There are lots of TPMS diagnostic tools in Autel, don’t know how to choose a most economical and practical one for yourself? We have picked out 3 models among them: Autel TS401, TS501 & TS601. Read this post to find out function and price differences between TS401, TS501 & TS601. Knowing what TPMS tool you want will help to make a decision.
AutelTS401 vs.TS501 vs.TS601 Comparison
| Item | Autel MaxiTPMS TS401 | Autel MaxiTPMS TS501 | Autel MaxiTPMS TS601 |
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| Price | $135 | $239 | $299 |
| Color Display | √ | √ | |
| Read Sensor Data | √ | √ | √ |
| Activate TPMS Sensors | √ | √ | √ |
| Read TPMS Live Data | √ | ||
| Read/Clear TPMS DTCs; On-Screen DTC Description | √ | √ | |
| TPMS Diagnose | √ | √ | |
| Scan TPMS Sensor ID & Copy ID Into MX-Sensor | √ | √ | √ |
| Manual Input OE ID Into MX-sensor | √ | √ | √ |
| Read Sensor ID By OBD & Copy ID Into MX-Sensor | √ | √ | |
| Program MX-Swnsor By Auto Creating Sensor ID | √ | √ | √ |
| Relearn By OBD Function | √ | √ | |
| Check Key FOB | √ | √ | √ |
| Tire Type/Pressure Selection | √ | ||
| Basic OBD2 Code Reader | √ | ||
| Enhanced OBD2 Mode 6 | √ | ||
| Support All 10 Test Modes Of The Latest J1979 OBD2 Test Specs | √ | ||
| Built-In Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery | √ | √ | √ |
| Print TPMS Sensor Data via PC | √ | √ | √ |
| Other TPMS Special Functions | √ | ||
| Multilingual Support | √ | √ | √ |
| Historical Test Records | √ | √ | √ |
| Relearn Procedure Guide | √ | √ | √ |
| Software Update | Free | Free | Free |
| Internet Updatable | USB | SD Card | SD Card |
Differences
The Autel TS601 is the most advanced TPMS diagnostic tool among them, which has all the features that the Autel TS401 and TS501 have. Moreover, TS601 has additional features such as read TPMS live data, tire type/pressure selection, basic OBD2 code reader, enhanced OBD2 mode 6, support all 10 test modes of the latest J1979 OBD2 test specs that TS401 and TS501 do not have.
The Autel TS501 is a medium-range TPMS tool of the three devices. TS501 can perform all features TS401 can perform, but also can perform additional features that TS401 can not. Such as read & clear TPMS DTCs, on-screen DTC description, TPMS diagnose, read sensor ID by OBD & copy ID into mx-sensor, relearn by OBD function.
Conclusion
Both Autel TS401, TS501, TS601 can perform well and accurate. TS401 will be a good option as an entry-level gadget. If you would like an advanced tool at a good price, TS501 will be an ideal choice. If you require a professional TPMS diagnostic tool, then TS601 is the device that you want.
Besides, Autel provides free updates & 1 year warranty for all 3 models, which gives a reliable after-sale service for each purchase.