Launch X431 Pro Elite VS Autel Maxicom MK808 - Full In-depth Live Testing Review.

Having used many other brands of diagnostic tools, 'Launch' contacted me to review their latest Launch X431 Pro Elite diagnostic that can diagnose 100+car brands with 2 year updates and full bi-directional control.

I put it through its paces and test what it can do comparing it to my Autel Maxicom MK808! There are some amazing functions that are advertised with this Launch and for the money it seems a great choice !
I go deep into the tools, clear lots of codes and checking out the bi-directional capabilities, I then give my overall opinion.

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[rosshannemann]

Got a baby launch for my boys Yamaha motorbike, bike shop told me wouldn't work on his bike, well it does, light of , fault clear no return. Thanks for showing

[AigarsDidzus]

That lil launch x431 is a beast for the money I haven't seen anything better than that I actually own one....trust me when I say autel is very good tool but you will have to pay around 900 to 1200 £££ to be able to do the same what launch x431 pro elite....the only thing I haven't tried out on it is xprog3 programmer....would like to see how it's works with it....if you have a chance definitely put it out

[paulosantana]

I have a launch now ...used to have a autel.
Nigth and day diference for the best.
Easy and very intuitive

[peterwill]

HI, Ydidnt show us how you got to the data stream ? I am haveing trouble finding the function.

[ettorefrisenda]

It is quite simple. The reason you have the choice of scanning individual ECAs is, because if you know that you have a fault with the IBS, you just scan the ABS system or a fault with the gearbox you just scan the fault with the gearbox if you put in the health report, then it will take longer for it to scan the whole system just to save time really, and the Autel should have health report feature on it as well to scan the whole system

[FreddyG]

Which one of these two can do injector programming and an ECM reset on a Mercedes W205?

[mikedelroy]

Great video. Can you calibrate / carry out adaptations to replacement sensors. For example, if a DPF pressure sensor is replaced can the new sensor be calibrated. Thanks

[gilbertnatividad]

Very good video information. I wish to get the Launch X431 Pro Elite

[stevenbarber]

i just got a autel i had one before a older one i find that autel you can do more programming wise never really got into the others :)

[juanherrera]

How to check chain stretch on the launch ? thank you

Good scanner for porsche as well fuel priming brakes adjust etc etc but has taken me a while to navigate. Some more intruction videos are needed IMO. Had to buy the I-tpms tool to do sensors another $140. took me a while to figure out. my first scanner. so far its been worth it. buy direct from launch its cheaper an they ship fast.

[gaewing]

What will be the cost in three years to stay current?

[ANDY-wemr]

Yes both haven't got topology mapping has it got key coding bidirectional control 😊

[Damiannott]

Keys programming ? any of then can do ???

[thecolliman]

It would be interesting to see what the launch can do with the BCM electrical as I have BCM problem with my Range Rover.

[SmartyMister]

Thank you for this video. It has helped narrow down my search for an upgrade to my VGate OBDII code reader. Could you confirm that the X431 Pro Elite covers the Range Rover Evoque 2012 model please and what bidirectional facilities are there for the Evoque? Does it cover the SRS module. How comprehensive is the SRS module, as there are a number of airbags. Do you have to rely on an internet connection for DTC code descriptions, or is it built in, as in my existing code reader?

[Ilvebagels]

The thing I hate about all the types of scanners, is all the different years and models. The only reason I haven’t bought one is because I don’t want to buy last years version

[AigarsDidzus]

The 3 different scan types are not the same...for example system scan will scan and tell you what modules are ur car equipped...scan health report diagnostic

[ANDY-wemr]

GOOD VIDEO THANKS FOR SHARING THAT INFORMATION VERY WELL EXPLAINED I HAD A BRAN NEW AUTELL DIAGNOSTIC MAXI SCAN OFF EBAY AND IT WOULD NOT CONNECT TO MY FORD FOCUS MK3 DOES THIS HAVE TOPOLOGY MAPPING 😊

[superprinz]

Im not big into Lauch, but I did what I though was a brake reset, now have no hand brake and dash says in Brake test rig mode, can't seem to find away out of it, can you help please?

[prideandpinion]

Hi there, I'm looking to fix throttle delay for my mercedes w204. Read in forums all I have to do is to Increase the Pedal Curve from KLD1 to KLD 4. Do you think the x431 can do it? Or will I have to take the xentry route?