AutoHEX II vs AVDI vs Zed Full vs AD100


This is for someone looking for a decent BMW key programming tool for CAS1/2/3/3+/4/4+, FEM, BDC, when there is a spare key or all keys are lost.

 

BMW key programming tool Microtronik AutoHEX II Abrites AVDI Xhorse VVDI2 Zed Full AD100
           
CAS1/2/3/3+ read & write ISN thru OBD Yes Yes Yes    
CAS1/2/3/3+ key programming thru OBD (all keys lost or a spare key available) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
CAS3+ key programming via OBD (with a spare key) Yes Yes Yes Yes  
CAS3+ key programming via OBD (all keys lost) Yes Yes      
CAS4/CAS4+ spare key programming Yes Yes Yes    
CAS4/CAS4+ key programming with all keys lost Yes Yes      
All E and F series key programming Yes Yes Yes    
ECU swapping (new or donor) Yes Yes      
Individual programming for any ECU in E/F series Yes Yes      
Fault codes read and clear Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Control units activation, reset, adaptation Yes Yes      
Ethernet protocol (DoIP) Yes Yes      
FEM and BDC security unlock Yes Yes      
FEM and BDC security unlock on bench Yes        
ISN reading from EGS Yes Yes      
On-bench functions (reading fault/key programming/isn manager) Yes        
ISN read/write for Tricore ECUs in circuit Yes        
Staple WIFI, detect disconnection of USB instantly Yes        

 

Conclusion:

Original Autohex II is the best solution for those who are looking for a device that can programme BMW keys in E and F Series. This tool is equipped to learn keys, enabling users to read, write, block, unblock, save and delete any key in CAS. Autohex II is an advanced tool for encrypted CAS, CAS3+ and CAS4+ allowing users to add new keys with or without a working key.

The HW 4 hardware for Autohex II from Microtronik will go to a higher level of vehicle diagnostic and electronic component management in BMW models. The more stable and durable new hardware can do a wide variety of operations up to the latest models.