Autel MaxiCOM MK808K-BT Scanner: 2025 Full Bidirectional Tool Combo. of MK808BT Pro, MK808Z-BT, MK808S, MK900BT, MaxiSYS MX808S, MX900, 28+ Service, 3K Active Tests, All Sys Diagnosis, AutoAuth OS 11

I did quite a bit of research on the MK808 series scanners and can share the following. Per Autel's websites, the MK808 Pro is for the US market. The MK808Z and MK808K are for global markets (BT just means a Bluetooth connection to the vehicle). However, per Autel's website, these 3 products are the same in every way. In fact, they are grouped together in their comparison charts. I did read that Autel provides these other model numbers for their authorized resellers to sell. The MK808S is also the same but does not have Bluetooth. MK808S-TS is actually different in that it adds TMPS functionality (it also uses Bluetooth). As for understanding which vehicles are supported, Autel's published information is out of date. Also, the US website vehicle database is different than their global website database. Even their listing of software updates was out of date and did not show a November 2024 update which the scanner itself listed. I was concerned whether 2023 Ford models are supported and it turned out that Ford is covered through 2024. Autel appears to update their scanner tools regularly (about 5-6 times per year). Since we get a year's worth of updates, I expect 2025 models will be included next year.UPDATE:I have a 2023 F150 with a 3.5 EcoBoost Gen2. When researching these, I wanted to know if the cylinder balance test was available but the tests are not specifically listed in Autel's vehicle database. So I used the Autel vehicle database and counted the number of Active Tests available for the MK808K-BT. It showed 10 for 2023, 14 for 2022, and 22 for 2021. Since these are all Gen14 F150's, the tests supported should be the same. This shows Autel rolls out the updates in steps. I then checked a 2019 Taurus (last year for this vehicle) with a 3.5 EcoBoost (Gen1). It shows 38 Active Tests. I then used my MK808K-BT on the Taurus and it does support the cylinder balance test. This again shows Autel rolls out the updates in steps. If this test is available on a 2021 or 2022 F150 (someone should know this), then it's coming in an update soon. And finally, I counted the number of Active Tests for my F150 but on the Autel high-end scanner MaxiSYS Ultra. It still showed 10 tests. This shows Autel gives the lower end scanners the same active test capabilities as the high end scanners.

I initially purchased to sync new key fobs to my Hyundai, and it worked perfectly for that task. I've since used it to read trouble codes and diagnose a variety of problems on my Hyundai, GMC, and Toyota. It's a good unit with a lot of features for a reasonable price. I'm glad I bought this unit, which was nerve wracking as there were so many options. The wireless feature is really nice also.

I have owned this for over a year now. So far no complaints. The only thing is if you do not update it this will not connect with most vehicles. It does require a annual renewal fee to access updates. But overall I am pleased with the product. I even used it to calibrate the rear camera on wifes Nissan.

Takes a while to read all coads and the touch screen could be more sensitive but does everything you want it to do and more support is great would buy again but I can't see needing to it is built well

Purchased this over a year ago and it has been a great addition to my vehicle maintenance toolbox. At this price point, intuitive and easy to navigate. It provides the ability to use AutoAuth which is necessary for FCA/Stellantis vehicles after 2017. It definitely has saved the purchase price maintaining and troubleshooting my stable of machines.

This scanner is great, I have been able to diagnose O2 sensors using the live data graph. I have also been able to retract rear electric brake calipers for pad replacement. This is a great tool to have!

I am more than impressed with what this little tool can do for the price. I was able to do variant coding on a W212 Mercedes, Airmatic calibration and it still had a lot of other useful features( it was able to access all of the 46 modules installed on the Merc).I also used it on a BMW, Toyota Sienna and a Ford Ranger truck and it was able to access all of the modules there as well, perform live tests, actuations, adaptations ( I saw the option to perform shift adaptations on the Mercedes but I haven't tried it yet) and resetting to default values where applicable.One cool thing I like about it is the ability to perform graphing ( to a limited extent - not oscilloscope detail but still on par with equivalent but more expensive tools on the market like SnapOn or Matco).The not so great parts would be the other, non diagnostic related functions like:1) Email sharing of the diagnostic files ( they have an embedded app but it doesn't work with yahoo or gmail servers - I got around it by downloading the yahoo app and using that one to send files to my computer)2)The tutorial section ( it's pretty much non existent and for the most part doesn't even connect to the Autel servers)3) The complete lack of wiring diagrams and any sort of schematics.Overall this is a great tool to have around for working on your car, pre purchase inspections and helping out friends. It's biggest plus in my opinion is it's price, none of the competitors can even get close to it price wise.Keep in mind that you have to update frequently to be able to work with modules in newer vehicles. Out of the box it has a 1 year free subscription included, after that if you want to update it you have to pay around 600$ per year.