Topdon Phoenix Smart VS Autel Maxisys Ms909 What is the difference between smart and 909
A question we very commonly get asked - Which brand is better? TOPDON or Autel?
TOPDON and Autel are two of the best brands on the market
Both brands offer very powerful, comprehensive, advanced and reliable scan tools.
Autel is well known for its high quality, extremely user friendly, and innovative diagnostic tools. Topdon on the other hand, produces quick, accurate, OEM-level diagnostics.
There are some things that a Topdon scan tool can do better than the Autel and some things Autel can do better than the Topdon.
It really comes down to the type of scanner you need. If your looking for a high range scan tool then we have produced the following comparison chart
View the Autel Maxisys 909
View the TOPDON Phoenix Smart
Most professional Autel scan tools come with one year free updates while TOPDON scan tools usually come with two years free updates
The cost to update varies per tool but TOPDON is overall cheaper to update.
I would say TOPDON is better value for money.
Overall both are very powerfull and capable tools
If you are somebody who needs a User-friendly tool with great coverage take a look at the Autel scan tools
If you need powerful OEM-level diagnostics and you like value for money take a look at the Topdon scan Tools
View Topdon Scan Tools
View Autel Scan Tools
Another thing to consider is if you need Australian software on the tool for Holden and Ford.
All of our tools have the Australian software however the same models of tools sold on places such as eBay/Amazon don't have Australian software.
And also if you need Autel USA version, which will can get support directly from Autel USA team and has FCA access
TOPDON and Autel are two of the best brands on the market
Both brands offer very powerful, comprehensive, advanced and reliable scan tools.
Autel is well known for its high quality, extremely user friendly, and innovative diagnostic tools. Topdon on the other hand, produces quick, accurate, OEM-level diagnostics.
There are some things that a Topdon scan tool can do better than the Autel and some things Autel can do better than the Topdon.
It really comes down to the type of scanner you need. If your looking for a high range scan tool then we have produced the following comparison chart
| Topdon phoenix smart | Autel MaxiSys Ms909 | |
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| HARDWARE | ||
| CPU | MT6761 Core 4, 2.0GHZ | 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Cloud-Based Programming | 13 Brands (Benz, BMW, Audi, VW, SKODA, SEAT, Porche, Jaguar, Land Rover,Nissan, Subaru, Renault, Hyundai) |
2 Brands Benz, BMW |
| Online FFS Activation (VW, Audi) |
√ | √ |
| Mercedes-Benz DTC Guided Function | √ | √ |
| DTC Guided Function （BMW, Porsche, Audi, VW） |
√ | √ |
| COMPATIBLE ADD-ON TOOLS/SOFTWARE | ||
| Battery Tester | BTMobile Pros Purchase Required |
BT506 Purchase Required |
| Key Programming | T-Ninja Box Purchase Required |
X |
| 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 | 1295/Y |
View the Autel Maxisys 909
View the TOPDON Phoenix Smart
Most professional Autel scan tools come with one year free updates while TOPDON scan tools usually come with two years free updates
The cost to update varies per tool but TOPDON is overall cheaper to update.
I would say TOPDON is better value for money.
Overall both are very powerfull and capable tools
If you are somebody who needs a User-friendly tool with great coverage take a look at the Autel scan tools
If you need powerful OEM-level diagnostics and you like value for money take a look at the Topdon scan Tools
View Topdon Scan Tools
View Autel Scan Tools
Another thing to consider is if you need Australian software on the tool for Holden and Ford.
All of our tools have the Australian software however the same models of tools sold on places such as eBay/Amazon don't have Australian software.
And also if you need Autel USA version, which will can get support directly from Autel USA team and has FCA access
