Head to head
Autel MaxiSys MS909 vs Twin Busch TW242PE
The Autel MaxiSys MS909 is a diagnostic scan tool. The Twin Busch TW242PE is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, profi line, 3-phase.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Autel MaxiSys MS909 | Twin Busch TW242PE | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.66 kg | 650 kg |
| Display | 9.7in TFT-LCD capacitive touchscreen, 1536x2048 | - |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895V, octa-core | - |
| RAM / storage | 4 GB / 128 GB | - |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB, HDMI, SD card up to 256GB | - |
| Battery | 15,000 mAh lithium-polymer, approx. 8 hours | - |
| Dimensions | 304.4 x 227.8 x 42.5 mm | - |
| Lifting capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 1900 mm (1960 mm pad extended, 2060 mm with adapter) |
| Lift/lower time | - | approx. 45 / 30 seconds |
| Motor power | - | 2.2 kW |
| Supply | - | 400V 3-phase, 16A type C fuse |
| Width between posts | - | 2850 mm |
| Max vehicle width | - | 2574 mm |
Sources: Autel MaxiSys MS909, Twin Busch TW242PE. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the MaxiSys MS909 if...
A higher-spec diagnostic tablet with a larger 9.7 inch screen and more onboard storage than the MS906 BT, aimed at garages wanting a faster, more capable multi-make scan tool. Its octa-core processor and 4GB of RAM suit running heavier diagnostic and coding functions. Now discontinued as a current model, superseded by the MS909 S2, but still in use in UK garages.
Full MaxiSys MS909 specifications →Buy or hire the TW242PE if...
A 4.2 tonne two-post lift on a 400V 3-phase supply, sized for cars and light vans up to about 2.57 metres wide. It raises to 1900mm in around 45 seconds, with height-adjustable dual-stage turntables and automatic safety locking. Suits a garage bay already wired for 3-phase power.
Full TW242PE specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Autel MaxiSys MS909 and the Twin Busch TW242PE?
The Autel MaxiSys MS909 is a diagnostic scan tool; the Twin Busch TW242PE is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, Profi Line, 3-phase.
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