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Snap-on APOLLO+ vs Twin Busch TW242E-230
The Snap-on APOLLO+ is a diagnostic scan tool. The Twin Busch TW242E-230 is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, basic line, single phase.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Snap-on APOLLO+ | Twin Busch TW242E-230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.21 kg (2.83 lb including battery) | 600 kg |
| Display | 10in TFT colour LCD touchscreen, 1024x600 | - |
| Operating system | Embedded SMX | - |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, USB, integrated scan module | - |
| Battery | removable rechargeable lithium-ion, 7.2V | - |
| Boot time | under 2 seconds | - |
| Dimensions | 308 x 175 x 40.3 mm | - |
| Storage | microSD card holds diagnostic software and data | - |
| Warranty | 1-3 years extended options | - |
| Lifting capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 1900 mm (1940 mm pad extended, 2040 mm with adapter) |
| Lift/lower time | - | approx. 45 / 30 seconds |
| Motor power | - | 2.2 kW |
| Supply | - | 230V single phase, 16A type C fuse |
| Width between posts | - | 2850 mm |
| Max vehicle width | - | 2574 mm |
Sources: Snap-on APOLLO+, Twin Busch TW242E-230. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the APOLLO+ if...
A larger 10 inch diagnostic scan tool with a fast under-2-second boot time and a 4-way keypad alongside the touchscreen. Software and data are held on a removable microSD card rather than fixed internal storage. Suits a garage wanting a bigger screen than the APOLLO-D9 for the same franchise-backed support.
Full APOLLO+ specifications →Buy or hire the TW242E-230 if...
A 4.2 tonne two-post lift built for a standard 230V single-phase supply, useful where 3-phase power is not available. It shares the same lifting capacity and height as the 400V Profi Line version, with telescopic support arms that lock automatically. Suits an independent garage adding a second bay without a 3-phase upgrade.
Full TW242E-230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Snap-on APOLLO+ and the Twin Busch TW242E-230?
The Snap-on APOLLO+ is a diagnostic scan tool; the Twin Busch TW242E-230 is a 4.2 tonne two-post vehicle lift, Basic Line, single phase.
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