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What is The Difference Between Autel MK906BT, MK908 and MK908P?

Mar 14,2022 | Peter He

When you search on the Internet or ask for a powerful car diagnostic tool to meet your workshops daily bussiness or to achieve BMW and Benz Coding and Programming, then you may get information on many products, such as Autel MaxiCOM series: MaxiCOM MK906BT, MaxiCOM MK908, MaxiCOM MK908P. But you want to get the best product at the best price, make sure the product fits your vehicle and don't pay extra for features you don't need.

This article will introduce the similarities and differences between Autel MK906BT,MK908 and MK908P. After you read this article, I hope it will help you make the right choice.

First, let us quickly introduce the parameters of the two products in each functional module, please check the comparison chart below:

Comparison Chart: Autel MK906BT vs MK908 vs MK908P

Product Autel MK906BT Autel MK908 Autel MaxiCOM MK908P
Hardware
Processor Exynox 5260 Exynox 5260 Exynox 5260
RAM 2G 2G 2G
ROM 64G 64G 64G
Battery Capacity 10000mAh 15000mAh 15000mAh
Android Version Android 4.4.4 Android 4.4.2 Android 4.4.2
Screen Size 8-inch 10.1-inch 10.1-inch
Screen Resolution 1024x768 1920x1200 1920x1200
Camera Rear 8.0 Megapixel Rear 8.0 Megapixel Rear 8.0 Megapixel
VCI VCI 100 Bluetooth Box MaxiFlash Elite(J2534)
Software
Basic Functions-read/erase codes/live data..
Reset Service Functions
Special Functions
Bi-Directional Control(Active Test)
Brush Hiding Function - BMW √(OTG conversion cable and F chassis dedicated cable need to be purchased) √(OTG conversion cable and F chassis dedicated cable need to be purchased) √(OTG conversion cable and F chassis dedicated cable need to be purchased)
Brush Hiding Function - VW/Audi/Skoda
VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat, Bently, Man LD boot function
Benz Online Coding x x
BMW Online Coding
Audi Online Coding
Porsche Online Coding
VW Online Coding
Nissan, Nissan-GTR, Infiniti, Hyundai Online Coding
Auto VIN
Extended Function
Oscilloscope Function (with MP408)
Endoscope Function (with MV108)
Battery Test x x
Autel Cloud Service
New Adding Function
Autel Cloud Service
Price £899 £1199 £1899

Main Features of Autel MK906BT, MK908 and MK908P

Autel MaxiCOM MK9806BT - Mid-range Diagnostic Plate

First of all, MK906BT is the e-commerce version of MS906BT, there is no difference in hardware and software. The MK906BT can support 13 languages, while the MS906BT only supports English (all Autel Maxisys tablets only support English). The only difference is the appearance of the tablet, the edge of the MK906BT screen is red.

MK906BT, as the lowest price among the three products, has the same functions as the other two. As a mid-end diagnostic tool, MK906BT has basic functions such as OBD2 diagnostics and reset services. Compared with DS808/MP808, the difference between mid- and low-end tablets is: First, the vehicle is connected to the vehicle via VCI 100 wireless Bluetooth, ECU Coding for BMW, Porsche, VW, etc. can be performed. The second is to have additional accessories such as MP408, MV108, BT506 and other equipment for special testing.

Pros

  • Wireless bluetooth connection
  • Bi-directional control
  • ECU coding
  • Cheaper than the other two
  • No IP restriction

Cons

  • Screen size and resolution are worse than the other two products
  • The battery capacity is lower than the other two products
  • ECU Programming of Benz and BMW is not supported, and ECU Coding of Mercedes-Benz and Audi is not supported.

autel maxicom mk906bt

👉Autel MaxiCOM MK906BT👈

Autel MaxiCOM MK908 - High-End Diagnostic Plate

As an upgraded version of MK906BT, MK908 has a huge improvement in hardware, which is mainly reflected in larger battery capacity, larger screen and resolution, which can effectively improve your experience.

Pros

  • 10.1-inch screen, 1920x1200 resolution,15000mAh battery storage
  • Covering more than 90 models, including most models in Asia, Europe, and America.
  • Wireless bluetooth connection
  • ECU coding
  • No IP restriction

Cons

  • ECU Programming of Benz and BMW is not supported, and ECU Coding of Mercedes-Benz and Audi is not supported.

AUTEL MAXICOM MK906BT

👉Autel MaxiCOM MK908👈

Autel MaxiCOM MK908P - High-Level Diagnostic Plate

The meaning of P in MK908P is Programming, which means that the most prominent feature of MK908P compared to MK908 is that it can perform BMW's ECU programming and Benz's ECU coding/programming. Therefore, for users who need online programming tools, MK908P meets the needs. If you have purchased MK908 but have programming needs, you only need to purchase the J2534 programming tool. That is to say, the tablet of MK908P and MK908 are exactly the same.

Pros

  • 10.1-inch screen, 1920x1200 resolution,15000mAh battery storage
  • Covering more than 99% models, including most models in Asia, Europe, and America.
  • Wireless bluetooth connection
  • ECU coding/programming
  • No IP restriction

Cons

  • The most expensive of the 3 products
  • The hardware parameters of the tablet are no different from those of the MK908.

Comparison Summary - Autel MK906BT, MK908 or MK908P?

This article features 3 mid-range to high-end diagnostic tools in the MaxiCOM range, priced from £900 to £1900. If you don't need programming, then the advanced features of MK908P are not necessary for you. If you have workshops, then we recommend you to choose MK908, because compared to MK906BT, MK908 can match more models in addition to hardware upgrades, which can well meet your daily bussiness.

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Q & A

Question:Do both diagnostic tools come with one year of free software updates and warranty?
Answer:Yes, all Autel Diagnostic Tablets come with one year of free software updates and warranty.