BEST Scanner Under $600? Special Deal from AUTEL! (MaxiPRO vs MaxiCOM demo on Saab 97-X)

[@eastwoodrmc1995]

I love the content and the fact that you don't put a bunch of annoying music like a stupid bass track with it. Keep up the great work! I wish you were closer to Louisville Kentucky.

[@weshawkins7165]

Good video Ivan. I’ve got the Autel MS906bt and, thru you, I got the ThinkTool Pros. Love the ThinkTool. I work out of my home as you do but don’t do a fraction of the diagnostic work you do. Even at 66 I love the challenges diagnosing brings. Scan tools can become an addiction. Thank you for great videos.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

Considering these tools cost about the same as a minor/mid level repair it seems a no-brainer to have one even if you just want to educate yourself about your own vehicle. I have found that a good honest tech will appreciate when you go in with a level headed perspective about the problem as long as you don't erase the codes first.😂

[@woppini]

Ivan, something to consider.. Autel will lock any updates through their server, or support if the scanners are bought other than a legit US distributor. They are pretty serious about it

[@jcnikoley]

I picked up them maxicom a couple months ago. Glad to hear it can be updated to give bi-directional capabilities.

[@arcburn3364]

I'm going to comment as a 70 year old retired welder who has found a new hobby in working on vehicles after helping my grandson keep his 1999 GMC truck going. Back in the 1990's I used to hear complaints about how the new computerized vehicles were just to complicated to work on. Now they seem simple or at least a lot simpler. As someone who loves to watch your videos, I sometimes fast forward through the parts where you are showing scanner/diagnostic tools that are way out of my price range or justification. This particular video has me rethinking that mindset. I am glad I kept watching so much of your content, and if I was a little younger, I would probably look back in the future on these cars today as much simpler, if that makes sense. Anyway thank you Ivan for all you do for us.

[@noeygarza64]

Love the Thinkcar Thinktool Pros. Not a pro by all means but helped me program a junkyard ABS module on a Ford Expedition. Diagnoses a bad speed sensor and a wheel bearing hub on a Nissan. Just a hobbyist. Also have the LAUNCH X431 PRO3S+.

[@Bizija123]

I have a ThinkTool mini for under $350 it has lifetime updates and bi-directional capability for $50 per year per make. Since I'm a hobbyist I don't often need bi-directional and the thinktool mini scans every module in every car i throw at it, it's excellent. It also has 10 hour battery, and 18 special functions.

[@chodkowski01]

My maxicom battery is always dead and the annual updates are $199

[@codyshaylyn]

MaxiPro has ECU coding capability as well as bidirectional control and MaxiCom has bidirectional no coding included both great tools

[@ajwestern1000]

Thanks for the awesome review Ivan!! Was looking around for a great scanner and your review video just helped me seal the deal!!! Pulled the trigger in the Autel MaxiCOM 808TS. Now that it's bidirectional it's a no brainer!! And today and tomorrow are Amazon prime days so great and I mean great sales on them right now!!!!!

[@dublindave5795]

That's a great deal on the MP808TS. I paid over $900 in late 2019

[@forrestlibby9456]

Me too

[@PaulysAuto]

Great video, thanks for sharing this with us Ivan...REALLY appreciate you taking the time to show all of this. Have a great weekend man!

[@allanmorgan4976]

Awsome review, I purchased from Amazon Australia almost 2K here thanks Ivan

[@mikeluscher159]

I just bought a slightly used MaxiCOM MK808 for $350, it's been working very well with what I've been asking from it. No TPMS unfortunately

[@prodogey69]

Doesn't the update add tpms?

[@johndutton4860]

i ended up buying a launch 129E a few years ago for 210 dollars it was a great investment free updates for life

[@educationaltvshows9950]

Quite limited. Not suit for much repairs. Does not scan all modules! - Does only 4 systems. And only 5 reset. Limited cars etc.. I'd say just an overpriced wired obd2 scanner. Id go for launch 919 for 200-300$. Or tight budget even 99$ Xtool A30D is more capable than 129

[@kevin9c1]

I've owned TPMS vehicles since 2010 and haven't needed a tool yet (GM and Mercedes - can't speak to other makes). Provided I bought the proper OEM sensors, I've never had an issue following the OEM relearn process. Yes generic sensors are cheaper but they last a long time and it would take a long time to pay that back with a tool.

[@YuckFou0x0FFFF]

I don't bother with TPMS bs because 90% of the time the work gets declined anyway. Nobody gives a rats ass about that yellow light.

[@kevin9c1]

@@YuckFou0x0FFFF I think a lot of that is because many cars don't tell you actual tire pressures through the gauge cluster. All 5 vehicles I've owned with TPMS (04-08 vehicles) show me individual tire pressure, which I find very useful.

[@athhud]

The cheapest option with TPMS is to keep the OEM sensors and just install new batteries. I know with my wife’s 2016 Impala you have to reprogram the sensors after the batteries die, but that’s no big deal with a cheap $10 ebay tool.

[@dougwilson8039]

Thank you so much Ivan for showing the diagnostic steps so clearly, it's so helpful for us learners . Great to know about the scan tools too.

[@rubberman2006]

I have the MaxiCom MK808BT that I bought a couple years ago. annual subscription is $150 for updates.

[@jimr549]

I've switched my 2017 Focus to use the wheel speed sensors since I have winter wheels and tires without tpms sensors using Forscan. Works perfectly and no tpms sensor worries.

[@carbie5614]

How did you do that?

[@volvo09]

I like the actual pressure readouts from TPMS, but I understand not wanting to reprogram with a seasonal wheel change...

[@jimr549]

@@carbie5614 In Fords there's a setting called deflation detection. I think it's in the BCM. You access it using Forscan. I forget the wording of the setting to look for but basically you change it from using the sensors to using the deflation detection method. There are threads in the Forscan forums that talk about it. Since you can't see the tire pressures on the dashboard anyway on Fords I didn't lose any functionality. There are some other things you can tweak as well.

[@carmevlog9804]

how much

[@BigDogDiagnostics]

Heard such good things about this channel. Embarrassing to admit I kept spacing out looking you up. I’m so glad your channel popped up on my feed today. Keep up the great work brother! Looks like I have a ton of content to catch up on 🤘

[@crbourret]

I'm a DIY'r and have the MaxiCom MK808TS and have been very happy with it. I use it mostly for programming TPMS sensors into my 4Runner twice a year when I switch from my snow tires to regular tires and back again. I also use it to pull codes when needed.

[@robertm708]

I just ordered a tcp card for my old ts608. Can't wait to check out the added bidirectional controls. I had recently got a thinkdiag and an xtool a30m that have quite a bit of functionality and inexpensive bidirectional control, but my experience is Autel has much clearer on-screen guidance for special functions with less flakey behavior. Still happy to have my array of powerful cheap tools that are all getting updates for now.

[@SerenoOunce]

Where I don't need bi-directional controls I typically just break out the Torque app on my phone w/ ELM327 dongle. Once you set up your customized dashboards it's generally faster than any "PRO" scanner. Only tricky part is finding a good clone dongle. ~50/50 chance of getting one that works well or very flaky vehicle support.

[@Syntappi]

I bought Autel MP808TS just a year ago. Last week the VCI died on it, just one solid red led on when plugged in. Contacted the seller on ebay, and they said that i need to send the whole unit back to China, and i need to pay the repair since i've owned it just over a year and it is out of warranty. Their listing says that it has 5 year warranty which is seemingly complete BS. I'll maybe buy another vci for it, but i thought about buying Thinktool Pros now. I have Launch Diagun iv too, and it has been working flawless for four years so i trust Launch quality more than Autel.

[@mikeaho4143]

Great vid Ivan. Love the step by step on the scanners.

[@AP9311]

Wow, very good detailed explanation on all scanners you used for the job that's affordable and easy diagnosis to use. Thanks for the video. Helps me to understand that what's good and what's not. Now sure did increase my knowledge on those now. Thanks for the video, Ivan!!

[@robertwarshaw3902]

I have the MK808 for almost 3 years with this up date I am impressed But it was only 134.00 to renew

[@MikeBrown-hd3bt]

i got the 808 BT pro and love it !!! but im already itching to spend more money on somthing bigger, thanks for this video , showed me how to delete all the apps i dont need taking up space and much more 😎

[@EM-df6mo]

Thanks for sharing all that knowledge on those scanners young man. Your a wizard using these things. Great video well worth watching like any of the videos you post.

[@jimpetty45]

I bought the diagonal x431 right about the time you started using the thinktool wish I would of waited I like the topology feature on the think tool.

[@rickjones6798]

Man I really enjoy your videos so informative I don't mess with a lot but GM and mainly my own but I think it'd be worth me and invest in one I work on my own stuff and my family's but very informative keep up the great videos buddy

[@alanwelsh8920]

Great to see the review of diagnostic tools. I did alot of research my self a few months ago. The one I went with was the xtool D9. Bidirectional. After using it for a month I think it is a fantastic tool. If the tool doesn't have what you want you can email customer services from the tool and they will give you the update in 24hrs. If you have a problem using your tool on a certain job you can ask them to do it for you remotely. Also has the BT.. Doip.. And can fd. Thank s for all the time you put in to teaching us I have learnt alot from you and will continue to learn. Thank you . You have a great day.

[@alexchliwnyj5941]

Great review. I have watched many scanner reviews where the guys sit in the car and show menus out of focus and talk and talk. Mostly they make the windows go up and down or honk the horn to show bidirectional control. It was really great to see you actually using it to do TPMS which I need to do on a 2008 Volvo.. I also need to diagnose an emissions problem on a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I bought an XTool D7 but even though the special functions show up under the sub menus apparently not much is supported of actual value for me. BUT it could make the windows go up and down on my Jeep.! I should have expected limited functionality when it only gave me the option of Grand Cherokee 2005 and older. I guess there isn't much of a scanner market for old Jeeps.

[@RipCityBassWorks]

I bought a cheapo CGSULIT SC870 and it has worked fine for what it is. No bi-directional controls, but it does work for reading codes and data from all modules of many brands. Biggest downside is it has a clunky interface (no touch screen).

[@SerenoOunce]

An important consideration is the storage on the scanner. Mostly satisfied with functionality of my Launch x431 but only has 16GB. Can only hold so much software for different makes and need to occasionally uninstall one to load up another.

[@chosenautomotive6873]

You can add a micro SD card to the x431 to remedy the storage issue

[@thecode3fc]

pulled the trigger on the MaxiCOM MK808TS. (Used your link/store.)😉

[@GreyRockOne]

Very nice review, wish I could afford even the cheapest one.

[@educationaltvshows9950]

Xtool a30d is less than 99$ but do 99% diag like big boys. Bidirectional and lifetime free updates! Next step is 250-350$ range 7" tablets: launch 919 and otofix d1 lite. No point really going over that. Better get these cheaper 2-3 different names than one big expensive scanner.

[@bigdaddymak1439]

I got a ThinkDiag a couple of yrs ago works great for occasional diy

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Very impressive demonstration for a very impressive tool! The MaxiCOM MK808TS seems perfect (I would say unbeatable) for it's price.

[@educationaltvshows9950]

Otofix d1 lite is quite same but less than 300$. After 2 years works free for life or 100$ a year if you need new cars..

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

@@educationaltvshows9950 Yep. Things do change in a year 🙂

[@robbflynn4325]

I would have been tempted to buy one of these a year ago but at the moment I can just about afford to put gas in my car to get to work, praying it holds up. FJB.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Hah I'm with you on that one Robb! 🙄

[@chodkowski01]

Once you buy the scanner you have to pay annually otherwise it holds functions back.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

@@chodkowski01 no, you just don't get the newest functions lol. Just buy a new scanner every 3 years or so... Cheaper than paying for updates 😁👍

[@sneal77777]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics that’s how I roll

[@williamblanks8500]

they dont hold anything back they just dont let you update anymore.. the updates usually only add newer year models, etc..

[@conrailfan6277]

Great video Ivan, thanks for walking us thru the choices, I'm leaning toward the scanner with TPMS capabilities for my vehicles, but I'm still watching Ebay for a Tech 2 with Candi module too!! I was a GM tech for 10 years before I decided to go Trucking for a living and I love the Tech 2!!!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

You can use Tech2Win on a laptop with a J2534 pass thru device... But for everyday use an aftermarket scanner is much more user friendly 🙂

[@ghost37666]

In my opinion Autel is the best scanner brand out there, but competition is good and healthy for us, end users.

[@blackscotydog]

I have the Autel MaxiDas DS 808 for a few years now great tool for the home gamer...I just wish Autel would lower the price of updates.

[@eddietello5540]

what are you paying for updates?

[@geyser3445]

Do you ever see a day when these diagnostic tools will be integrated into a new car? I would rather have a diagnostic tool than a backup camera or other electronic junk they put in new cars.

[@TheFrenchPug]

Good point! That would be a negative selling point though I think. "And when your car breaks down you have a built in scanner so you also won't need the extended warranty...".

[@jtjones4727]

It will never happen. For so many different reasons. I'm not sure exactly what reason would trump everything else, but no mainstream auto maker will ever do that. I just don't see it happening, but hey, maybe I'm wrong. You never know, anything is possible. Just not probable.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Would be nice! Rented a U-HAUL truck. Noticed that there was a Diagnostic mode in the instrument cluster reading. Should have selected it!

[@for2utube]

Backup camera was legislated in.

[@kevin9c1]

GM was probably the best at doing this in the 80s when computers were starting to become pretty common. Actually even on a C5 you can read codes from all the modules through the cluster. I think you can do more things than that, too.

[@robertweir9034]

This is the kind of reviews I was hoping to see. You did a good job with the 808BT but, fell short testing the bidirectional capabilities of the other scanner. In fact, it seemed to fail at the DTC readings.

[@calholli]

There are plenty of other videos out there showing the bi-directional stuff... That's kind of a given for a lot of these good ones like the xtool D8, topdon Phoenix, thinktool, autel..ect. ect.... He was just showing how well this thing does TPMS, which sets it apart from most of the others... But now that it ALSO has bi-directional contorls-- it stands out quite a bit... The good thing about the xtool D8, is that it basically has a full locksmiths key making tool built into it. So it does very well at making IMMO keys and can even pull codes on the cars that need it, like a Nissan or Acura for example... I personally don't care about TPMS and will never repair them anyway, so that's just something that's not really going to sway my buying decision. But that maxi-com is hard to beat now.... because before, it didn't have the bi-directional stuff at all

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Both scanners have identical diagnostic software with bidirectional capabilities... Why show both doing the same thing? 👍😅

[@robertweir9034]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics but it looked like it failed when you attempted to check for the trouble codes.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

@@robertweir9034 that was on the TPMS side, which the MP doesn't have... Minor inconvenience imo

[@robertweir9034]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics You the best Ivan but, I really was hoping to see the second scanner do the same as the first for diagnosing codes. When you hit DTC it looked like it failed which lead me to think it could not do the same as the first one.

[@williegillie5712]

Thanks Ivan I’ve been looking for a DIY scanner. You made my choice a little easier

[@JB-tz9pi]

What did you go with?

[@roddietoney1963]

I updated my thinkplus with3 maintenance items to Autel Maxicom Mk808bt Pro. Got it for 549. Thinkplus would have cost me 49 a year per reset,per vehicle. The Autel got me over the hump with major problems with 2012 Impala. Autel cost 150 a year after year 1. Autel is bidirectional and over 30 resets.

[@dewaynek8591]

The body shop I work in does a lot of newer Chryslers so I need to have a tool compatible with Autoauth. I “upgraded” from a MK808 to a MX808 just because it’s a North American market tool and is Autoauth compatible unlike the MP808 and the MK808. I just noticed they added some Bidirectional capabilities it’ll be interesting trying them out. If I understand the models correctly the North American version of the MK808ts is the TS608.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Both of these are AutoAuth compatible. I will try on the next new Chrysler I see!

[@dewaynek8591]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics that’s good news, I’m sure there where a lot of people like me that didn’t appreciate having to buy a different tool just to have Autoauth compatibility.

[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

THINKCAR THINKTOOL PD8 Bi-Directional Scan Tool, 2022 I was looking at this has a decent rebate. Thanks for your input. Plus so I can get input when someone uses the same scan tool.

[@454bard]

Thanks for the video. But you need two scan tools to service the vehicle?

[@hellokitty-4l]

Very nice video, wht scanner would you recommend for HVAC troubleshooting, to calibrate blend doors actuators after replacement, to detect compressor and entire AC system relays, temperature and pressure sensors? I will appreciate your help.

[@diagkey]

i use autel (ms906bt ) fore 2 years now its not perfect but is very good i get the ultra now looks promising ( 1 week is to short to give a opinion ) the 906 is now a second ( i put it back to dutch fore my co worker ) i am happy with autel the schop next door is using snap on ( the come to use the autel frequently )

[@jdtractorman7445]

Will these show active misfires? Maybe even show misfires on a graph?

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Of course

[@kevin9c1]

I am always interested in a good aftermarket scantool that does bi-directional stuff. But for me it has to be very Mercedes compatible, particularly mid-2000s Mercedes. Best one I seem to have found so far is the Foxwell NT510. I can get a Mercedes-only one of these for $200 and that is going to be hard to beat. Again I need it to work with EVERY module, and support the same bi-directional controls as the factory Star system, with the exception of module programming. Someday I'll invest in a Star setup but a modern, lightweight scan tool that does everything but programming would be highly valuable obviously.

[@robertweir9034]

OMG. This bit of information just got me excited. Problem is, you need a PC to do the updates and not directly through the tool. Sounds promising anyway because the NT 530 upgraded version seems to do a lot of cars including US autos. I’m seriously thinking of getting this tool. A bidirectional tool for less then $200 is a no brainer. Thank you for sharing this information. Just looked up reviews. All hope is lost.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

@@robertweir9034 lol you get what you pay for... Unless it's SnapOn, then you pay 10x for less features 😅

[@moldovanandrei7008]

You can use with Mercedes - Star on Passthru. Very cheap factory diagnose.

[@marshall1157]

Ancel model v6-free updates for life-shipped cost me 549 us.no dongle but can be paired with and wifi-has obd2 cable.

[@richardautenzio8117]

Good video! I have spent a lot of money on scanners and the worst experience I have had was unfortunately with an Autel scanner. It just stopped whilst underwarranty and the supplier and Autel made every attempt to avoid attending to it under warranty. I still have this new scanner which is useless. So I won't buy one of their products ever again. I have found many better companies to deal with that offer much better products. I only hope no one else has a similar experience with Autel as I did, because it was really bad.

[@neildeatherage2269]

Which raises the question what's more important- name recognition with the most comprehensive hardware and UI but pretty much ghost you after they have your money, or a little clunky UI on average hardware, but there by your side in a moments notice when you need help beyond your skill set or the units capabilities? Bucket list is to have an ultra one of these day, but went with option 2 with an xtool, and have many functions autel is charging 3 or 4 times the price to have access to.. autel is definitely a class above but my xtool is faking it till it makes it, really really well lol

[@billmck12345]

the wired version, MX808 over at aeswave is 375.00.

[@punkin7144]

I bought that same tool for 385 from JB tools.

[@carmo9693]

I do not like to disagree with a professional as you, however if you were in my shoes being retired and wanting a bidirectional diag scanner the Anyscan A30M by x tool is a bluetooth dongle that works with Android or IOS, it has free updates for life too. XTOOL Anyscan A30M OBD2 scanner covers many capabilities that are only available in advanced diagnostic tools with a low budget, such as bi-directional Control, OE-Level Full System Diagnosis, and 21+ Standard Maintenance Functions. I been using this for several months now and so far has not let me down, it can do TPMS and learn too, I was able to see the readings of the tire pressure and the ID numbers too in my Highlander. There is so much that can be done, I messed a little with the activation of components. If the module has those capabilities this can command them. For a little over 200 bucks it is well worth the coin for me and does all manufactures too. The only thing that was a little draw back was I used it on a Porshe Macan and the codes came back in Germain and if you clicked to resolve it went to the condition in German. Other than that it works fantastic. My son even installed it on a Chromebook for me because it was the newest I had with the biggest screen too, I love it. I highly recommend it and would advise others take a look and keep in touch. I would love to test them against each other as well. And the reports can be emailed or saved to the device too, and it has graph of many things o2 sensors idle and so many more too.

[@karlvondrak6080]

I noticed the horn didn't honk twice like it was supposed to after the LR . What is your thoughts on the Launch X431 Pro V+ 4.0?

[@pigeonsil240sx]

how do you feel about xtool a30m? $200 full bi direction control and free subscription is huge for me.i beleive its near identical to the xtool d7 that costs nearly 2x as much and they saved cost by going bluetooth dongle.im diy and new to diag and the bi directional control seems to be full bi but the live data is kinda slow but for $200 just having full bi direction and free subscriptions i dont see how this isnt more popular for diy?works great for me so far but only used it for a few weeks and a few cars for just checking it out,please give me your thoughts because i really want honest feedback

[@byronewhite]

Ivan, I was about to pull the trigger on Autel MaxiCOM MK808Z-TS Scan Tool - 2023 Bi-directional TPMS Tool Updated of MX808/MK808BT/TS608Pro with Active Test, 28+ Service, Bluetooth All Systems Diagnoses, Sensor Program/Relearn, FCA Autoauth but then I found a video on Autel and their update policy locking up a unit. What happens when you do not want to update because you just work on your own old cars?

[@calholli]

I got the Xtool D8 for $700.. It's very good, it has all the bi-directional controls. and 30 special functions. and is very good at making keys and pulling codes for special keys, ect.... It's one downside is that it can't graph the data very well.. I can only graph one thing at a time in the live data pid list.... and then I can only "combine" 5 different things at once, and it will only let you do it on one graph........... It won't fill the screen with several mini-graphs like the thinktool does, which is unfortunate... but otherwise it has been very good for everything else. and has 3 years free updates. It paid for itself in the first week easy...... The Topdon Phoenix ($900) or the Thinktool ($1200) are both better options from what I've seen.... The D8 is definitely worth the money though.

[@lucasbrewer4451]

Since this doesn't do older than 1996 vehicle. What is a good tool for the older GM's? Mt2500?

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Yup any SnapOn is great for pre OBDII 👍

[@korycurtis3730]

Thanks for making the video. quick question as a gm tech I'm familiar with missfire and history missfire data, does this tool also do that. I really need a tool that can monitor that. Not really concerned with tpms, no one that brings cars to me ever spends money fixing those issues. Thanks

[@michealpatrick6217]

So, with a ThinkTool PROS available @ $950.00 today, which would you purchase, PROS or MaxiCOM? Thanks!

[@jamesmichael8549]

Do you need to be online to used these kinda OBD Reader ? Do you need to have a wifi to used this ? Can you used this new from the box . ? What happens if you don't updates does this still work ? Is this capable of scanning Fuel Pressure test ? Is this capable of scanning compression test ?

[@boogerhead0]

Do any of those tools allow the setting of VIN in the PCM (Chrysler, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee) where a PCM has been moved from another vehicle?

[@dvcavall]

If you get the chance, please give us your opinion on the XTool D8 and Topdon Phoenix. Thx u for the great videos. 👍

[@randylw2016]

Hi Ivan, Can you use this scanner to program oem tpms sensors? I have an 06 LX470 and I am looking at replacing the tpms sensors with oem Toyota sensors. Thanks

[@neilsteffler2019]

What scanner should a guy buy that is no bidirectional and will recode new modules. One more thing do you know if a cluster out of a used 2003 Ram 5.9 that is out of another truck so has wrong vin and mileage. Thanks in advance.

[@Macsmoney]

TS608 tpms tool received the same update. Can pick them up for under $500!!!

[@educationaltvshows9950]

Otofix d1 lite. Same as mk808 but i got one for 250$ shipped! From china. I also have xtool A30M for 125$. Lot of bidirectionality for cheap! And free for life use.

[@Svhopowa]

Can the maxi pro remove speed limiter ?

[@Splashfun2000]

Does your older Autel sitting there, the small orange one, will it reset the steering angle ?

[@diamondstateautodiagnostic5250]

I would love for you to do a comparison of the Pico to the ats scope

[@louiscates6975]

According to Autel USA, when I contacted them directly about 3 weeks ago, the MP808BT is not Auto Auth capable. However the MX808 is. I contacted them specifically about the MP808BT and was told that the closest options to it was the MS906BT, which is bidirectional, or the MX808, which is not.

[@NotFastEddie]

I had been thinking about getting the mx808 for some time but I too wanted bidirectional control. Upon seeing this video, I learned that it had gotten BDC with a recent update. I now have one on the way and it should be here in a couple days. The mx808 doesn't do TPMS but I have the ts508 for that.

[@louiscates6975]

@@NotFastEddie I have the TS508 as well.

[@calholli]

Man that sucks.. lol.. I agree with you. With that Maxicom now having bi-directional controls... That's the one to get. It's too late for me to send back my xtool D8 now though. :(

[@dieseldawg7132]

I thought the D8 was really good why would you wanna trade? Just curious

[@calholli]

@@dieseldawg7132 It's very good.. It just doesn't "graph" the data very well, like the others do. If you've watched this channel a lot, you've probably seen where his ThinkTool scanner can have a full screen of like 8 different mini graphs all at once.. The D8 cannot do that at all. It can only graph one thing at a time... OR You can pick up to 5 separate things to graph, and it can only COMBINE them all together on ONE graph--- so all your squiggled lines of data end up over lapping each other and you're trying to look at several things at once----- rather than having several mini graphs that are easy to read.... This is really the only downside I've seen with the D8. But it was only $700, and that ThinkTool Ivan uses is like $1300.. SO it's almost double the price....... IDK, the D8 is still very good, and you usually only need that extra detailed graphed data when you are comparing to a pico scope signal, ect.. Othwise you don't really need it I guess.... But the point is, the ThinkTool is better and the Topdon Phoenix is better (for $900) ... and if I could go back, I'd probably just get one of those instead. This D8 has already paid for itself though, very quickly. I made several copies of IMMO Keys and key fobs in 4 different cars right away. And the Dealers were trying to charge me $500 per key, which is just insane. So again, getting a scan tool was the only way to go. I'm not paying some corrupt dealer $500 for a dang key to be made.

[@dieseldawg7132]

@@calholli yessssss I completely agree it’s a beast but those flaws to me are a little bit to much, but for a budget scan tool yes I give it that it’s really good

[@educationaltvshows9950]

D8 wired i saw 400$ sale. Cheapest Topology tool today! Look Launch 919 bt also graphs like thinktool (same company), cost only 300-400$.

[@calholli]

@@educationaltvshows9950 It's definitely worth 400. I bought it for 700 and it didn't even have topology at the time. They have also updated graphs; it can graph 6 pids at a time now at least. It makes keys really well

[@heruhadianmudjenan7126]

I want to buy maxicek m808s...i need it to programing keys in my jaguar s type years 2000... Is this device can cover that kind of work?

[@gregblau8082]

I had the same thing happen on the maxicom with a saturn astra. I think it wanted me to go through about 250 modules. Pulled right up when I scanned it as opel

[@clmejean1]

Ivan, would the MaxiCOM MK808TS allow me to drill down in my 2016 Ram 3500 to see the tranny? Don't think mine has the security module but want to verify before purchasing. Thanks Ivan, great video.

[@wolleysegap9740]

Nice scanners, but Im looking more to the TOPDON Phoenix Lite 2.

[@carlosflores6572]

Ivan, what are the limitations of the MaxiCom over the Thinktool? I've seen you using the Thinktool more lately. I've got a 2013 T&C I need to do TPS relearn (changed the ECU due to alternator not charging.) But also have the annoying TPMS on my 06 Suburban, plus an airbag light (mechanic replaced the heater core and that light came on.) Thank you for your advice. I'm a big fan of your videos and subscriber.

[@fredboomboom5503]

Awe man I was hoping for the parts cannon. Or pull the fuse and write on it “do not replace” like Eric O did.

[@pirihern9329]

Do the after market tpms sensors have to be from autel ??? I have pacific denso tpms ordered for my son's 2011 lexus is250 awd.

[@NotFastEddie]

If the sensors already have an ID number, any sensor will work as long as the sensor is is on the right frequency. If you want to make a copy your current sensors to put in another set of tires/wheels, so you can swap sets without doing a relearn process, you will need a set of programmable sensors. These tools are fine if you only need to do a relearn. The Autel TS508 which I have can only clone/program Autel sensors. I assume the same applies to the 808 series. I don't mind that because I like Autel's push button release on their sensors which makes them a breeze to install and change.

[@YesterdaysStuff]

You need to start another channel where you do this kind of stuff and leave thus channel for the really good stuff you do.

[@jeffreygoss8109]

Thanks for the review. Can anyone answer this? If you buy the autel mp808bt and don’t pay for the upgrade does it just leave you with the with the info from the last upgrade? So I would not be up to date with 2024 cars and newer?

[@Keepin-it-wheel101]

Where do you buy the scanners? Can you buy directly from autel? Is it better?

[@KillSwitchGarage]

Thats true, that autel are supreme without over exadurating, i own 808 bt version and so far happy customer so so many stuff covered, wish that mercedes side would be bit bigger, s classes there are some features wich arent aviable and are only 906 models but anyway rest makes and models havent had any problem :P

[@baxrok2.]

Excellent reviews Ivan. Thanks!

[@myshots101]

You're still missing one more important feature, key programming. Lol. Tpms is nice though. I need to program a VW and Mazda key.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

It can do key programming on most Asian cars. Euro and newer domestics you need special dealer passwords and stuff.

[@hectormartinez8230]

What you think about the matco maxlite, would like to see a review from your expertise on the one

[@scottjeans6184]

Do you think using the Holden would have worked also?

[@tracycolorado]

Is there any , or which one can reprogram an power train control module

[@johnnyheckard7185]

Ivan I have the mx808 the maxi check version my one year free updates just expired last month do you know if I buy the update will it upgrade it to bidirectional controls?

[@mtebaldi1]

Ivan, I'm looking for a scanner that is useable for OBD1 setting fuel pump timing on diesel engine checking fuel trim, map etc, and OBD2.

[@billmck12345]

hey just want to add, the im508 is included in the big move by autel.....GREAT!

[@doug900S]

Very Cool! My son just purchased a 2008 Saab 9-7X, and I discovered that my Tech 2 will not work on it (Trail Blazer, go figure)! I knew it was a rebaged GM product, but wasn't sure how much. I own a 2007 Saab 9-3 FWD 6 speed manual and a 2010 Saab 9-3 XWD 6 speed automatic. Will this work on all of these Saabs? And, will my tech 2 do more on my 2 Saabs? I have tis2000 and global tis for the later 2 saabs, as well as Trionic 8 software on a dedicated laptop on win XP. I would like your input. Nice demo! Thanks!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Yeah it should work for all those :)

[@doug900S]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Thanks! If not, I do have my Tech 2 and trionic 8 software for the Saabs.

[@404notfound.....]

Excellent review!! 👍🇨🇦

[@chuoelfeo]

Hi Ivan I would like to see a video on tips on starting a mobile mechanic/diagnostic business. I been thinking about leaving my shop to do that.

[@edwinmann3960]

Can I run a trans relearn with an Autel mk808bt

[@larryrichardson5167]

Your awesome test lead set - do you have a link for that ?

[@calholli]

look in the description.. He has an amazon store