The Autel MS906 family: which model fits your workshop?
The short answer: all four MS906 models master complete control unit diagnostics including coding and adaptations for over 100 vehicle brands – the differences lie in the TPMS radio module, the display size and the update period. If you don't offer tire service, the MS906 Pro (1.149 €) or the MS906 Max (2.519 €) is the most economical choice. If you want to read, relearn and program TPMS sensors directly at the wheel, you need a TS version: the MS906 Pro-TS (from 1.469 €) or the top model MS906 Pro2-TS (2.939 €). All prices (as of October 2026, incl. VAT).
The common basis of all four models
Before getting into the differences, it is worth looking at what all four devices can do. Each model is an Android tablet with an octa-core processor and 128 GB of SSD storage that communicates wirelessly with the vehicle via the included MaxiVCI V200 Bluetooth interface. The modern DoIP and CAN FD protocols are supported across the board, so current vehicle generations remain accessible.
- Full diagnostics on all supported control units: reading and clearing fault codes, live data, actuator tests – plus coding, adaptations and relearning new components.
- AutoScan, QuickErase and AutoVIN: automatic scan of all installed control units, clearing all fault memory entries in one pass, vehicle identification via the VIN.
- Service functions for everyday workshop use: service reset, EPB, DPF regeneration, steering angle sensor calibration, battery registration (BMS), injector coding, brake bleeding and much more – availability always depends on the vehicle.
- Over 100 vehicle brands from Europe, Asia and the USA, from Audi and Mercedes-Benz to Volvo.
The differences at a glance
| Model | Display | TPMS radio module | Updates included | Price (as of October 2026, incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS906 Pro | 8 inch, 1920 × 1200 | no (TPMS relearning via OBD only) | 1 year | 1.149 € |
| MS906 Pro-TS | 8 inch, 1920 × 1200 | yes – 315/433 MHz + Tesla-BLE | 1 year (int.) / 2 years (EU) | 1.469 € / 2.199 € (EU) |
| MS906 Max | 10.1 inch, 1920 × 1200 | no (TPMS relearning via OBD only) | 2 years | 2.519 € |
| MS906 Pro2-TS | 8 inch, 1920 × 1200 | yes – incl. MX-Sensor programming | 2 years | 2.939 € |
MS906 Pro – the entry into the family
The MS906 Pro is the successor to the proven MS906BT and the most attractively priced model in the range. It offers the family's complete diagnostic equipment – coding and adaptations included – and comes with one year of updates. It can only program TPMS sensors via the OBD interface; it lacks a radio module for reading sensors directly at the wheel.
MS906 Pro-TS – diagnostics plus complete TPMS service
The Pro-TS adds a full TPMS module to the identical diagnostic technology: it activates and reads all common sensors in the 315 and 433 MHz bands (including Tesla-BLE), writes sensor IDs to the control unit and programs Autel MX-Sensors with 99% market coverage. It is available in two versions: international with 1 year of updates (1.469 €) or as an EU version with 2 years of updates, ADAS capability via an optional upgrade and an activatable EU SGW package for protected control units (2.199 €).
MS906 Max – large display and long update period
The MS906 Max is the improved version of the MS906 Pro with a 10.1-inch display instead of 8 inches – the most noticeable difference in everyday workshop use, for example when viewing live data with several readings side by side. On top of that come 2 years of software updates from the date of purchase. It has no TPMS radio module; as on the Pro, TPMS programming runs via OBD.
MS906 Pro2-TS – the top model of the range
The Pro2-TS is the successor to the MS906 Pro-TS and combines both: full TPMS functionality as on the Pro-TS and 2 years of updates as on the Max. If you offer tire service and want to work as long as possible without a license renewal, this is the family's complete package.
Which model is worth it for whom – and for whom it isn't
- No tire mounting on offer? Then any TS version is wasted money. The MS906 Pro covers all-round diagnostics; if you work a lot with live data or use the device daily, take the Max with its large display and double the update period.
- Tire service yes, budget tight? The Pro-TS (international) delivers the complete TPMS workflow at the family's lowest TS price.
- Tire service plus a young customer fleet? The Pro2-TS with 2 years of updates keeps vehicle coverage current the longest; the EU version of the Pro-TS is the alternative with an activatable SGW package.
- Not the right choice is the MS906 family for workshops that need OEM-level ECU programming (J2534 PassThru) – for that there are larger MaxiSys models such as the MaxiSys MS909.
Frequently asked questions
What happens when the update period expires?
The device keeps working without restriction on the installed software version – nothing is switched off. Only new vehicle models and functions require an optional license renewal.
Is the TPMS module the only difference between Pro and Pro-TS?
Essentially yes: diagnostic scope, processor, storage and display are identical. The Pro-TS additionally brings the radio module for reading, relearning and programming TPMS sensors directly at the wheel.
Can the MS906 Max be upgraded to TPMS later?
A radio module cannot be retrofitted. The Max handles TPMS programming via OBD; for direct sensor service at the wheel you need a TS version or a separate TPMS tool such as the MaxiTPMS ITS600.
How do the international and EU versions of the Pro-TS differ?
The diagnostic feature set is identical. The EU version comes with 2 instead of 1 year of updates, is ADAS-capable (via an optional upgrade) and allows activation of the EU SGW package for secure-gateway vehicles, e.g. from VW, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Stellantis and Renault.
Do all four models cover the same vehicles?
Yes, all four support over 100 brands. Which functions are available on a specific vehicle always depends on the manufacturer, model, model year and control unit – if in doubt, we check compatibility in advance based on your vehicle data.
Conclusion
The MS906 family covers four clearly separated profiles, from all-rounder to complete TPMS package: Pro for the affordable entry, Max for heavy users who want a large display, Pro-TS for tire service on a small budget and Pro2-TS as the top model with both. Purchase on invoice is available via Klarna or PayPal.
For an overview of the entire Autel range, see our article Which Autel diagnostic tool is the best?. Not sure which model fits your workshop? Give us a call: 0711-3654 4645.