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Launch X431 PAD VII and Topdon Phoenix Max Comparison

Both Launch X431 PAD VII and Topdon Phoenix Max have advanced functions and coutless auto makers. What’s the difference between them and which one is better?

Here we will help you clarify doubts when making the final choice. 

 

First of all, check a table comparison below:

ItemLaunch X431 PAD VII

launch x431 pad vii

Topdon Phoenix Max

topdon phoenix max

Touch Screen13.3 inch13.3 inch
Operating system

 

Android 9.0Android 9.0
Processor8-Core Processor, 2.0 GHz8-Core Processor, 2.0 GHz
Storage8GB RAM & 256GB8GB RAM & 256GB
Battery18720Ah/3.8V18600 mAh / 3.8V
VCISmartlink C 2.0

CPU: Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M7, Dual Processor

Operating System: Linux

RAM: 256M

ROM: 8G

3.5inch screen 320 x 480 pixels

WiFi, BT and USB

PHOENIX MDCI PRO

CPU: Cortex-A7 + Cortex-M7, Dual Processor

Operating System: Linux

RAM: 256M

ROM: 8G

Display: TFT, 3.97 inches, 320 x 480 pixels

Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz/5GHz, Dual Band

Multi-languageYes, 24Yes 24
Car brands110+130+
Australian Ford HoldenYesYes
Indian carsYesYes
J2534, DoIP, CanFD, D-PDU, and RP1210 protocolsYesYes
 

All System diagnostic

YesYes
Active Test (Bi-Directional Control)YesYes
Auto VINYesYes
Special functions39 special functions35 special functions
FCA “Auto Auth” AccessYesYes
Renault/Mercedes gatewayYes, need to purchase license–
VAG Guided FunctionYesYes
Online programmingVAG BMW Hyundai Jaguar Kia Land rover Mercedes

Subaru

Nissan Renault Porsche

VAG BMW Hyundai Jaguar Kia Land rover Mercedes

Nissan Renault Porsche

Online codingYes for Benz, BMW, VAG, Porsche, Renault etcFor 17 brands
Offline codingFor 33 brandsFor 33 brands
ADAS calibrationYes with ADAS add-on moduleYes with ADAS add-on module
VideoscopeYes with VSP-600with 4 channel Videoscope
Heavy duty modulesYes with truck software pack, support 88 brandsYes, with heavy duty kit, support 80 brands
OscilloscopeYes, compatible with 4 channel OscilloscopeYes, compatible with 14 channel Oscilloscope
TPMSYes with TSGUN or i-TPMSYes with TPMS add-on
Battery testerYes, with BST-360Yes with battery tester add-on
Wi-Fi PrinterYes, with WiFi printerYes
ECU TCU CloningYes with X-prog3Yes with T-Ninja Box
Advanced ImmobilizerYes with IMMO software package–
Remote makerYes, with x431 key programmer–
CAN BUS Pin DetectionYes–
Topology MappingYesYes
EV PackYes, with add-on modulesYes with add-on
Charging baseNoYes
Remote diagnosisYes–
Adjustable KickstandYesYes
UpdateCar software Free update online for 2 years, $569 per/year later

Truck software free update for 1 year

Car software Free update online for 2 years, later $398 per year.

Truck software free update for 1 year

 

In sum:

Both scanners has 13.3 inch screen, built memory capacity 256GB. Both of them has J2534 VCI and support online programming function.

Topdon phoenix Max services more than 130 light trucks, cars and 80 trucks. You can also paid to use EV pack, battery test and ADAS software.

Both support McLaren, Lamborghini Maserati, Ferrari, Bentley high end vehicles, Austrian and Indian markers.

Function are similar.  Topdon has a charge base which is for you to charge the scanner.

Launch is the most pioneering company on the market. Topdon phoenix Max is the newly released model.

Topdon software subscription is cheaper than Launch. But Launch supports Renault/Mercedes gateway, CarSET pro database (with license). Launch has TPMS, IMMO, remote maker add-on modules. Launch will also generate Launch universal remote keys and chips. Topdon does not.

Launch X431 PAD 7 is a better buy in the long run.

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