Which Autel ADAS System Is Right for Your Shop
Which Autel ADAS System Is Right for Your Shop
Picking the right Autel ADAS calibration system depends on three things, how you work today, where you work, and how much of the calibration and alignment workflow you want to keep in-house. This page is a side-by-side guide to help you pick.
Why This Guide Exists
The MA600, IA700, IA900, and IA1000 are all built to calibrate ADAS systems, but each is shaped for a different kind of shop. Mobile calibrator, multi-bay collision center, dealership expanding into ADAS, high-volume alignment shop, each has a different right answer.
This guide walks through each system, calls out the workflow tradeoffs, and gives you a decision framework. If you would rather watch, we recorded a full walkthrough series covering each system.
▶ Watch the full Autel ADAS Systems Explained video series
Quick Comparison
Four systems, four different shops| System | Best for | ADAS Calibration | Wheel Alignment | Portability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA600 | Mobile calibration businesses | Yes, All Systems | No | Highly mobile, smallest footprint |
| IA700 | Multi-bay or multi-location shops | Yes, All Systems | Pre alignment check | Modular, breaks into 5 pieces |
| IA900 | Collision and full-service shops | Yes, All Systems | Yes, full 4-wheel | Fixed shop, casters for bay-to-bay |
| IA1000 | High-volume alignment shops | Yes, All Systems | Yes, full 4-wheel | Fixed shop, casters for bay-to-bay |
MA600, For Mobile Calibration Businesses
Mobile-firstAutel's mobile-first ADAS calibration frame. Built for techs who travel between body shops, dealerships, or fleet yards and need to set up a calibration bay anywhere with enough floor space.
What it does well
- Smallest footprint of any Autel ADAS frame
- All Systems target package coverage (LDW, AVM, ACC, BSD, LIDAR, NVS, RCW)
- Fastest setup and breakdown for on-site work
- Cleanest fit for mobile service business models
Where it falls short
- No wheel alignment capability
- Not designed for high-volume fixed-bay workflows
Best fit for
- Mobile calibration businesses that travel to customers
- Auto glass shops adding calibration as an add-on service
- Shops launching ADAS calibration without committing to a fixed bay
▶ Watch the MA600 walkthrough
IA700, For Shops That Need to Move
Modular, portableThe most modular and portable of the four systems. Breaks down into 5 pieces so it is easier to store, move around the shop, or bring to different locations.
What it does well
- Smaller footprint than IA900 or IA1000, easier to store
- All Systems target package coverage (LDW, AVM, ACC, BSD, LIDAR, NVS, RCW)
- Wheel alignment pre-check feature, verify alignment without a lift
- Modular design supports movement between bays or locations
Where it falls short
- Pre-check only, no full four-wheel alignment workflow
- Not the fastest for the highest-volume calibration schedules
Best fit for
- Multi-bay shops that want to move the system between bays
- Multi-location operators sharing one system across sites
- Shops with limited floor space that still want All Systems coverage
▶ Watch the IA700 walkthrough
IA900, For Full-Service Shops Doing Both
Best middle groundADAS calibration plus full four-wheel alignment in one system. The best middle ground for most shops. In our opinion, usually the best value if you want a serious in-house ADAS setup without going all the way to the highest-end system.
What it does well
- Full four-wheel alignment plus ADAS calibration in one platform
- All Systems target package coverage
- Pre and post scans built into every job
- Price point comparable to a traditional alignment machine
- Strong value for full-service shops consolidating workflows
Where it falls short
- Requires a fixed bay setup, not portable
- Larger footprint than MA600 or IA700
Best fit for
- Collision centers with no existing alignment capability
- Full-service shops consolidating alignment and ADAS onto one platform
- Dealerships adding ADAS calibration in-house
▶ Watch the IA900 walkthrough
IA1000, The Premium Workflow-Efficiency Option
Automated, high-volumeThe premium workflow-efficiency option. Biggest advantages are automation, repeatability, and ease of training. Lower learning curve, faster setup, less technician error. Available in multiple configurations including All Systems with physical or digital targets.
What it does well
- Automated setup reduces technician error and training time
- Full four-wheel alignment plus ADAS calibration
- All Systems target package coverage, physical or digital target options
- Repeatable workflow for high-volume shops
- Lower learning curve to onboard new technicians
Where it falls short
- Highest price of the four systems
- Fixed bay setup, not portable
Best fit for
- High-volume alignment and calibration shops
- Multi-tech operations where onboarding speed matters
- Shops prioritizing throughput and repeatability
▶ Watch the IA1000 walkthrough
Pick by Shop Type
Match system to use caseMobile Calibration Business
MA600 with a compatible tablet. Smallest footprint, fastest setup, no alignment.
Auto Glass Shop Expanding Into Calibration
Collision Center With No Alignment Capability Today
IA900. ADAS and alignment in one investment.
Collision Center That Already Has an Alignment Machine
IA700 if you want portability. IA900 if you want to consolidate to one platform.
High-Volume Alignment Shop
IA1000 for automated alignment workflow alongside ADAS calibration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from the phonesDo all four systems calibrate the same vehicles?
All four cover the major ADAS systems (LDW, AVM, ACC, BSD, LIDAR, NVS, RCW) when paired with the All Systems target package and a compatible Autel tablet. Vehicle and model-year coverage is driven by tablet software, not by the frame.
Which systems include wheel alignment?
The IA900 and IA1000 include full wheel alignment. The IA700 includes a wheel alignment pre-check feature but not a complete alignment workflow. The MA600 does not include wheel alignment.
Do I need to buy a separate tablet?
Some packages include the tablet (typically MaxiSYS MS909S2 or MaxiSYS Ultra S2) and some do not. The no-tablet versions are for shops that already own a compatible Autel tablet such as the MS909, MS919, MS Ultra, MS909S2, or Ultra S2.
How much bay space do I need?
All four systems are designed to operate in a minimal amount of space. The MA600 has the smallest footprint for mobile setups. The IA700 is modular and works in flexible layouts. The IA900 and IA1000 work in a standard fixed bay.
Can I move between systems later?
Yes. Many of the target sets and accessories are shared across systems, so a shop that starts with the MA600 and grows into an IA700 or IA900 keeps using familiar components.