How to choose Autel OTOFIX IM1, Autel IM508, Xtool X100 Pad2?
Autel OTOFIX IM1 can perform common and advanced automotive key programming, full-system diagnosis, lots of service reset functions. For the advanced key programming, you can pay extra if you need, that’s why OTOFIX IM1 is hundreds of dollars cheaper than IM508.
Look at the comparison table among Autel IM508, OTOFIX IM1 and Xtool X100 Pad2.
Function | Autel IM508 | OTOFIX IM1 | Xtool X100 PAD2 with KC100 | Function in detail |
Common Immo Key Programming | Yes | Yes | Yes | Can do as the same as the similar programmer |
Diagnostic function | Yes, full-system diagnosis +lots of Service Reset | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | Full system diagnosis and several service reset | Read DTC, clear DTC, scan systems, read datastream etc |
Mercedes Benz Advanced key programming | Yes | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | No | All keys lost (fast programming via obd)
Renew IMMO |
BMW Advanced key programming | Yes | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | No | ECU replacement (CAS1, CAS2, CAS3,
CAS3+, FEM/BDC) Read ISN code directly via engine |
VAG Advanced key programming | Yes | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | No | Replace MQB ECU
Replace 4th IMMO ECU Read MED17 ISN via OBD Read DME ISN on bench |
Toyota Advanced key programming | Yes | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | No | Toyota H All Keys Lost |
Ford/Mazda Advanced key programming | Yes | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | No | bypass pincod for 2020 Mazda 3/CX30
Chinese Ford and Mazda PMI Mazda 2013- parameter reset |
Mitsubishi Advanced programming | Yes | Yes, pay extra on advanced feature | No | ID47 proximity all keys lost |
Remote Desktop Support | Yes | Yes | No | Remote technical support |
Update | 1-year free update. | 1-year free update. | 2-year free update | Autel and Otofix update frequently |
OTOFIX IM1 Features:
1. Smart IMMO Functions
Supports OBD key programming for 80% of vehicle models
•Supports All Keys Lost programming via OBD for Volkswagen IV, V and MQB IMMO system
•Supports Add Key and All Keys Lost programming via OBD from CAS1 to CAS4 and FEM&BDC IMMO system
•Supports key programming bypassing PIN code for all 2005-2020 Ford models
•Supports key programming bypassing PIN code for 2019-2020 Promaster, DT-RAM, Jeep Commander, etc.
•Supports read password for Hyundai Kia key ID46, 47, 4A, 8A, etc.
2. Advanced Features
3. Other Functions
Function Viewer
Vehicle Diagnostic Report
Shop Manager
Log Collect and Upload
Remote Desktop Support
XP1 Function:
1: Generate dealer keys for Volkswagen Audi Skoda Seat.
2: Read Volkswagen Audi key information
3: Read 8-pin chip data (commonly used for Magotan/CC, BMW FEM/BDC)
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