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.