A new key tool from Autel MaxiIM series has been launched recently, and it’s available to pre-order now – That’s the Autel MaxiIM KM100 universal key generator kit. As a member of IM series, it should provide professional & intelligent solutions for auto keys. So, we have below questions:
What’s Autel MaxiIM KM100?
Autel KM100 is a professional key tool for key generation & transponder programming. Offers an easy way to do key adding and all keys lost. It’s equipped with the functions that locksmiths should have to need at work.
Functions
- 60-seconds key generation(Autel Universal only).
- Read & write transponder, clone transponder.
- Frequency detection.
- Ignition coil detection.
- Compatible with Auel blank universal smart keys.
- Renew keys for 36 vehicle makes.
- Edit transponder of 20 categories.
- Support PLC V200.
- Dual-band, high frequency transmitter 315m/434m or 868m/915m, support certification requirements of various regions.
Compatibility
- Support AutoVIN.
- Over 90% car models industry-learning coverage of IMMO learning by OBD.
- Support 8 key series & 37 models.
- Covering the top 100 selling models for the last 10 years.
- Global version, no IP blocking problem
- Multi-Language: English, German, Spanish, French, Polish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Russian, Turkish, Korean, Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, Thai , Vietnamese, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese
Configuration
| Screen | 5.5-inch touch screen |
| Resolution | 1280*720p |
| Memory | 64G+2G RAM |
| Camera | 8MP |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Battery | 4950mAh |
What’s Autel KM100 different from IM508 & IM608?
Autel KM100 vs. IM508 vs. IM608 Comparison
| Item | Autel KM100 | AutelIM508 | Autel IM608 |
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| Price | €513 | €897 | €2499 |
| Universal transponder & key generation | √ | × | × |
| Transponder simulation | √ | × | × |
| Transponder editing | √ | × | × |
| Transponder cloning | √ | × | × |
| Ignition coil detection | √ | × | × |
| Vehicle diagnostics | × | √ | √ |
| Vehicle service functions | × | √ | √ |
| IMMO function via programmer | × | √ | √ |
| Transponder reading | √ | √ | √ |
| Frequency detection | √ | √ | √ |
| Key unlocking | √ | √ | √ |
| Immobilizer data processing | √ | √ | √ |
| IMMO in open OBD mode | √ | √ | √ |
Autel KM100 has the function of universal transponder and key generation, transponder simulation/editing/cloning, ignition coil detection while either IM508 or IM608 does not. It’s specialized in programming transponders. More portable and easier to carry. What’s more, it has a bargain price than others.
In comparison, IM508 & IM608 are featured with more comprehensive and advanced immo programming functions. Having full system diagnosis & service functions while KM100 doe not. The more functions it supports, the more expensive it is.
In summary, MaxiIM KM100 can work as a portable tool for locksmiths or DIYers. It can be the main tool to program transponders and is ready for later working with IM508/IM608. It should be a must have tool in Autel IMMO series. For enthusiasts, KM100 price is more acceptable.
It can be predicted that KM100 could be the next hot sale of Autel Automotive Key Tools.