Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro and Launch X431 Pro3S+ V5 diagnostic scanner which is better?
Check the table comparison below:
| Model | Autel MS906 PRO
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Launch X431 Pro3S+ V5.0
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| Price | 1,059USD | 949USD |
| CPU | 8-core CPU | 8-core CPU |
| RAM/ROM | 4GB +128GB | 4G/64G |
| Battery Capacity | 11600 mAh | 6300m Ah |
| Android Version | Android 10.0 | Android10 |
| Display | 8 inch | 10.1 inch |
| Resolution | 1920*1200 | 1280*800 |
| WIFI | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz |
| Bluetooth | √ | √ |
| USB | USB 2.0: (1 USB HOST Type A, 1 USB mini device) | / |
| HDMI Port | HDMI 2.0 | Not Supported |
| SD Card | SD Card (supports up to 64GB) | / |
| Headphone Jack | √ | / |
| Microphone Port | 1/MIC | / |
| Speaker Port | 2 pcs | / |
| GPS | √ | / |
| Optical Drive | √ | Supported |
| Buttons | 1 Lock/Power Button | / |
| Camera | Rear: 16 MP, Front: 16 MP | Rear: 8MP |
| Lower Computer | V200 | DBScar VII |
| Connection Method | BT/USB | BT/USB |
| Software Functions | ||
| Read/Clear Codes | √ | √ |
| Data Stream | √ | √ |
| Freeze Frame | √ | √ |
| ECU Information | √ | √ |
| Service Functions | √ | √ |
| Special Functions | √ | √ |
| Actuation Test | √ | √ |
| ECU Online Programming | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| ECU Online Coding | BMW, Mini, Audi, Porsche, VW, VW_Brazil, etc. | BMW, VW, Audi, Skoda, SEAT, Porsche, etc. |
| Hidden Feature Activation | BMW, VW, Audi, Skoda | Benz, BMW, VW, Audi, Skoda, SEAT, Porsche, Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda |
| Guided Functions | VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat, Man LD | Volkswagen / Audi / Skoda / Seat |
| High Voltage System Diagnosis | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| High Voltage Battery Isolation Test | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| High Voltage Component Test | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Topology Diagram | Not Supported | Supported |
| Adaptive Diagnostics | Not Supported | / |
| Tesla Diagnostics | Not Supported | / |
| Remote Expert Client | √ | / |
| Report Management | √ | / |
| TPMS Comprehensive Function | Not Supported | Yes with TPMS add-on module |
| Oscilloscope Function | Requires MP408 | Need to purchase separately |
| Endoscope Function (with MV105/MV108/MV105S/MV108S) | √(Optional) | Optional |
| Four-Wheel Complete Version | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| ADAS Calibration | Not Supported | Need to purchase separately |
| Battery Test (with BT506) | √(Optional) | Need to purchase separately |
| Add EV box to upgrade to EV product | Not Supported | Yes with EV Add-on kit |
| Multimeter | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| J2534 & RP1210 | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| DoIP | √ | Requires adapter |
| CAN FD | √ | Requires adapter |
| Pre & Post Scan | √ | Not Supported |
| Auto VIN | √ | Supported |
| WiFi Printing | √ | / |
| Gateway Unlock Function | ||
| FCA Gateway Unlock | √(May vary by region) | Supported |
| Renault Gateway Unlock | √ | Buy software package (May vary by region) |
| Nissan Gateway Unlock | √(Japan, some European countries and North America only) | / |
| VAG SFD Gateway Unlock | √ | Buy software package (May vary by region) |
| Benz Gateway Unlock | √(US only) | For European users, buy software package |
In sum:
MS906 Pro Hardware Advantages:
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Better processor
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Larger memory
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Larger battery capacity
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Higher resolution display
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Supports HDMI 2.0 interface
MS906 Pro Extended Advantages:
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Supports Remote Expert
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Supports Report Management
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VCI directly supports CAN FD/DoIP protocols
MS906 Pro Software Advantages:
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Broader coverage of newer vehicle model years
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Faster software update speed
- Support Nissan, VAG, Benz, FCA gateway unlock
Launch X431 Pro3S+ V5.0 Advantages:
- Cheaper
- Supports HD smartlink heavy duty module, TPMS, Videoscope, EV kit, X431 key programmer, immo software, Oscilloscope, motorcycle software etc add-on modules.
- More extension functions.
- Supports Topology Mapping
Both are highly powerful comprehensive diagnostic devices. If you need to add truck or TPMS software, choose LAUNCH X431. If you only focus on automotive diagnostics, choose AUTEL.
