Scan Tool Comparison: Autel vs XTOOL / Which Scanner is better? Which Scanner Should I buy?

In this scan tool comparison video, I compare both companies; Autel vs XTOOL. Which scanner is better? Which scanner should I buy? Between the 2 manufacturers, who makes the better products? Which scan tool is best if I'm faced with products from these 2 companies?
Having owned and reviewed products from both manufacturers, here's my take in terms of what to expect broadly from either company. If you've narrowed down to XTOOL or Autel and you're asking: which scan tool is better or which scanner is best? You will find this video useful. Is Autel better? Or does an XTOOL scanner beat it? Find out!
Whether you've been looking at the XTOOL D7 vs the Autel MK808, or the MP808TS vs the XTOOL IP819TP, this should help. You can also see these playlists for individual product reviews from either manufacturer Autel - • Autel Scanners - MaxiP...
XTOOL - • XTool Scanner
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:28 - Build
0:56 - Charging options
1:26 - Features (diagnostics etc)
2:31 - On key programming
3:32 - Customer support
4:05 - Speed
4:20 - Cost, licensing & updates
4:57 - Summary & verdict
#xtool #autel #comparison #scantool #scanner #diyautoworksng #review #diymechanic

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

What do you think? Share your thoughts and experience with both manufacturers below! In case you're making a decision between the 2, see if any links and discounts below make sense for you. From Amazon Autel - Autel MaxiPRO MP808TS - amzn.to/3mddOH1 - MP808Z-TS - amzn.to/3J96Ss1 (use DIYMP808ZTS for 8% OFF!) - MK808Z - amzn.to/3kAurQv (use DIYMK808Z8 for 8% OFF!) - MK808Z-BT - amzn.to/3XGXbWe (use AXDXLLZP for 8% OFF!) - MK808Z-TS - amzn.to/3Rp97K1 (use MK808ZTSDIY for extra 8% OFF!) XTOOL - XTool D7 scan tool - amzn.to/3Z9X1Hj (use coupon code: Piykecode 10% OFF!) - XTOOL IP819TP - amzn.to/3UsLRfK (Use coupon DIYIP819TP for 10% OFF) - XTOOL IK618 (use PiykeDIY to get 8% Discount)- amzn.to/3Sv8uxt - KC-501 programmer (use DIYKC501 to get 10% off) - amzn.to/3Snr22A - KS-1 for Toyota/Lexus all keys lost - amzn.to/3TBqszO Check out other tools & products I use or recommend - amzn.to/42LGCL8 I may earn a small commission from a purchase made through the links above. This does not increase the price you pay in any way.

[@donniev8181]

Im leaning towards the D7 but wondering what your opinion is, I have a 7th gen Honda accord. Do you think the D7 is more than enough for that car or would something like the A30m be more than enough??

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

A30M would suffice. Just the lack of support for key programming. Other than that, very good option.

[@donniev8181]

@@DIYAutoworksNG thanks, yeah I used the AP200 for my programming. Thanks for all the excellent 7th gen videos!

[@wildsnake6894]

He made a video for my question even better!😂👍✌️ just purchased the xtool d7 about a hour before I seen this video...but I also have a innova 5610 for a back up

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Cool stuff! Nice back up plans.

[@Maxx1676]

Same with me.. I just bought the D7s and my backup is the 5610 also.

[@wildsnake6894]

@Maxx1676 🤦 it's a disease I just sold my 5610 and brought the innova sds50 tablet😩 think I might get the launch 919x next and call it a day, because I'm not to happy with the d7

[@NO-END]

Good stuff I'm backed up the opposite way my Main tool is Autel Mk808BT with second update and I also Have Xtool A30M with lifetime updates as well as Autel MD806 Pro with lifetime updates but that scanner is more OBD2 scan tool not bidirectional. Thinking about upgrading in a year or so to Autel MS906 Pro.

[@Mark-s2v]

​@@NO-ENDI have screen problem with my ms ,I have to use a TV screen or a computer screen

[@berlinjackson1847]

Great video. I just bought xtool D8 unit.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks. Congrats!

[@WIZEMART]

How it’s doing in your opinion of bottom-mid level of pro scanners? Fulfilled your expectations? Any negativities? Pros, cons? Could you share please?

[@meltdownblitz]

Great video! Im trying to decide which scanner to buy. I'd like to be able to make keys for older cars, say under 2017 as well as bidirectional features. I've narrowed it down to either the xtool IP819TP vs the launch crp919ebt. Open to other options if any around the $500 range as well. Thanks

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks for the compliment. What makes do you have in mind for the key programming? Haven't used Launch, but XTOOL's 3 years of free updates is worth considering as you decide.

[@meltdownblitz]

@DIYAutoworksNG Thank you for your response. I do plan on programming nissan, hyundais, mostly Asian manufacturers.

[@LinoBarraza]

I know it's a month late but I was in need of a better scan tool. I ultimately went with the IP819tp from xtool. 3 years of updates, has the added feature for the tpms sensors if I needed it and haven't had an issue with it since I purchased it.

[@WIZEMART]

Xtool. Find yourself D8 or D8s or add a bit and get D9. Eights are on sale now within that price range

[@matthewowensby3427]

@LinoBarraza You still happy with the IP819TP. I'm on the fence between the 819 or the D8.. But I'm leaning more to the 819. Any info is appreciated.

[@zw3245]

Hi, good vidéo ! I like xtool and the only criticism I can make is that it is too buggy.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Same here. They are getting better with still some room for improvement. However, great affordable tools!

[@johnroberts4823]

I updated and it’s not buggy.

[@don.timeless4993]

i was looking to get D9S but it have 6500mAh battery with bigger screen & that mean the battery will not last long without charging! while the D8W 10000mAh with small screen & i was disappointed! thats was really weird for me! but still D8 is a beast. Xtool nailed it with their tools awesome features & subscription & prices! i bought D8W & it's in the way. 1752

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Awesome. The D8W, D7W, is their latest line of tools with improved hardware. Super fast. I have the D7W and did a review on it.

[@jorgeestrada3815]

Just to let you know, the d9s pro battery is at 7.4 volts equivalent to12800 mAh at 3.7v

[@niltonrodrigues1292]

What is the best scanner for programming keys and odometers?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I'm not sure.

[@Tpcxxjfk]

Yo at 5:19 when that bug crawls out from under the tool on bottom left, I thought that shit was a fly in my house! Wonder who else saw that lol

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

😅🤣. Had to rewatch to catch the bug. It actually makes that entry at 5:16. Lols

[@jesusvalenzuela6084]

Thank you bro well said 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🥳

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Any time!

[@MrSamPhoenix]

I have an Autel that promised to be able to release electronic parking brake…. But it keeps getting communication errors.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

What car is it? Does another scan tool connect?

[@matthewowensby3427]

Im interested in the IP819TP, but what is the main differences between the IP819TP & like the D7 or D8, besides the TPMS.. I work on my own stuff, so i would like to have the tpms features the IP has but no more than one would use it for their own vehicles i can give that up. and i would also like the ability to do keys. As i have a dodge charger i would like to get a spare for eventually.. So what would be the best to go with, IP819TP or a D7 or D8 , as someone who works on their own stuff. Any recommendations and information appreciated

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

If your car doesn't use direct TPMS, then you really don't need the "TP", that said, I'd pick the IP819TP over the D7. This is because it can be connected to the XTOOL's key programming accessories to do advanced keys. The D8 adds topology scan and a few more service functions which you may or may not need. I'd check if the IP819TP can do Dodge keys and revert. What year is your Charger?

[@matthewowensby3427]

2014 pursuit

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Car uses direct TPMS, from what I can see, I think it would do keys, but do ask the customer support to be doubly sure.

[@gwhite0992]

My xtool D8S real time misfire did not work,gave an errorcode. Charts go off the chart when magnifier x1 x3. No short or long term fuel trim.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I remember they improved zooming in on livedata graphing. You can do a screenshot and send to support. It was after one of my complaints that they did the optimization I mentioned. For some cars, you'll only get fuel trim data under generic OBDII. It's the same on my 2017 Accord.

[@LotuzKreationz]

I am in the market for a obd I AND obd ii scanner is there something that can do both?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

You can get one of those scanners that come with OBDI connectors. There are some Autel scanners that come with them.

[@NO-END]

Yes I'm looking at Autel MS906 Pro.

[@diqidayat]

which Cheap scanner that I can use for DIY at home such as Throttle learning and Mileage Correction ?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Not sure for mileage correction, but I find the XTOOL A30M a steal for its price

[@SlipAngleG70]

Which tool can program Hyundai - Genesis variant coding?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I'm not sure. Perhaps, check the manufacturer coverage tool sheets. I'm leaning towards XTOOL though, but please confirm.

[@stanwardoshiro]

Autel used to recharge the internal battery through the OBD port long ago, but they changed the software to prevent that, as customers complained that the battery life became reduced (when the internal battery kept on recharging every time you plugged the scan tool into the car).

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks for sharing. Never knew Autel had that before. That would be a valid concern especially for cars with already weak batteries. Pros and cons with every decision!

[@handa2373]

@@DIYAutoworksNG Not the car battery but the Autel's battery. It would never get cycled and just always be fully charged

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I totally got you

[@abidzaid3260]

Hi, Thank you for the Video. I'm looking for a tool for programming chips such as airbag flush. I see few tools like Autel 608, xtools, and Launch. Any idea about this category

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

You're welcome. Yea, asides the ones you mentioned there some specialist tools that primarily do those chips. I investigated some of those at some point but didn't commit. If I recall, there's one Carprog and so on.

[@WIZEMART]

Programming chips for airbag flush??? Gosh hopefully Chinese engineers have common sense and will never let regular users to do it!!!!! It can kill people!!!

[@AidanThompson-p2d]

Hi does this correct odometer

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Very limited supoort

[@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 ?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Some functions in some cars can only be done online. E.g some procedures for Benz. However most stuff are done offline. Fuel pressure testing is supported but not on every car. Tool will work after license expiry. I did a video on this.

[@jamesmichael8549]

@@DIYAutoworksNG My Last question is Do you have to pay every Year or monthly to keep all the Features on to this OBD device ? Now if you don't pay every yearly or monthly can you still used it to scan for everything ?

[@WIZEMART]

As far as I’m aware after long long research. *Autel* - if you after expiration date, when trying to update, instead your Autel tablet erasing all previous databases in it’s memory and tells into your face that you are need to pay. *Xtool* - will let you use the tablet with the same functionality after free updates expiration timeframe. There is one thing though (was mentioned by different people several times during free updates period) If you didn’t use it 30 or more days - it requires to make updates first - won’t work without them. So if you out of internet guess what… Set reminders on your phone especially after free updates period!!!

[@reggaeriderr]

Mostly Everyone that does one of these leaves u more confused . They don't give u a clear winner. Which i understand that each manufacturer has slight variances.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

It's kind of like iPhone vs Android. Either may win depending on what the user lays the most priority on.

[@hafidabdlhakim1112]

HHello everyone I need your advice about X TOOL d9 PRO . I am going to buy one . But I hesitate I need your advice. I read some information about it .they wrote in the instructions that he can do the coding on line for VW . Thank you in advance .

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Going from what I know about xtool, it should be a good scanner. Haven't used one myself. Best approach would be to reach out to tech support to confirm it it has online coding for VW.

[@spartan1876]

The d8 will work with vw coding per xtools. Think the d7s might. The d8s is supposed to be better than the d8 with newer technology.

[@WIZEMART]

@@spartan1876Hmm they installed newer Android and kept the same RAM. IT’s like on a computer with 2 gb RAM running on Win7 instal Win 10. Guess which will work slower. Not out of the box but a bit later Android well known thing which doing it. And Apple went the same way😢 Oh Steve, we missed you!!!

[@JesusemmanuelValdezgastelum]

Me pudes dar consejos sobre xtool ez 400 proo

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Haven't used that model, so can't actually say.

[@patrickhoward4080]

Can xtool program a bcc to a vin? Or a apim in a ford to a vin? Or unlock it if it has been bricked due to corrupt software

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I haven't played around with Ford's so honestly can't say. However, do reach out to XTOOL customer support with details and you'll have a precise response on what's supported and not.

[@josephmugo8585]

Hi

[@johnjauregui3528]

Chinese xTool does NOT work for American autos older than about 2005. Simply shut down my 1999 F-250 7.3, with no data updates for my 2001 Dodge Dakota either.

[@LarryD-z2m]

What model Xtool you using???

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Interesting. Have you tried reaching out to customer support?

[@johnjauregui3528]

@@DIYAutoworksNG Twice

[@johnjauregui3528]

Once for each vehicle --- crickets

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Hmmm. Not good. Do other scanners work on the car?

[@johnroberts4823]

XTool is 3 year free update. Autel is $149.99 each year to update! The Autel keeps asking me to choose which option my car has, the XTool didn’t. For example: I have a 2019 GMC Acadia. It goes through screens and asking me which Infotainment I have, then I have to select which option number I have. I just guess then go through the next screen, it’s time consuming going through each screen and selecting every option or code my vehicle has! The XTool doesn’t do it!

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

You're spot on. XTOOL doesn't beat around the bush when it comes to getting into modules or functions. It's one of the most optimized or quickest that I've used. Launch is even worse than Autel. But the thing is that all these tools have where they shine. It's just about picking the one that ticks off the things you lay priority on the most.

[@gregklubek6016]

I have a 2019 Grand Caravan a 2020 Pacifica and 2021 silverado 2500HD 6.6gas, will this work with these vehicles?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

They should. But if you're after a specific function or test, you can check for coverage here www.xtooltech.com/english/FunctionQuery.html

[@SupportThe0ppositeNPC]

If you have to ask these questions you should just take your car to the shop.

[@gregklubek6016]

@@SupportThe0ppositeNPC oh I see so questions aren’t allowed ha? Must be nice just knowing everything👍

[@burningsoul1365]

what do you think about icarsoft cr max,thinking about getting one.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I haven't used one, so can't comment.

[@jerryonyebuchi9848]

Please I want buy xtool can you help me I'm from Nigeria

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Hi. What kind of help do you mean?

[@johnroberts4823]

Nigeria is full of scammers, beware!

[@Steve0885]

I understand the Autel software is good but the hardware is trash

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I'd say the optimization between hardware and software

[@cristian7477]

Y si fuera la d7s 🤔

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

D7S should be faster since it has improved hardware. I am yet to test one.

[@feyrrari]

The D7 is a beast. Its worth 1k $. Tech support is off the chain. Updates after Updates. It paid for itself in 3 jobs. A heavy con which is more of a ceiling rather than a con. Its 😢that its stand alone. Doesn't work with accessories to program on a bench...... that I know of. 🪶

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Excellently put!