PC-based diagnostic tool comparison (VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda)

The following cables are compatible with most VW, Audi, Seat and Skoda vehicles with a 16-pin diagnostics socket. The cables, together with software downloads, provide access to all systems within a car (unlike the EOBD tools which are engine-only). PCs and laptops should be running Windows 98SE or newer.

Adaptors are available for some pre-1996 VW and Audi vehicles with a 4-pin (2x2) socket.

Please click on the links for detailed information on the products.

• High-spec VAG-COM compatible cable - includes Dual K-Line needed for some Audi models
• 16-pin connector (vehicle-end) and USB connector (PC-end)
• Download instructions for shareware version of VAG-COM 409.1

• VW, Audi, Seat or Skoda vehicle from approx. 1996-2002
• PC USB Port
  
  
  This cable is USB

VAG-COM
KEY Packages

Serial Port Version
£179.95

USB Port Version
£199.95

• Official Ross-Tech Dual K-Line cable providing access to the full capabilities of the latest VAG-COM Software version - an excellent tool for the Enthusiast
• 16-pin connector (vehicle-end) and a choice of 9-pin serial connector or USB connector (PC-end)
• Software download instructions and Ross-Tech Software Support Certificate

• VW, Audi, Seat or Skoda vehicle from approx. 1996-2002
• PC Serial (RS232) Port
  
  This is the serial connector cable
• PC USB Port
  
  This is the USB cable

• Official Ross-Tech CAN-only cable providing access to the full capabilities of the latest VAG-COM Software version - an excellent tool for the Enthusiast
• 16-pin connector (vehicle-end) and USB connector (PC-end)
• Software download instructions and Ross-Tech Software Support Certificate

• VW, Audi, Seat or Skoda vehicle using the CAN protocol (i.e. some models approx. 2003 on)
• Compatible only with cars based on Mk.5 Golf technology
• PC USB Port
  
  
  This cable is USB

VAG-COM
HEX Packages

Serial Port Version
£239.95

USB Port Version
£259.95

An excellent tool for the Enthusiast or Professional

• Official Ross-Tech Dual K-Line plus CAN cable providing access to the full capabilities of the latest VAG-COM Software version
• 16-pin connector (vehicle-end) and a choice of 9-pin serial connector or USB connector (PC-end)
• Software download instructions and Ross-Tech Software Support Certificate

• VW, Audi, Seat or Skoda vehicle from approx. 1996 -current date (2007+)
• PC Serial (RS232) Port
  
  This is the serial connector cable
• PC USB Port
  
  This is the USB cable