VXDIAG VCX SE Benz and Topdon Rlink X7: Which Diagnostic Tool is More Suitable?

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Item VXDIAG VCX SE Benz Topdon Rlink X7 Benz
Manufacturer VXDIAG Topdon
Driver VX Manager Rlink Platform
Device registration No Yes
CAN FD No Yes
DoIP Yes Yes
Connection USB Type C, WiFi, WLAN, DoNET USB Type C
Option license Yes, optional BMW, Porsche, Volvo, GM, Ford, Mazda, Honda, Toyota, Subaru, PSA, Renault, JLR, Nissan license Yes, optional BMW, Porsche, Volvo, GM, Ford, Mazda, Honda, Toyota, Subaru, JLR, Nissan license
Xentry Passthru Yes Yes
Xentry OpenShell Yes Yes
DAS Yes Yes
Vediamo Yes Yes
DTS Monaco Yes Yes
Offline coding Yes Yes
Vehicle coverage 2005-2023 Benz cars 2005-2023 Benz cars
Trucks Only part of trucks Only part of trucks
Benz W447 No Yes
J2534 Passthru Yes Yes
Current software 2024.03 2024.06
Firmware update Firmware update online Firmware update online
Software update Update by HDD/SSD Update by HDD/SSD

 

Connection Options:

  • VXDIAG VCX SE Benz supports WiFi, WLAN, and DoNET remote connection, making wireless operation convenient.
  • Topdon Rlink X7 only connects via USB, lacking wireless functionality.

Software Compatibility:

  • Rlink X7 features a more updated version of the Mercedes Xentry software and supports the Mercedes W447 model.
  • Both devices support XDOS in C6 mode and J2534 Passthru, but Rlink X7 can only work with XDOS Openshell.

Ease of Use:

  • VXDIAG VCX SE is easier to set up, especially with WiFi connectivity, and doesn't require any startup wait time.
  • Rlink X7 requires device registration before first use, making the process slightly more complex.

Usage Scenarios:

  • Both tools perform well with Mercedes cars but are not ideal for truck diagnostics.

Protocol Support:

  • VXDIAG VCX SE does not support the CAN FD protocol.
  • Rlink X7 supports CAN FD, making it a better choice if this protocol is required.

Conclusion: If you need wireless connectivity and easier setup, the VXDIAG VCX SE Benz is more suitable. However, if you require support for newer models and CAN FD protocol, the Rlink X7 would be the better option.