In this article, we have an exciting head-to-head battle between to top contender of OBD2 diagnostic scan tools. They are Autel MK808S & XTOOL D7 scanners. Get ready for an ultimate comparison to determine which one deserves the title of the reigning diagnostic tool champion.
Autel MK808S vs XTOOL D7 Comparison
| Item | Autel MaxiCOM MK808S | XTOOL D7 |
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| Price | €339 | €339 |
| Operating system | Android 11 | Android 10 |
| Display | 7.0 inch touch screen, 1024*600 | 7.0 inch touch screen, 1024*600 |
| Audio input/output | N/A, Beep | Microphone/speaker |
| Power consumption | 500mA(LCD on with default brightness, Wi-Fi on) @3.7V | 8W |
| Processor | Rockchip RK3566 Quad Core 1.8GHz processor | Quad-core 1.5GHz processor |
| Connectivity | Mini USB 2.0, USB2.0, WiFi, Micro SD card(up to 64GB) | Micro USB+WiFi(2.4GHz&5GHz) |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 3.7V lithium-polymer battery | 4000mAh, 3.7V lithium-polymer battery |
| Dimension | 270.8*176*36mm | 218*150*29mm |
| Memory(RAM+ROM) | 4G+64G | 2G+32G |
| OE full system diagnoses | √ | √ |
| Bidirectional control function | √ | √ |
| Special function | 40+ kinds | 36+ kinds |
| Auto VIN & auto scan | √ | √ |
| CAN FD | × | Need adapter |
| Remote desk | √ | × |
| Endoscope | √ (MV105S/ MV108S) | × |
| Language | Muti-language | Muti-language |
| Update | 1 year free update | 3 years free update |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |
- Hardware
Autel is equipped with higher hardware configuration than XTOOL, such as operating system, processor, memory, battery and display. But the larger screen also means that it is heavier, so XTOOL is compact and lighter by comparison.
Overall, Autel wins on configuration.
- Software
Both scanners support full system diagnoses like read codes, clear codes, live data, active test, check ECU info. The special functions each supports will vary depending on vehicle models. So it’s not easy to tell which one supports more.
Besides, XTOOL can work with optional CAN FD adapter to support GM, GMC, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick cars after 2020.
However, Autel can work as an endoscope with MV105S/MV108S accessory. Autel also supports remote desk.
In terms of software features, the basic diagnostic functions supported by both are similar. As for the extension function, customer can consider according to needs.
- Cost
Both Autel & XTOOL sell for the same price €339. The difference is that XTOOL enjoys 3 years free update and warranty while Autel only enjoys 1 year.
Compare from budget and cost performance, XTOOL wins.
Conclusion
On the whole, the difference between Autel MK808 & XTOOL D7 mainly lies in the hardware configuration and price. As for the basic diagnostic functions, their difference is not great.
So which is the best OBD2 scan tool depends on your specific needs and budget. You should consider what features are most important to you.
