The Autel MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 diagnostic scanner tools are the three latest products in the Autel MaxiSys 900 series. These three car diagnostic scanning tools are different in hardware configuration, software facilities, diagnostic functions and prices. For individuals or repair shops who want to buy an Autel MS900 series high-end diagnostic scanner, how should they choose?
Next, I will compare MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 in detail, find out their respective advantages and disadvantages, and provide some suggestions for your purchase.
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| Price | $1,649 | $2,899 | $3,199 |
| Processor | Qualcomm 660 Octa-core Processor |
Samsung Exynos8895V octa-core Processor |
Samsung Exynos8895V octa-core Processor |
| Screen | 9.7 inch LED | 9.7 inch TFT-LCD | 9.7 inch TFT-LCD |
| Resolution | 2048*1536 resolution | 2048*1536 resolution | 2048*1536 resolution |
| RAM & ROM | 4G+128G | 4G+128G | 4G+128G |
| Operating System | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 |
| Battery Capacity | 1100mAh | 1500mAh | 1500mAh |
| Camera | 16 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| VCI | MaxiFlash Elite | MaxiFlash VCI | MaxiFlash VCMI |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) USB 2.0 (2 USB TYPE-A ports and a Mini USB port) BT V5.0 + BR/EDR SD Card (Support up to 64GB) HDMI |
Wi-Fi x 2 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO) BT V5.0 + BR/EDR GPS USB 2.0 (two USB host type A, one mini USB device) HDMI 2.0 SD card (supports up to 256 GB) |
Wi-Fi x 2 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2 x 2 MIMO) BT V5.0 GPS USB 2.0 (Two USB HOST Type A, one Mini USB device) HDMI 2.0 SD Card (Support up to 256 GB) |
| Basic Functions (Read Codes, Clear Codes, Data Stream) |
✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| All Systems DTC Scan | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Service Function | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bi-Directional Control | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Scan VIN/LICENSE | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| ECU Coding | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| ECU Programming | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Topology Map | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Inteligent Diagnostics | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| CAN FD & DoIP Protocol | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Remote Expert | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
Through a comprehensive comparison of MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919, we can find that they are very similar in hardware configuration, such as 9.7-inch screen, octa-core processor, etc. However, there are also some differences in processor model and VCI device.
Hardware configuration of MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 scanner
The Autel MS908S Pro II uses a Qualcomm 660 octa-core processor, which is different from the Samsung Exynos8895V processor used in the MS909 scanner and MS919 OBD2 tool. There are slight differences in performance between the two processors, and the processors used in the MS909 and MS919 are superior, ensuring faster software downloads and smoother multi-tasking.
In addition, the VCI devices used by MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 are also different. The Autel MS908S Pro II uses Autel MaxiFlash Elite, the MS909 Scanner uses MaxiFlash VCI, and the VCI device used by MS919 is MaxiFlash VCMI.
The MaxiFlash Elite used in the MS908S Pro II supports fewer protocols than the MS909 and MS919, making it unavailable for models covered by the CAN FD & DoIP protocols.
The MaxiFlash VCMI of the MS919 diagnostic scanner is more powerful than ever, including 5 instruments (oscilloscope, waveform generator, multimeter, Can BUS tester and VCI). It provides simultaneous and in-depth analysis of the test components.
MS919 scanner has the MaxiFlash VCMI device
MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 also have some similarities in diagnostic functions, such as supporting basic automotive diagnostics such as code reading and clearing, ECU programming and bi-directional control, etc. However, compared with the MS908S Pro II scanner, MS909 and MS919 have added topology mapping and intelligent diagnosis functions.
Smart diagnosis can integrate technical bulletins, cases and maintenance tips to increase work efficiency by 500%. The topology mapping function can display modules in different colors to find faults more accurately. The application of smart diagnosis and topology maps further improves the speed and accuracy of diagnosis.
MS909 and MS919 scanner can be upgraded by purchasing the EVDiag Box kit
In addition to the functions mentioned above, compared with MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 can be upgraded to Autel MS909EV and MS919EV by purchasing the Autel EVDiag Box kit, which can perform new energy vehicle diagnosis and EV battery pack analysis.
| Pros | Cons |
| OE-level all system diagnostics | Don't coverage CAN FD & DoIP protocols |
| Advanced ECU programming(only support BMW and Benz) | Does not support topology mapping function |
| Support full bi-directional control | Cannot be upgraded to EV diagnostic scan tool |
| Pros | Cons |
| Support topology mapping 2.0 | Don't support 5-in-1 VCMI device |
| Advanced ECU coding and programming | |
| Can be upgraded to EV diagnostic scanner |
| Pros | Cons |
| Support topology mapping 2.0 | More expensive |
| Support inteligent diagnostics | |
| Can be upgraded to EV diagnostic scanner |
Each of the MS908S Pro II, MS909 and MS919 OBD2 diagnostic scanners has its own advantages and disadvantages. Choose according to your diagnostic needs, budget and application scenarios to find the most suitable one!
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