Topdon Artidiag 800 BT 2 and Artidiag600S (AD600S) diagnostic scanner which to buy?
AD800BT 2 vs AD600S
| Item | ArtiDiag 800BT 2
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ArtiDiag600S
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| Hardware | ||
| CPU | MT6761, 4-Core 1.8GHz | CPU 4-Core 1.5GHz |
| RAM | 2G | 2G |
| ROM | 64G | 32G |
| Battery | 5050mAh/3.8V | 3350mAh/3.7V |
| Operating System | Android 10 | Android 11 |
| Screen Size | 15.2cm (6inches) | 12.7cm (5inches) |
| Touchscreen | √ | √ |
| Screen Resolution | 1440×720 | 1280×720 |
| WiFi | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz |
| Camera | x | × |
| Communication | Bluetooth | Main cable |
| Button | x | 6 |
| Software | ||
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Read DTCs | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Clear DTCs | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Live Data | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜I/M Readiness | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Freeze Frame Data | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜O2 Sensor Test | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜On Board Monitor Test | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Evap Test (Mode$8) | √ | √ |
| Full OBDII Functionality｜Vehicle Information | √ | √ |
| System Support | All systems | 4 systems |
| System Diagnostics｜Read ECU Information | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Read DTCs | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Freeze Frame Data | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Clear DTCs | √ | √ |
| System Diagnostics｜Data Stream | √ | √ |
| Bi-Directional Control/ Active Test | √ (Lifetime free version not available) | x |
| Special Function (inside the control unit) | x | x |
| Hot Functions | 28 | 9 |
| Online Coding | x | x |
| Online Programming | × | × |
| Flash Hidden Function | x | x |
| Gateway Access | FCA SGW/Renault SGW | FCA SGW |
| Guided Function | x | x |
| AutoVIN | √ | √ |
| SCAN VIN / License | √ | × |
| ADVANCED PROTOCOL | ||
| CAN-FD | √ | √ |
| DoIP | x | × |
| J2534 | √ | × |
| Others | ||
| Remote Desk | √ | √ |
| DTC Look UP
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√ | √ |
| WiFi / PC | WiFi / PC | |
| Vehicle Coverage | 80+ | 70+ |
| Update Method | 2 years free/Lifetime free | Lifetime free update |
Which to buy?
I own both the 800BT 2 and 600 S (not the Pro). Both are nice tools, but the step up between the AD800BT 2 from the 600S is a bit more than trivial. In fact, I also own a Phoenix Plus 2, and I feel the 800BT 2 plays more like a Phoenix level tool than the ArtiDiag line. The biggy is the 800BT 2 has bi-directional control. Even as a DIYer, as I am, having bi-directional control is worth it in my opinion. It really comes in handy when troubleshooting. Another significant difference, the 800BT 2 scans all modules/systems, whereas the 600S is limited (4 systems only). Then there are rests/functions. There are 9 on the 600S and nearly 30 on the 800BT 2. Hardware wise, the 800’s DLC is wireless, the 600 cabled. The 800 has twice the space (ROM) at 64g versus 32. The 600 will run out of ROM if you try to install all vehicle brands and models. But that shouldn’t be an issue for home use. Physically, the 800 has a nice hand grip on its left side. And although the 800’s screen is an inch larger than the 600’s, the overall width and height of both are the same.
My opinion, for home use, I don’t feel the 800BT 2 is overkill. Especially with the complexity of today’s vehicles. I think having bi-directional control and being able to scan all systems and modules is important. Yeah, it comes at a cost, but worth it.