A long-serving scanner can become the reference point for every replacement. In this video, Jose Manuel puts his nearly ten-year-old iCarsoft CR Plus beside two current tools: the iCarsoft CR Max P for cars and the iCarsoft MT Pro Mini for motorcycles. He opens both cases, lays out the cables and explains what he plans to test later.
Watch the CR Max P and MT Pro Mini unboxing
The Spanish-language video runs for about 8 minutes and 49 seconds. It begins with the older CR Plus, introduces the two loaned scanners, and then gives each new kit a quick physical inspection.
An announcement and quick unboxing, not a road test
The presenter sets expectations early. Real vehicle testing will come in later videos. Here, the useful evidence is physical: device size, case layout, included cable types and the difference between a car scanner and a motorcycle kit.
That distinction matters because an unboxing can answer practical ownership questions, such as how much room a case takes up or whether an adapter set is organized. It cannot prove that a scanner will communicate with every module on a specific vehicle. The presenter does not connect either tool to a car or motorcycle in this video.
The CR Plus supplies nearly a decade of context
Jose Manuel opens with the iCarsoft CR Plus he has used for close to ten years. That older handheld tool is not presented as a direct technical match for the new products. It is the owner's reference: a familiar device that has stayed in service long enough to make screen size, cable arrangement and wireless operation easy to judge.
CR Max P is visibly much larger than the CR Plus. It belongs to the tablet class, with room for vehicle reports, topology-style system views and broader diagnostic menus. MT Pro Mini moves in the opposite direction. It keeps the screen and control interface compact because its case must also carry the physical adapters required by many motorcycles.
Two vehicle categories, two different jobs
The products share the iCarsoft interface family, but they are not intended to compete for the same diagnostic port.
- CR Max P: a full-size tablet for supported cars and light trucks, with a wireless vehicle communication interface.
- MT Pro Mini: a smaller scanner for supported motorcycles and powersports vehicles, with a main cable and a set of brand-specific adapters.
A car workshop that never services motorcycles would gain little from carrying motorcycle connector adapters. A motorcycle technician, however, may need several of them before the first diagnostic session begins. The unboxing makes that difference clearer than a list of software features.
CR Max P: a tablet, wireless VCI and a roomy case
The CR Max P case opens at about 4:29. The tablet occupies most of one side, with printed material and the accessory area arranged around it. When Jose Manuel holds it beside the CR Plus, the jump in display and body size is obvious.
The current U.S. listing describes a 10-inch Android touchscreen and support for 58 vehicle makes. It also lists full-system diagnostics, 50 service functions, bidirectional control, CAN-FD, DoIP and lifetime free Wi-Fi updates. Those are product specifications, not functions demonstrated in this eight-minute video.
The presenter removes the printed manual, then shows the cable section and charger. Near the end of the video, he places the wireless OBD-II VCI with the new tools. Keeping the VCI separate from the tablet reduces the cable running from the driver's footwell to the technician's hands, although wireless range and stability are not tested here.
MT Pro Mini: compact hardware with a larger cable story
The MT Pro Mini comes in its own semi-rigid case. The scanner body is much smaller than CR Max P, and the current product listing specifies a 5-inch capacitive Android touchscreen. Its case space is shared with the main diagnostic lead and motorcycle adapter set.
According to the current iCarsoft U.S. page, MT Pro Mini covers 21 motorcycle brands, includes five service functions and supports bidirectional control where the vehicle software allows it. The listing also specifies lifetime free Wi-Fi updates and 16 adapter cables.
Why motorcycle diagnostics need so many adapters
Modern cars sold in the United States normally provide a standardized 16-pin OBD-II connector. Motorcycles have a less uniform connector history. Brand, platform and model year can change the shape, pin count and power arrangement at the diagnostic plug.
Jose Manuel points out adapters for several motorcycle families, including BMW, Suzuki, Kawasaki and Triumph. The labels help with selection, but the badge on the cable is only the starting point. Before connecting, verify the adapter against the motorcycle's service information and the tool's coverage list.
A complete-looking cable set does not make every model compatible. The software must support the vehicle and ECU, and the adapter must match the diagnostic connector. Forcing a similar-looking plug or assuming a pinout can damage the tool or motorcycle electronics.
Current CR Max P vs. MT Pro Mini specifications
The table below combines current U.S. product-page information with the hardware shown in the video. Prices and availability were checked on July 16, 2026. Both products were listed as backordered at that time.
| Feature | iCarsoft CR Max P | iCarsoft MT Pro Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Primary vehicle type | Supported cars and light trucks | Supported motorcycles |
| Display | 10-inch Android touchscreen | 5-inch capacitive Android touchscreen |
| Listed U.S. price | $599.99 | $369.99 |
| Vehicle connection | Wireless VCI shown with the kit | Wired main cable with brand-specific adapters |
| Listed brand coverage | 58 car makes | 21 motorcycle brands |
| Listed service functions | 50 | 5 |
| Bidirectional control | Listed; commands vary by vehicle and ECU | Listed; commands vary by motorcycle and ECU |
| Protocol hardware | CAN-FD and DoIP listed | Motorcycle main cable plus 16 listed adapters |
| Software updates | Lifetime free Wi-Fi updates listed | Lifetime free Wi-Fi updates listed |
| Status when checked | Backordered | Backordered |
The numbers describe range, not guaranteed access. A listing of 58 makes or 21 brands does not mean identical functions across every year and model. Service and active-test menus can change between engines, control units, markets and software versions.
What this video does not establish
The unboxing gives buyers a credible view of the hardware. It leaves the diagnostic questions open. No vehicle is connected, and the video does not show:
- Automatic or manual vehicle identification
- A complete control-unit scan or scan time
- Diagnostic trouble codes being read, saved or cleared
- Live data, graphing or session playback
- A service reset, coding procedure or adaptation
- A bidirectional command on a car or motorcycle
- Wireless range or communication recovery
That is not a flaw in the video. It is the announced scope. The creator plans practical testing later, and his promise to discuss weaknesses will be more meaningful once each tool is connected to representative vehicles.
Which scanner fits which owner?
Choose CR Max P if your work centers on several car makes and you want a larger tablet, wireless VCI, broad service menus and support for newer protocols. Confirm the exact functions required for each vehicle before purchase.
Choose MT Pro Mini if motorcycles are the main job and portability matters. Its adapter set addresses the physical connector problem that a generic car scanner cannot solve. Confirm both the software coverage and cable for each bike.
A mixed workshop may need both. The tools overlap in diagnostic concepts, but not in vehicle category or connector hardware. Buying one as a substitute for the other would miss the central point of this unboxing.
Bottom line: The video makes a strong physical introduction to the two kits while leaving performance claims for future tests. That is the right way to read it.
iCarsoft CR Max P
Check current pricing, availability, included hardware and vehicle coverage for the 10-inch car diagnostic tablet.
View CR Max PiCarsoft MT Pro Mini
Check current pricing, availability, included adapters and motorcycle coverage for the compact 5-inch scanner.
View MT Pro MiniFrequently asked questions
Is this video a performance comparison between the CR Max P and MT Pro Mini?
No. It is an announcement and quick unboxing. The presenter shows the devices, cases, cables and adapters, but does not run either scanner on a vehicle.
What is the main difference between CR Max P and MT Pro Mini?
CR Max P is a full-size car and light-truck diagnostic tablet. MT Pro Mini is a compact scanner built for supported motorcycles. They serve different vehicle categories rather than competing for the same job.
Does MT Pro Mini include motorcycle adapter cables?
Yes. The current U.S. product listing specifies 16 adapter cables, and the video shows the labeled adapters in the case. The cable needed depends on the motorcycle brand, model, year and diagnostic connector.
Do both scanners support bidirectional tests?
Both current product listings include bidirectional control. The available commands vary by vehicle, model year, control module and software coverage, and no active test is demonstrated in this unboxing video.
Do CR Max P and MT Pro Mini include lifetime updates?
The current iCarsoft U.S. listings state lifetime free Wi-Fi updates for both products. Check the live product pages for the latest policy and included software.
Which scanner should a mixed car and motorcycle workshop buy?
A shop that services both categories may need both tools because the vehicle coverage and physical connectors are different. Check the exact makes, models, years, systems and functions required before ordering.
Video source: El garaje de Jose Manuel H, "Ya tengo los nuevos ESCANER iCarsoft CR MAX P y MT Pro Mini: muy pronto, pruebas reales en el canal," uploaded July 15, 2026. Product specifications, prices and availability were checked against the iCarsoft U.S. listings on July 16, 2026. Vehicle and function coverage varies by make, model, year, ECU and software version.
