Autel MaxiSys Ultra vs. MaxiIM IM608

Autel comparison: Autel Maxisys Ultra vs MaxiIM IM608.

IM608 VS Maxisys Ultra on Hardware

	Autel IM608	Autel Ultra
Operating system	Android 4.4.2, Kitkat	Android 7.0 OS
Processor	Samsung Exynos hexa-core Processor(1.3GHz Quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 + 1.7GHz Dual-core ARM Cortex-A15)	Samsung Exynos8895V octa-core Processor (2.3GHz Quad-core Mongoose + 1.7GHz Quad-core A53) Processor
Memory	2GB+ 64GB	4GB RAM & 256GB On-board Memory
Display	10.1-inch LED capacitive touch screen with 1920×1200 resolution	Large 12.9’’ Touchscreen (2732 x 2048)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) USB: 2.0 BT v.2.1 + EDR SD Card (Support up to 32GB) HDMI	WiFix2 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2×2 MIMO)BT v.2.1 + EDR GPS USB 2.0 (Two USB HOST Type A, one USB mini device) HDMI 2.0 SD Card (Support up to 256GB)
Camera (rear)	8.0 Megapixel, AF with Flashlight	Rear: 16 Megapixel, Autofocus with FlashlightFront: 5 Megapixel
Sensors	Gravity Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor (ALS)	Gravity Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor (ALS)
Audio Input/Output	Microphone Dual Speakers 3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jack	MicrophoneDual Speakers 3-Band 3.5 mm stereo/standard headset jack
Power and battery	15000 mAh 3.8 V lithium-polymer battery Charging via 12 V AC/DC power supply with the temperature between 0°C and 45°C	18000mAh 3.8 V lithium-polymer battery 8 hours continuous operationCharging via 12 V AC/DC power supply with the temperature between 0°C and 45°C
Weight	NW: 1.42 kg (3.13 lb.) GW: 8.655 kg (19.08 lb.)	2.18kg (4.81 lb.)
Dimensions (WxHxD)	300 mm (11.81”) x 220 mm (8.66”) x 50 mm (1.97”)	366.5 mm (14.43″) x 280.9 mm
Protocol	ISO 9142-2, ISO 14230-2, ISO 15765-4, K/L-Line, Flashing Code, SAE-J1850 VPW, SAE-J1850 PWM, CAN ISO 11898, Highspeed, Middlespeed, Lowspeed and Singlewire CAN, GM UART, UART Echo Byte Protocol, Honda Diag-H Protocol, TP 2.0, TP 1.6, SAE J1939, SAE J1708, Fault-Tolerant CAN	DoIP, PLC J2497, ISO-15765, SAE-J1939, ISO-14229 UDS, SAE-J2411 Single Wire Can (GMLAN), ISO-11898-2, ISO-11898-3, SAE-J2819 (TP20), TP16, ISO-9141, ISO-14230, SAE-J2610 (Chrysler SCI), UART Echo Byte, SAE-J2809 (Honda Diag-H), SAE-J2740 (GM ALDL), SAE-J1567 (CCD BUS), Ford UBP, Nissan DDL UART with Clock, BMW DS2, BMW DS1, SAE J2819 (VAG KW81), KW82, SAE J1708, SAE-J1850 PWM (Ford SCP), SAE-J1850 VPW (GM Class2)

Size comparison between the Ultra and the IM608.

Ultra is HUGE. 13” screen is comfortable.
Carbon fiber back feels amazing.

From compare chart of IM608 vs Maxisys Ultra on Hardware:

With a fast operating system in the Android 7.0 and 2.3 GHz processor, this is a very fast and accurate scan tool. It is faster than the IM608 Key Programmer which has Android 4.4.2 and 1.7 GHz processor.

Maxisys Ultra has more memory storage, higher resolution, powerful battery & connectivity.

	Autel MaxiIM IM608/pro	Autel MaxiSys Ultra
Programming	Key programming only,Does not do Mercedes and BMW online ECU programming	Does Mercedes and BMW online ECU programming.
IMMO Keys	Comes with XP400, advanced key programming, all keys lost,m add key, change key etc	No key programming,anti-theft matching can disable lost key and add new key’s information program to ensure the security of your vehicle
Diagnostic Service	Bi-directional controlAdvanced full systems DIganosics for 80+ US, Asain and European makes and models Read codes Erase codes Live data ECU information Active Test Complete OBD diagnostics Service functions	Bi-directional controlAdvanced full systems DIganosics for 80+ US, Asain, and European makes and models Read codes Erase codes Live data ECU information Active Test Complete OBD diagnostics Service functions
20+ Special service	20+ special service functions, Oil reset, EPB, TPMS, BMS, Auto bleeding, DPF, airbag reset, injector, SAS, suspension, throttle, Winn DR Roof, Seat, Odometer, Land change, Headlamp, CHG tire size, TEC learn, Cylinder, Turbocharging, Trans adaptation	26 Commonly Used Reset Functions for Fast Maintenance or Repairs +Oil Reset, EPB, BMS, ABS Bleed, TPMS, Airbag Reset, DPF Reg., IMMO Service, Injector Coding, SAS Calibration, Suspension Calibration, Throttle Adaption, ABS/SRS, Gear Learning, Sunroof Initialization, Seats Calibration, Language Change, Headlight Matching, A/F Setting, WIN DR Roof, Odometer, CHG Tire Size, Cylinder, Turbocharging, Limit, Trans Adaption.
Topology module mapping	No	Yes,Color coded all system status screen on supported vehicles
Split-screen display		Yes, view multiple functions at once
Repair assist		Guided procedures with DTC analysis and fault code solutions
Relevant cases		DTC troubleshootingRepair tips video library
5 in 1 VCM1	JVCI only	Yes,  4-channel oscilloscope, waveform generator, multimeter, and CAN BUS tester 5 in 1
Scope		Yes, built-in
Internal power supply		Yes
VIN identification	Auto VIN/Manual VIN	Auto VIN/Manual VIN/ Scan VIN
Newest GM/Ford CAN FD	Does not come with CAN FD protocol, requires a CAN FD adapter	Already compatible with CAN FD adapter
Update service	1 Year Free Update	1 Year Free Update

From the comparison chart between Maxisys Ultra and MaxiIM IM608:

IM608 key program is better than Ultra. If you’re main to key programming, and hope has an advanced key programmer, then IM608 is best.

Maxisys Ultra could program the ECU of Benz and BMW, and have ECU coding function is a powerful ECU programmer and most advanced diagnostic scanner. And IM608 only could ECU code, could not program ECU of cars.
Ultra has the scope built into it. IM608 has add-on scope, but it is very good.
Ultra also has an internal power supply. It has a rechargeable battery. When you unplug the VCMI, it stays ON so you can run a scope to it.
The scope is very quick and shows up on the monitor almost instantly. Pretty darn good for being wireless.
Ultra has a Topology map, scan vin, repair assist, Split-screen display, im608 does not.

As in Ultra vs IM608? If so then NO. Different tools for different requirements. MaxiIM is a key tool with standard diagnostics – Ultra is an advanced Scantool with MB/BMW ECU Programming including a 4 channel scope.

In a nutshell, the IM608/IM608 Pro is an ms909 chassis built more specifically for doing keys and retains most all the diagnostic functions of the 909.

This is for the purpose of making sure a vehicle is squared away before doing key coding/programming while something else may not work properly.

From what I recall, the Ultra can do some key learning but not quite as much as the im608 but will have much more diag and ECU features compared to the 608.

im608 does 90% of keys in our experience. Its a learning curve, not going to be easy diy but after some research its a good tool. The j2534 lacks mega-can to work on newer Mopars. Diagnostics it can pull codes just like any other tool.. adaptions/calibrations – module programming 25% actually works. Air suspension on mb fails in auto mode.

Ultra- apparently does IMMO too “but not all keys lost”. diagnostics the same as 608. Addon we can see is battery analysis, inspection camera. Comes with scope included. The j2534 supports mega-can so the new Mopars it works. Tested.