Launch X431 PAD VII Vs. Autel MaxiIM 608 Pro

Both Launch X431 PAD VII and Autel MaxiIM 608 Pro are high-end devices built for professionals. If you find yourself weighing between the two, you’ll want to know that Launch offers a more user-friendly gadget. The PAD VII has a much bigger screen which makes interpreting the results fast and easy.

Both scanners can use a J2534 pass-thru programming device. However, Launch X431 PAD VII allows you to add seven modules to improve functionality. It can also perform ECU programming out of the box. That’s unlike the Autel model that needs to pair with the J2534 ECU VCI.

The Launch X431 PAD VII runs on a 19000mAh battery, while the Autel MaxiIM 608 pro has a 15000mAH battery. You’ll get more juice out of the PAD VII than the IM608 Pro.

One thing worth noticing is Launch X431 PAD VII provides users with the option to purchase additional software in “Mall” in their app, includes heavy duty, Tesla software, etc while IM608 Pro does not.

PAD 7 has full ADAS capability while im608pro has limited capabilities for ADAS.

Therefore, if you want a flexible device where you can add functions as you like, Launch X431 PAD VII is our recommended diagnostics tool.

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	Launch X431 Pad VII	Autel MaxiIM 608 Pro
Product Dimensions	13.89 x 9.29 x 2.79 inches	11.87 x 8.66 x 1.97 inches
Item Weight	29.76 pounds	15.47 pounds
Screen Size	13.3 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels)	10.1 inches (1920 x 1200 pixels)
OBD2 Diagnostics	Full	Full
System Diagnostics	All systems	All systems
Advanced Service Functions (Special Functions, Reset Functions)	30 + advanced service functionsReset & Relearn Services TPMS ADAS Calibration Function Injector Coding Coolant Bleed Tire Reset AIF Reset Nox Sensor Reset Electronic Throttle Relearn 8 Extended Module Functions	31 Advanced Service FunctionsOil Service Reset Parking Brake Pad Relearn Battery Registration and Reset Active tests Crankshaft Position Variation TPMS etc.
Coding/Programming	Yes (Advanced Coding and Programming).Online programming for select vehicles without online account (Benz, BMW, Audi, Skoda, Seat, Porsche, Nissan/Infinity, etc and keep updating more vehicles).	Yes (advanced ECU coding and programming with J2534 device).Does not have built-in BMW and Mercedes online programming.
Vehicle Coverage	Full system vehicle coverage for domestic and imported cars, medium & light-duty vehicles (110 brands).Optional heavy-duty vehicles diagnosis.	95% of all 1996-2021 cars, SUVs, and light trucks. Including OEM diagnostics for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep.