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Published: May 14, 2026 · Last updated: May 14, 2026

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Konwei KW 450
Konwei
Konwei KW 450
5.4/10
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VCDS clone
Ross Tech
VCDS clone
7.3/10
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Overview
Overall score 5.4/10 7.3/10
Price (approx.) ~$120 ~$30
Tool type Standalone device Standalone device
Vehicle coverage VAG (VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat), Bentley, Lambo, Bugatti VAG (VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat)
Languages
EnglishGermanSpanishRussianPolish
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Test scores (out of 10)
Diagnostics 5/10 8/10
Service functions 4/10 8/10
Coding n/a 7/10
Programming n/a 6/10
Ease of use 6/10 4/10
Value for money 5/10 8/10
Build quality 7/10 6/10
Capabilities
Bidirectional tests ✗ ✓
Coding support ✗ ✓
ECU programming ✗ ✓
Full system codes ✓ ✓
Full system live data ✓ ✓
Service functions (count) 8 n/a
Updates and cost
Free updates Lifetime Not included
Subscription Not required Not required
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Best value in the row  ·  ✓ full  ~ partial  ✗ no