCI200 | Bluetooth MaxiSYS VCI200 | Bluetooth MaxiFlash VCMI(including latest protocols) |
Screen | 8-inch touchscreen, 1024*768 DPI/TFT-LCD Asahi Glass | 8-inch touchscreen, 1920*1200 DPI/TFT-LCD Asahi Glass | 8-inch touchscreen, 1920*1200 DPI/TFT-LCD Asahi Glass | 12.9-inch touchscreen, 2732*2048 DPI/TFT-LCD Corelle Glass |
Battery | 10,000 mAh | 11,600 mAh | 11,600 mAh | 18,000 mAh |
Processor | 1.7GHz+1GHz, Hexa-Core | 2.3GHz+1.7GHz, Octa-Core | 2.3GHz+1.7GHz, Octa-Core | 2.3GHz+1.7GH, Octa-Core |
Memory | 64GB SSD/2GB RAM | 128GB SSD/4GB RAM | 128GB SSD/4GB RAM | 256GB SSD/4GB RAM |
Camera | 8MP Rear | 16MP Rear/ 5MP Front | 16MP Rear/ 5MP Front | 16MP Rear/ 5MP Front |
Docking Station | × | × | × | Included |
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Operating System | Android 4.4 | Android 7.0 | Android 7.0 | Android 7.0 |
Software Updates (via Wi-Fi) | 1 year free | 1 year free | 1 year free | 1 year free |
Automatic Detection | Auto-VIN/ Auto-Scan | Auto-VIN/ Auto-Scan Scan VIN/ Plate Scan | Auto-VIN/ Auto-Scan Scan VIN/ Plate Scan | Auto-VIN/ Auto-Scan Scan VIN/ Plate Scan |
License Plate Reader | × | Available on select vehicles | Available on select vehicles | Available on select vehicles |
Vehicle Coverage | Domestic, Asian & European(1996 & newer passenger/ light duty some medium duty) | Domestic, Asian & European(1996 & newer passenger/ light duty some medium duty) | Domestic, Asian & European(1996 & newer passenger/ light duty some medium duty) | Domestic, Asian & European(1996 & newer passenger/ light duty some medium duty) |
OBDII Test Modes | All 10 test modes(live& freeze frame/ enhanced mode 6) | All 10 test modes(live& freeze frame/ enhanced mode 6) | All 10 test modes(live& freeze frame/ enhanced mode 6) | All 10 test modes(live& freeze frame/ enhanced mode 6) |
Service Resets | 26 service features | 26 service features | 26 service features | 26 service features |
Diesel PM | Reset diesel emissions(light & medium duty vehicles) | Reset diesel emissions(light & medium duty vehicles) | Reset diesel emissions(light & medium duty vehicles) | Reset diesel emissions(light & medium duty vehicles) |
System Diagnostics | Access all modules(in all systems) | Access all modules(in all systems) | Access all modules(in all systems) | Access all modules(in all systems) |
Component Activations | Bi-directional control | Bi-directional control | Bi-directional control | Bi-directional control |
Enhanced Functions | Coding + adaptations | Advanced coding + adaptations | Advanced coding + adaptations | Advanced coding + adaptations |
ADAS Calibration | × | ADAS upgrade & frame kit(purchase required) | ADAS upgrade & frame kit(purchase required) | ADAS upgrade & frame kit(purchase required) |
Battery Analyzation | × | MaxiBAS software(with update, Autel MaxiBAS BT506) | MaxiBAS software(with update, Autel MaxiBAS BT506) | MaxiBAS software(with update, Autel MaxiBAS BT506) |
Cloud Services | × | Remote programming, repair database & report storage(coming soon) | Remote programming, repair database & report storage(coming soon) | Remote programming, repair database & report storage(coming soon) |
Complete TPMS Function | × | × | TPMS diagnostics, service & 1-sensor programming | × |
Repair Assist | × | × | × | Guided procedures with DTC analysis & fault code solutions |
Topology Module Mapping | × | × | × | Color coded all system status screen on supported vehicles |
Relevant Cases | × | × | × | DTC troubleshooting |
Technical Service Bulletins | × | × | × | Available on select vehicles |
VCMI 5-in-one Device | × | × | × | VCI, oscilloscope, multimeter, waveform generator, CAN bus check |
Split Screen Display | × | × | × | View multiple functions at once |
Differences
- Price
Autel MS906S < MS906PRO < MS906PRO-TS < ULTRA
- Hardware Configuration
Autel MS906S < MS906PRO < MS906PRO-TS < ULTRA
- MS906S isn’t equipped with a front camera while others are equipped;
- Autel Ultra features with the largest touchscreen, battery & memory. Only Ultra has the docking station.
- Software Functions
Autel MS906S < MS906PRO < MS906PRO-TS < ULTRA
- Autel Ultra covers almost functions that others had. Besides, it also has more functions than others such as repair assist, topology module mapping, relevant cases, technical service bulletins, VCMI 5-in-one device & split screen display.
- Only MS906PRO-TS supports TPMS diagnostics, service &1-sensor programming while others does not.
Similarities
- All are featured with a Bluetooth VCI, 8-inch+ touch screen, stable processor, HD camera & large memory.
- All are running Android system, 1 year free update via Wi-Fi.
- All support a wide car coverage, including 1996+ passenger, light duty and some medium duty.
- All support Auto-VIN detection, 10 OBDII test modes, 26 maintenance services, full system diagnosis, bi-directional control, reset diesel emissions, coding + adaptations.
Summary
Autel MaxiSys series is designed for professional car diagnosis. All 4 models can be a good tool for technicians and car repair shops.
Autel MS906S Price is the most affordable among them. Although its functions are the least but enough for daily vehicle maintenance and repair. All system diagnosis, 10 OBD2 test modes, 26 reset service, bi-directional control and more are basic functions for car diagnosis. It’s an entry-level diagnostic tool that any mechanics will need.
Autel MS906 Pro & Autel MS906Pro-TS are the medium-level diagnostic scanners. They support ADAS calibration, battery analyzation & cloud service while MS906S does not. Particularly worth mentioning is only the MS906 Pro-TS supports TPMS service. Technicians can flexibly purchase the most appropriate tool according to needs.
Autel Ultra Scanner is the most advanced & comprehensive tool in MaxiSys series. It has the highest configuration and most features while others do not. It can realize more advanced functions on the basis of satisfying daily diagnosis. It’s a high-level diagnostic tool, suitable for those who want to experience intelligent performance and multi-functions.