[justdiag]

same chinese cable with modified software, nothing more.

[evg_eni]

for sure original is good, but i have never heard of problems or damages caused by vcds clones. so apart from the support on the official site, I don't see any other advantage. I wonder how the Chinese still not published yet their hex-net.

[Bmw325x]

with mcu Atmega162 = HEX-USB+CAN (HEX-V1)

with mcu SMTF405 = HEX-V2


About HEX-V2:

This new, universal wired interface replaces previous HEX-USB+CAN interfaces.

Improvements over previous generation interfaces:

- Modern, 32-bit processor architecture with plenty of room for expansion.
- Much faster in most operations on modern, CAN-based cars.
- Does not need to be plugged into a car to load firmware updates.
- Tri-color status LEDs with greatly improved visibility from almost any angle.
- Improved OBD-II connector nose (small design changes plus improved plastic materials)
- Enumerates as an HID device, meaning no device-specific driver is required.
- Detachable USB cable, easily replaceable with a ubiquitous standard cable if it becomes damaged.

HEX-USB+CAN is old type interface (aka HEX-V1) and can have some limitations on new cars after 2018.
It may not be able to connect to some modules in new cars.

HEX-V2 supports all protocols.
It also allows the use of some additional features in the software.
Highly recommended for car model after 2018.

[Probleemkind]

Rosstech original is always the best way to go, if not in reach, a clone does the job aswell.

[Rickhunter81]

original one, don't waste your money on chinese ones