Comparison Guide

MaxxECU model comparison

A practical comparison guide to help you choose the right MaxxECU for your engine, wiring and control requirements.

Model Notes

MaxxECU model notes

Quick notes to help you choose the right MaxxECU for your build.

Mini ECU
Compact ECU

Mini

Compact and cost-effective for simpler standalone installations, classic EFI conversions and builds with modest I/O requirements.

  • 4 sequential cylinders / 8 wasted spark
  • 400kPa built-in MAP sensor
  • CAN bus, 8MB memory, 1000Hz logging
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Street ECU
Road & fast-road

Street

A strong road car option with built-in wideband support and more flexibility than a basic compact ECU.

  • 6 sequential cylinders / 12 wasted spark
  • 400kPa MAP and built-in Bosch LSU 4.9/4.2 wideband support
  • 2 trigger/pulse inputs
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Sport ECU
Flexible control

Sport

Suited to more involved road and track builds that need Bluetooth, additional analog inputs and electronic throttle control.

  • 6 sequential cylinders / 12 wasted spark
  • 400kPa MAP and built-in Bosch LSU 4.9/4.2 wideband support
  • Bluetooth to tablet/phone
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Race ECU
Popular motorsport ECU

Race

A popular choice for serious boosted, track and race builds needing more outputs, knock support, EGT support and motorsport strategies.

  • 8 sequential cylinders
  • 8 built-in EGT channels and dual knock support
  • 2 Molex CMC connectors, waterprotected case
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Race H2O ECU
Race hardware variant

Race H2O

Race-level capability with waterprotected hardware for builds where environmental protection matters.

  • 8 sequential cylinders
  • 400kPa MAP, dual knock support and built-in wideband support
  • 8 built-in EGT channels
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Gen2 Race ECU
Next-gen logging

Gen2 Race

High-end next-generation hardware with IP68 protection, USB-C, WiFi, 16GB memory and very large channel logging capability.

  • 12 sequential / 16 wasted spark cylinders
  • 550kPa MAP, accelerometer and WiFi
  • 16GB internal memory, all channels 1600+ logging
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Pro ECU
Maximum I/O

Pro

For complex, high-control builds that need extensive inputs, outputs, CAN integration and advanced strategies.

  • 12 sequential / 16 wasted spark cylinders
  • Dual wideband support, accelerometer, 12 built-in EGT
  • 4 Molex CMC connectors, 16 extra 0–5V inputs
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Gen2 Track ECU

Gen2 Track

The next generation of the original Race ECU. With increased I/O. Specialised for V8 applications with dual DBW, Lambda Sensors & Knock Control.

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    Kit options

    What do the MaxxECU kit options mean?

    Use this as a quick guide before choosing the final variation on the product page.

    Unit Only

    The ECU by itself. Best when you already have connectors, wiring parts, sensors and lambda hardware covered.

    Standard

    GEN1 ECU package with the first connector part of the harness and some additional accessories. This does not add a lambda sensor.

    Premium LSU 4.2

    GEN1 premium package with the harness parts/accessories and a Bosch LSU 4.2 lambda sensor.

    Premium LSU 4.9

    GEN1 premium package with the harness parts/accessories and a Bosch LSU 4.9 lambda sensor.

    Connector Kit

    GEN2 package replacing the old Standard kit. It comes with connectors only and does not include lambda sensors.

    Premium LSU 5.2 / Dual Premium LSU 5.2

    GEN2 Race premium package option with one or two LSU 5.2 lambda sensors. GEN2 does not use the 4.2 or 4.9 kit options.

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    Engine support
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    Sequential cylinders (max)466881212
    Wasted spark cylinders (max)8121212121616
    Built-in sensors
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    MAP sensor400kPa400kPa400kPa400kPa400kPa550kPa400kPa
    Accelerometer✕✕✕✕✕✓✓
    Wideband Lambda (Bosch LSU)✕✓ 4.9/4.2✓ 4.9/4.2✓ 4.9/4.2✓ 4.9/4.2✓ 5.2/4.9/4.2 Dual✓ 4.9/4.2 Dual
    Built-in Exhaust Gas Temperature✕✕✕88812
    Built-in knock sensor support✕✕✕✓ (dual)✓ (dual)✓ (dual)✓ (dual)***
    Connectivity
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    CAN bus✓✓✓✓✓✓ (dual)✓ (dual)
    Built-in Bluetooth to tablet/phone✕✕✓✓✓✓✓
    WIFI✕✕✕✕✕✓ **✕
    USB Interface Speed12 Mbit12 Mbit12 Mbit12 Mbit12 Mbit480 + 12 Mbit12 Mbit
    USB PortType-BType-BType-BType-BType-BUSB-C (dual)Type-B
    Logging & Memory
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    Internal Memory Size8 MB8 MB8 MB8 MB8 MB16 GB8 MB
    Max internal log speed1000 Hz1000 Hz1000 Hz1000 Hz1000 Hz1000 Hz1000 Hz
    Max Logged Channels170170170170170ALL (1600+)170
    Physical & Protection
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    Waterprotected✓✕✕✓✓✓ IP68✓
    Molex CMC Connector11122✕4
    Superseal 1.0 Connector✕✕✕✕✕4✕
    Inputs
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    Trigger/Pulse (VR/Hall)1222282
    Dedicated Engine Inputs (TPS, IAT, CLT)✓✓✓✓✓✕✓
    Extra analog inputs (temperature)✕2222✕6
    Extra analog inputs (0–5V)22666✕16
    Extra digital/VR inputs✕✕✕44✕4
    Extra digital inputs222✕✕✕6
    Analog inputs (with selectable pullups)✕✕✕✕✕24✕
    Outputs
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    Injector outputs4 saturated6 saturated6 high/low8 high/low8 high/low16 high/low16 high/low
    Ignition outputs (5V/12V)46688✕12
    IGN / GP outputs (selectable +5V/12V/GND)✕✕✕✕✕12✕
    Extra outputs (GND)45799818
    Extra outputs (+12V)✕✕✕2x2A2x2A4x5A8x4A
    E-Throttle/motor outputs (H-bridge)✕✕24444
    E-Throttle/motor outputs ratings✕✕3A, max 5A3A, max 5A3A, max 5A8A, max 15A3A, max 5A
    Software Features
    FeatureMiniStreetSportRaceRace H2OGen2 RaceProGen2 Track
    Launch control✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    Anti-lag/shift-cut/throttle blip✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    Traction control✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    VVTi/VANOS/VarioCAM support✓ *✓ *✓ *✓✓✓✓
    Flex fuel✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    Auto transmission support✓ *✓ *✓ *✓✓✓✓
    Advanced CAN transmission control✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    Sequential gearbox control✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    NOS (multiple stages)✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    Boost control (multiple stages)✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
    Pneumatic dragrace boost control✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
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