What’s the difference between Godiag GD101 J2534, VXDIAG VCX SE, and SVCI J2534 diagnostic tools? Check the details below.
In summary:
They are cheap j2534 passthru devices that work for many brands.
For diagnostic purposes and DIYers, godiag j2534 is a good start.
For programming, vxdiag vcx se is the best choice.
- Speed
VXDIAG VCX SE is the fastest.
- Stability
VXDIAG VCX SE is more stable than STIC j2534 when used as Ford/Mazda j2534 passthru device.
- Vehicle coverage
VCX SE supports most vehicle brands. STIC and Godiag Passthru Diagnostic Cable cannot support Benz and BMW, while VXDIAG can.
- VXDIAG software is always kept up-to-date. The VCX is compatible with Ford IDS V128 and without a change date. The SVCI with red housing only can make it work with the old loader and V125, you have to install it in date 05-05-2022 and make a batch file to change to that time so it works and doesn’t expire.
For more details, check the following comparison table.
| Product | Godiag J2534 | VXDIAG VCX SE | SVCI J2534 |
| Image |  |  |  |
| Software | Ford IDS/ Mazda IDS Toyota Techstream/ Honda HDS/ Forscan/ VAG ODIS/ Pcmflash/ ELMConfig, Forscan, ScanMaster/ Volvo VIDA/ GM GDS2 | Ford IDS/ Mazda IDS/ Toyota Techstream/ JLR SDD/ Honda HDS/ Subaru SSM3/SSM4/ Benz Xentry/ Volvo VIDA/ BMW ISTA/ VAG ODIS/ Pcmflash/ Forscan/ PCMHumer | Ford IDS/ Mazda IDS/ Toyota Techstream/ JLR SDD/ ScanMaster-ELM V2.4.12/ PCMSCAN V2.1/ ELMconfig/ Forscan/ FOCCCUS/ FF2 |
| Operating system | Windows 8/10/11, 32/64bit (Don’t work on Win7) | Windows 7/ 8/10/11, 32/64bit | Win7 64bit, Win 8, Win 10 |
| J2534 passthru | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Online Module Programming | No tested | Yes, need an online account, Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota, etc online programming tested ok | Yes, need an online account. Only Ford/Mazda online programming tested ok |
| License | No | Customize license | No |
| Firmware update | No | Update online | No |
| Software update | Update by Link | Update by link (except Benz and BMW thru HDD/SSD) | Update by Link |
| Ford trucks 12 V 1998-2006 with PWM protocol ( F series supported) | Unknown | Not working on some F series pre-2010 | Yes |