Since many customers keep asking what are the differences between Autel MaxiCOM MK808 & Autel MaxiCheck MX808? Which diagnostic tool is better? How should I choose?
We have listed a comparison form as below for reference.
Autel MK808 vs. MX808 Comparison
| Item | Autel MaxiCOM MK808 | Autel MaxiCheck MX808 |
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| Dimension | 237.8mm(9.4”)x148.6mm(5.9”)x35.5mm(1.4”) | 270.8mm(10.0”)x176mm(6.9”)x36mm(1.4”) |
| Operating System | Android™ 4.4.4 | Android™ 4.4.4, KitKat |
| Processor | Cortex-A9 processor(1.5 GHz) | Cortex-A9 processor(1.5 GHz) |
| Memory | 32GB | 32GB |
| Display | 7-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with 1024×600 resolution | 7-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with 1024×600 resolution |
| Connectivity | Mini USB 2.0 | Mini USB 2.0 |
| USB 2.0 | USB2.0 | |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | |
| Micro SD card (supports up to 32GB) | HDMI Type A | |
| Micro SD card slot (supports up to 32GB) | ||
| Sensors | Ambient light sensor for brightness auto adjust | Light sensor for brightness auto adjust |
| Power & Battery | 3.7 V/5000mAh lithium-polymer battery | 3.7 V/5000 mAh lithium-polymer battery |
| Charges via 5 VDC power supply | Charges via 5 VDC power supply | |
| Tested Battery Life | Around 4.5 hours of continuous use | Around 7 hours of continuous use |
| Battery Charging Input | 5V/1.5A | 5V/1.5A |
| Power Consumption | 500mA (LCD on with default brightness, Wi-Fi on) @3.7 V | 600mA(LCD on with default brightness,Wi-Fi on) @3.7 V |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 55°C (14 to 131°F) | -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F) |
| Storage Temp | -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) | -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5%-95% non-condensing | 5%-95% non-condensing |
| Protocols | ISO9141-2,ISO14230-2,ISO15765,K/L-Line,Flashing Code,SAE-J1850 VPW,SAE-J1850 PWM,ISO11898 (Highspeed, Middlespeed,Lowspeed and Singlewire CAN,fault-tolerant CAN),SAE J2610,GM UART,UART Echo Byte Protocol,Honda Diag-H Protocol,TP2.0,TP1.6 | ISO9141-2,ISO14230-2,ISO15765,K/L-Line,Flashing Code, |
| SAE-J1850 VPW,SAE-J1850PWM, | ||
| ISo11898(Highspeed,Middlespeed,Lowspeed and Singlewire CAN,fault-tolerant CAN) | ||
| SAE J2610,GM UART UART Echo Byte Protocol | ||
| Honda Diag-H Protocol,TP2.0,TP1. | ||
| Read/Clear Codes | √ | √ |
| Auto VIN Detection | √ | √ |
| Live Data | √ | √ |
| ECU Information | √ | √ |
| Complete OBD Diagnosis | √ | √ |
| IMMO Functions | √ | √ |
| Oil Reset | √ | √ |
| EPB Reset | √ | √ |
| BMS Reset | √ | √ |
| SAS Reset | √ | √ |
| DPF Regeneration | √ | √ |
| ENG/AT/ABS/SRS Codes | √ | √ |
| ABS Bleeding | √ | √ |
| Injector Coding | √ | √ |
| Suspension Calibration | √ | √ |
| Freeze Frame Data | √ | √ |
| Battery Registration & Reset | √ | √ |
| Mode | 6 | 10 |
| I/M Readiness | √ | √ |
| Check Engine Light | √ | √ |
| Vehicle Coverage | All 1996 US-based, 2000 EU-based and newer vehicles. | All 1996 US-based, 2000 EU-based and newer vehicles. |
| Update | 1 year free | 1 year free |
| Connection Method | Wired | Wired |
Differences
Autel MX808 has a little larger size and power consumption than Autel MK808, which make it has a longer battery life 7 hours for continuous use. Besides, MX808 features with 10 modes while MK808 only has 6 modes.
Similarities
Autel MK808 has the most similar price, specifications and functions as MX808, both support full system diagnoses, special reset service(oil reset/EPB/BMS/SAS/DPF, ENG/AT/ABS/SRS codes), basic TPMS service, ABS bleeding, injector coding, suspension calibration, etc.
Conclusion
As medium level diagnostic tools, Autel MK808 & MX808 are nearly the same. Both of them are suitable for car repair enthusiasts & mechanics. Even so, they still differ slightly. Your type of job will help to make a decision for which scan tool to choose.
If you would like a scan tool for full system diagnosis, the Autel MK808 will be a good choice;
If you would like a diagnostic tool to do repair job, the Autel MX808 will be the best for you.