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Snap-on APOLLO+ vs Twin Busch TW242PE
The Snap-on APOLLO+ 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
| Snap-on APOLLO+ | Twin Busch TW242PE | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.21 kg (2.83 lb including battery) | 650 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 (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: Snap-on APOLLO+, Twin Busch TW242PE. 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 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 Snap-on APOLLO+ and the Twin Busch TW242PE?
The Snap-on APOLLO+ 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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