Topdon Phoenix Smart and Autel MaxiSys MS909 advanced diagnostic scanner which is better? Check the comparison below:
| Topdon Phoenix Smart | Autel MaxiSys MS909 | |||
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| HARDWARE | ||||
| CPU | MT6761 Core 4, 2.0GHZ | Samsung Exynos8895V Octa-core processor | ||
| RAM | 4G | 4G | ||
| ROM | 128G | 128G | ||
| Battery Capacity | 12600mAH, 3.8V | 15000mAH, 3.8V | ||
| Screen Resolution | 1280×800 | 1536×2048 | ||
| Screen Size | 10.1 inch | 9.7 inch | ||
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | ||
| Camera | Rear8.0 mp | Rear16mp+Front 5mp | ||
| Weight | 1.567 kg(3.45 lb)) | 1.66kg | ||
| Communication | Bluetooth MDCI Pro Including CANFD, DOIP, D-PDU, J2534, RP1210 |
Bluetooth MaxiFlash VCI Including CANFD, DOIP, D-PDU, J2534, RP1210 |
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| SOFTWARE | ||||
| Operating System | Android 10.0 | Android 7.0 / Android 10.0 | ||
| Software Updates | 2 Years Free | 1 Year Free | ||
| Auto VIN | √ | √ | ||
| FCA Secure Gateway | √ | √ (USA Version only) | ||
| Full-System Diagnostic | √ | √ | ||
| Component Activation | Bi-Directional Control | Bi-Directional Control | ||
| Enhanced Functions | √ | √ | ||
| cDaily Maintenance Functions | 35+ Service Functions | 36+ Service Functions | ||
| Diagnostic Topology Mapping | √ | √ | ||
| ADAS | Adas Upgrade&Frame Kit Purchase Required |
Adas Upgrade&Frame Kit Purchase Required |
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| Cloud-Based Programming | 13 Brands (Benz, BMW, Audi, VW, SKODA, SEAT, Porsche, Jaguar, Land Rover, Nissan, Subaru, Renault, Hyundai) |
2 Brands Benz, BMW |
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| Online FFS Activation (VW, Audi) |
√ | √ | ||
| Mercedes-Benz DTC Guided Function | √ | √ | ||
| DTC Guided Function (BMW, Porsche, Audi, VW) |
√ | √ | ||
| Battery Tester | BTMobile Pros Purchase Required |
BT506 Purchase Required |
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| Key Programming | T-Ninja Box Purchase Required |
Basic IMMO | ||
| Tesla Software | Tesla Software Upgrade& Tesla Connectors Purchase Required |
X | ||
| Heavy Duty Compatibility | HD Software Upgrade & HD Connector Kit Purchase Required |
X | ||
| Others | ||||
| Software Languages | 15 Languages English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Dutch, Hungarian, Chinese (Traditional), Korean, Finnish |
English | ||
| Upgrade Fee (End User) | $795/Y, $1099/2Y | 659/Y | ||
In sum:
Autel MS909 has larger battery and better camera.
Autel MS909 has IP limitation. Phoenix Smart does not.
Phoenix Smart supports 2 years free updates, while MS909 comes with only 1 year free update.
Phoenix Smart is compatible with IMMO, heavy duty and scopebox add-on modules. MS909 does not.
Topdon Phoenix Smart supports ECU programming of more car brands, and Autel MS909 has intelligent diagnosis to facilitate quick diagnosis of faults and explain the situation to car maintenance personnel. Both feature color-coded topology maps and are powerful.






