For a DIYer who wants bidirectional tests and the common resets with no update fees ever. Shops and coders need more.
Amazon $329The Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite is the better OBD2 scan tool overall, rated 3.2 to 2.6. The Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite leads on updates, warranty and price. The Autel MaxiCheck MX808S wins on service functions. The Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite costs $49.79 less ($329 vs $378.79).
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An entry Autel tablet for home mechanics who want active tests and the common service resets on cars up to the late 2010s. Buyers with newer GM or Ford models should look at the 900 series instead.
Amazon $378.79Which should you buy?
- Choose the Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite for updates (free lifetime updates vs 1 year of free updates), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and price ($329 vs $378.79).
- Choose the Autel MaxiCheck MX808S for service functions (28 service functions vs 8 service functions).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tablet OBD2 scan tool; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite | Autel MaxiCheck MX808S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 67 $329 | 58 $378.79 |
| Service functions 15% | 0 8 service functions | 60 28 service functions |
| Advanced 20% | 0 none of the three | 0 none of the three |
| Updates 25% | 100 free lifetime updates | 33 1 year of free updates |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Topdon ArtiDiag900 Lite | Autel MaxiCheck MX808S | |
|---|---|---|
| Functions | ||
| Service functions | 8 | 28 |
| Vehicle makes | 60 | 80 |
| ECU coding | No | No |
| CAN FD and DoIP | No | No |
| Topology map | - | No |
| Hardware | ||
| Form | Tablet | Tablet |
| Screen | 8 in | 7 in |
| System | Android 11 | Android 11 |
| Wireless VCI | Yes | No |
| Battery | 10,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Support | ||
| Free updates | Lifetime | 1 year |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
