Universal key programmer which is better, IM608 pro or the Xhorse Key Tool Plus pad?
Check the simple table comparison below:
| Item | Autel IM608 Pro | Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Plus |
| Ford 2019/2020: 1. Add key, 2. All key lost. | Yes | No |
| GM 2018 up: Add key, read PIN by OBD | Yes | No |
| Chrysler 2018-2020: Add key | Yes | Part Yes |
| Mercedes Benz: Add key, all key lost. | 3rd IMMO Yes | 3rd IMMO Yes |
| BMW: All key lost & other immo system functions | Yes | Yes |
| VW: Add key, all key lost. | Yes | Yes |
| Toyota: 8A mechanical all key lost | Part support require emulator | Part support without emulator |
| Honda 2019 up: All key lost | Part Yes | No |
Hyundai 2018-2021:
2. 4A, 8A smart card. | Yes | Part Yes |
| China-made: 2020 of some brands | Yes | No |
| Keytool | Part Yes | Yes |
| EEPROM | Yes | Yes |
Xhorse Key Tool Plus advantages comparing IM608Pro
Better in transporter cloning, remote generation, eeprom function and available to control key cutting machines made by Xhorse.
Can be combined with other xhorse tools.
Xhorse is way better programming Mercedes Benz than Autel (faster online password calculation)
Add a bunch of car brands like Ford, GM, Chrysler etc that does not support before. At present, the vehicle coverage and performance are approximately at a medium level, which is still far from im608 pro, but it is clearly catching up.
Key Tool Plus is good for VAG
Free update online
Autel IM608 Pro advantages:
Full system diagnosis, special service functions and odometer correction functions.
Diagnostic sofwtare is good.
the J2534 programmer is an added source of revenue
Expensive annually subscription
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