Foxwell NT809BT
#10 in TabletFull review
For a home mechanic who wants a wireless tablet with modern protocols and plenty of resets but no coding.
Amazon $399.93$399.93
The Foxwell NT809BT is the better OBD2 scan tool overall, rated 3.5 to 2.5. The Foxwell NT809BT leads on updates and advanced. The Foxwell NT809BT costs $39.05 less ($399.93 vs $438.98).
Autel MaxiCOM MK808BT Pro
#23 in TabletFull review
The wireless version of Autel’s entry tablet, for home mechanics who want to move around the car during active tests. On newer GM or Ford models, the MK900BT is the better buy.
Amazon $438.98$438.98
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Foxwell NT809BT for updates (3 years of free updates vs 1 year of free updates) and advanced (CAN FD and DoIP vs none of the three).
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 | Foxwell NT809BT | Autel MaxiCOM MK808BT Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 54 $399.93 | 48 $438.98 |
| Service functions 15% | 67 30 service functions | 60 28 service functions |
| Advanced 20% | 40 CAN FD and DoIP | 0 none of the three |
| Updates 25% | 100 3 years of free updates | 33 1 year of free updates |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Foxwell NT809BT | Autel MaxiCOM MK808BT Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Functions | ||
| Service functions | 30 | 28 |
| Vehicle makes | 108 | 80 |
| ECU coding | No | No |
| CAN FD and DoIP | Yes | No |
| Topology map | - | No |
| Hardware | ||
| Form | Tablet | Tablet |
| Screen | 7 in | 7 in |
| System | - | Android 11 |
| Wireless VCI | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | - | 5,000 mAh |
| Support | ||
| Free updates | 3 years | 1 year |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
| Released | 2024-10-22 | - |