Comparison: Autel MP900TS/MP900BT vs Xtool D8W vs Thinktool Pro

You want to buy an 8-inch automotive diagnostic flatbed scanner. There are many brands in the automotive diagnostic industry with different prices. How do you choose? Today we have selected three brands for comparison: Autel MP900TS / MP900BT, Xtool D8W, Thinktool Pro. Considering the price, hardware and software configuration, you will soon find the tool that suits you.

Comparison Table

Item	MP900BT/ MP900TS	Xtool D8W	Thinktool Pro
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Reference price	MP900BT:$859 MP900TS:$1059	$559	$886.84
System	Android 11	Android 10	Android 10
Processor	Quad-core,1.8GHz	Quad-core,1.5GHz	Quad-core,2GHz
Screen	8 inches,1280*800	8 inches,1024*768	8 inches,1280*800
RAM	4GB	4GB	2GB
ROM	64GB	64GB	32GB
Battery	7700mAh	5000mAh	6000mAh
Camera	Rear 8M	Rear 8M	Rear 8M
DLC	Bluetooth VCI	Bluetooth VCI	Bluetooth VCI
DolP	√	×	×
CANFD	√	√ (need adapter)	×
Endoscope	√ (optional)	(optional)	√ (optional)
Battery test	√ (optional)	√ (optional)	√ (optional)
Wi-Fi print	√	×	×
Auto VIN	√	√	√
Read &clear codes	√	√	√
Freeze frame	√	√	√
ECU info	√	√	√
Live data stream	√	√	√
Active test	√	√	√
Full-system special function	√	×	×
Maintenance	(40+kinds)	√ (38 kinds)	√ (31 kinds)
Coding	√	√	√
Guidance	√	√	√
Hidden feature	√	√	√
Pre&pro scan	√	×	×
Report manage	√	√	√

Autel MP900TS/MP900BT vs Xtool D8W vs Thinktool Pro:Key Difference

Price

Xtool D8W ＜ Thinktool Pro ＜ Autel MP900BT & MP900TS

Comparing the prices of the three models, we can find that Xtool is the cheapest, Thinktool is the second cheapest, but Autel is the most expensive.

Hardware Configuration

Autel MP900BT and MP900TS are equipped with the latest Android 11 system and 4G large memory, running faster. Autel also supports DoIP, CANFD and Wi-Fi printing at the same time.

Autle MP900BT has Android 11 system and 4G memory

Xtool D8W has the largest battery capacity.

Thinktool Pro is equipped with a quad-core 2GHz processor.

Other than the above, all three phones are identical in terms of screen, storage, camera, and VCI connectivity.

Software

All of them can support basic diagnostics such as Auto VIN, Read and Clear Codes, Live Data, Check ECU Information, Freeze Frame, Active Test, Coding, Coaching, Hidden Functions and Report Management.

Autel supports more types of maintenance, full system special functions and pre-scan.

Autle MP900TS has more types of maintenance functions

All three models can be used with optional endoscope and battery tester.

Conclusion

For customers with a tight budget, Xtool D8W is a better value for money. Its diagnostic capabilities are sufficient to meet your daily business needs. In addition, Xtool also covers 2023 Ford, 2023 Toyota, 2023 Honda, 2022 Volkswagen, 2022 Mercedes-Benz/Mercedes Sprinter, 2022 Hyundai models, etc.

Conversely, the Autel MP900BT and MP900TS are recommended for customers who need the latest tools to support more maintenance and wider vehicle coverage. Compared with the D8W, Autel scans faster and more comprehensively. Autel also supports running active tests and special features on more models.

In addition, Autel also has the advantage of vehicle coverage, supporting most of the latest models up to 2024, including Toyota, 2023 Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford, Chrysler, Nissan, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar Land Rover, PSA, Fiat, etc. That's why it's expensive.

In short, no matter which car diagnostic scanner you choose, there will be no problem as long as you choose it according to your needs. The one that suits you is the best.