hello, I have been researching new scan tools for a while, I have tried about 5 different scan tools and I really like the speed, coverage and user interface of the maxisys. I would like to expand the programming capabilities of the shop (currently use tech 2 only) which is what originally brought the maxisys 908p to my attention. My tool guy however did not have the 908p to try however so I was stuck with testing the 905 (which I loved) however a lot of my programming/coding questions went un-answered. as im sure some of these questions have been beat to death. there are some specific questions I cannot find the answers for. I am trying to decide on weather to get the 905 and get the drewtech jbox for programming (best of both worlds, small size in maxisys and great jbox) or just get the whole package in the 908p.

questions:

1. is the 908p all encompassed into the unit as it leads u to believe? if im gonna have to connect to the computer, I might as well just get the drew box and their support.

2. is there anything the 908p can do that the 905 cannot minus programming? for instance. coding? can u really say code a trailer module from off to on ? on a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee say? through the scanner?

3. I see a lot of complaints that say the programming capabilities (through the scanner) are very mis-leading. can u elaborate? if the programming/coding button is pretty much useless, and im gonna have to use a computer anyway... I would prefer to go with drewtech and the mini.

I guess what really made me like the maxisys pro is that it was all encompassed in one unit. so if the only benefit is that u get a jbox along with the scanner, id rather buy the smaller version (905) and buy a different jbox..

thanks for all ur input. any examples or reccomendations would be GREATLY appreciated.

Tags: maxisys , PRO , mini