PCMTuner vs CG FC200

 

Question: Pcmtuner or CG FC-200? Which one is better? Having to choose between pcm tuner and fc200, what would you recommend?

Obd2tool.com here gathers customer feedback and facts.

 

First of all, check a table comparison:

Item PCMtuner
PCMTuner		 CG FC200
CGDI FC200
Software Language English and Chinese English, French, Spanish, Polish, Turkish, Chinese
Dongle USB Smart Dongle No
Offline/online Work offline, VR need online. It should work online and with 12v power supply.
ECU Search Search ecu by  ecu number, car brand Search ecu by bosch ecu number, car brand
Operation mode Bench, boot and OBD mode bench, boot and OBD mode
ECU types Bosch, magneti marelli, continental or siemens Bosch
Virtual reading online access to VR files No
Wiring diagram Check wiring in PCMTuner, online update wiring diagram Device shows you wiring diagram
Tuner account for dpf, egr, adblue off and remap Yes No
Read BMW ISN No Yes, read ISN, change ISN and change VIN
Checksum Yes can calculate checksum online as long as the subscription is active
Activation Yes, provide S/N to activate and register with email Yes, provide S/N to activate
License 67 modules in 1 Full license
Option solderless adapter No Yes, FC200 Optional adapter: No Need Disassembly Adapter for 6HP 8HP MSV90 N55 N20 B48 B58 B38 etc
Update & Subscription PCMTuner free update online, No subscription, No annual fee, no monthly fee.PCM-Flash update by new dongle 1 Year Free update, subscription is $125/ year
ECU list PCMTuner ECU List FC200 ECU List
Price US$499 US$638

Summary:
* FC200 has more protocol
* FC200 can only do checksum fix online, checksum won’t work if the subscription expires.
* FC-200 works only on Bosch ECUs, So for Magneti Marelli, Continetial or siemens pcmtuner is better
* If you want to used for dpf,egr, adblue off and remap, PCMTuner is better
* FC200 only some BMW ECU can be done via OBD
* PCMTuner v1.21 cannot do BMW ECUs (EDC17xx etc)

In conclusion, depends on what is the main purpose of your buy. FC-200 could be useful for BMW ISN from Ecu or maybe for some Ecu cloning, but only some of them because most of MEDC17 needs adaption of OTP and password or immo transfer for successful cloning. If the main purpose is Chip tuning, PCMTuner is a better buy because it can calculate checksums and it is cheaper.

评论

发表评论

此博客中的热门博文

How to Read and Write ECU Safely thru OBD with KESS ECU Programmer?

图片
KESS V2 V5.017 Introduction: Kess V2 V5.017 can read and write ECU via OBD2 port directly, no need to disassemble the ECU from the car. The problem with some ECU’s, is that you can’t read them over OBD (except on some original/high priced tools) and for that reason you may need KTAG to read a full BDM, unlock TPROT (if it’s available), write the modifications back with KTAG and then you can use KESS over OBD to read/write.   Here’s the  step ： STEP 1:  Plug KESS into car’s OBD-II port   STEP 2:  Plug KESS into laptop’s USB port   STEP 3: Launch KESS software   STEP 4: Read/Write data to vehicles EEPROM ECU chip   What’s more, tuning/remapping is completely safe because you can backup and restore original ECU data back to car in 1-click. MPPS is a very good tool and has Tricore support, but you need to open the ECU first as with KTAG .   Example: read ECU in my 2011 VW Scirocco with MPPS v18 If you don’t feel comfortable to open an ECU and connect with pogo pins using KTAG/MPPS, you c
阅读全文

Instruction about Reading and Writing on Volvo GPT vehicles with KTAG ECU Programmer.

图片
  This is a Ktag help file used for Volvo Bosch EDC17 on GPT vehicles.   To use this protocol of communication you have to remove and open the ECU. It is a risky operation, to be done with great care and caution to avoid damaging the ECU beyond repair.   After opening the ECU and before proceeding with reading and/or programming, you are strongly advised to reconnect the unit to the vehicle and start the engine, to make sure it still works.   To use this protocol you also need to connect to the ECU connector through a cable, and solder one or more wires to the programming pads.   Incorrect or poorly made connections and solderings may damage the ECU, often beyond repair.   Under no circumstances we shall be liable for any damage caused to the ECU during the opening, due to connections and soldering that do not comply with the instructions provided in this manual.   BY USING THIS PROTOCOL, YOU CONFIRM YOUR FULL AND UNCONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE OF THIS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, YOU RELIEVE US F
阅读全文

Is Possible Clone MD1CS006 Renault with Hexprog

图片
Is it possible clone md1cs006 Renault with Microtronik HexTag Programmer ? Yes its supported for read and write. Please check the supported list from below table: Moreover, Microtronik HexTag can read and write more ECU including: Abarth , Alfa Romeo, Alpina, Aston Martin, Audi, Baic, Bentley, BMW, Buick, Chery, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroen, Cupra, Dacia, Daewoo, Dodge, Dongfeng, Donkervoort, Effedi, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, Geely, Holden, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzi, Jaguar,Jeep, JMC, Kia, Lamborghini, Lancia, Landrover, Lincoln, Maserati, Mazda, McLaren, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Rolls Royce, Saab, Saic, Saturn, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Vauxhall, VW, Volvo etc. Please view Microtronik HexTag ECU tuning list from the below link: http://forobd2tool.com/wp-content/download/Microtronik-HexTag-ECU-tuning-list.pdf
阅读全文