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

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OBDeleven 2 nextgen
Nextgen
OBDeleven 2 nextgen
7.2/10
Check price on Official Store → Read my review
VCDS clone
Ross Tech
VCDS clone
7.3/10
Check price on AliExpress → Read my review
Overview
Overall score 7.2/10 7.3/10
Price (approx.) ~$80 ~$30
Tool type Standalone device Standalone device
Vehicle coverage VAG (VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat), BMW VAG (VW, Audi, Skoda, Seat)
Languages n/a n/a
Test scores (out of 10)
Diagnostics 8/10 8/10
Service functions 6/10 8/10
Coding 10/10 7/10
Programming 3/10 6/10
Ease of use 8/10 4/10
Value for money 7/10 8/10
Build quality 9/10 6/10
Capabilities
Bidirectional tests ✓ ✓
Coding support ✓ ✓
ECU programming ~ ✓
Full system codes ✓ ✓
Full system live data ✓ ✓
Service functions (count) n/a n/a
Updates and cost
Free updates Not included Not included
Subscription Required Not required
Where to buy Check price on Official Store → Check price on AliExpress →

Best value in the row  ·  ✓ full  ~ partial  ✗ no