Introduction:
In the ever-evolving world of automotive technology, owning a reliable diagnostic tool has become crucial for both car enthusiasts and professionals. When it comes to BMW vehicles, having access to the right diagnostic tool can save time, money, and provide peace of mind. In this article, we will explore the best BMW diagnostic tools for 2023, highlighting their features and benefits.
1. BMW ISTA+ (Integrated Service Technical Application Plus):
Regarded as one of the most comprehensive diagnostic tools for BMW vehicles, ISTA+ provides an extensive range of diagnostic functions. This tool allows users to perform advanced diagnostics, coding, programming, and module initialization. With regular updates, ISTA+ stays up-to-date with the latest BMW models and software, ensuring accurate diagnostics and efficient troubleshooting.
Software Version : V2024.03
ISTA – D: 4.46.14 with SDP Programming Database 4.46.11
ISTA – P: 3.71.0.200 with Engineer Programming，supports the programming of BMW motorcycles and electric vehicles can program F/G/I/K chassis for car (through the ICOM, not other cable )
Vin: V2024.02.13
BMW ETK: 2020.01
BMW KSD: 2019.12 Multilanguage
BMW FSC Navigation Code Generator
BMWAiCoder for BMW Coding
INPA 5.06, winkfp 5.3.1, NCS 3.5.1, e-sys 3.35.3, E-sys PLUS 3.81,data V71.0
Chinese software DR.GINI B022
Get count code navigation tool software FSC operator code
Get one-clik hidden brush tool BMWAi V4.6
Add DIS Software for Old cars, DISV57 and DISV44,diagnosis and programming for BMW virtual machines
Support Vehicles: For BMW Cars,For BMW Motorcycle,For Rolls-Royce, For Mini Cooper
ISTA-D Language: Czech, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Sweden, Thai, Turkish
ISTA-P Language: English, Chinese, Czech, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
The hard drive comes with MB STAR C6 DoIP,BMW ICOM, GM Tech2Win and GM GDS2 ,Ford IDS,Mazda IDS,Toyota TIS, Honda HDS,VW ODIS,JLR SDD and Pathfinder（option),Subaru SSM3,Volvo VIDA,Porsche Piwis2 Original Software.
Software version:
1.Toyota TIS V18.00.008
For Toyota,support year 2000-2023
2.Honda HDS HDS V3.105.12
For Honda,support year 2005-2023
3.FORD/ MAZDA IDS V129
Ford,support year 2005-2023
(some F series models which car year is before 2010 cannot work for Ford IDS and some model need to work with FDRS
please contact seller if you are not sure the device can work for your model or not.thanks)
For Mazda support year 2005-2021
4.GM MDI2 V2023.07
For GM,support year 2000-2023
5.VOLVO Vida V2014D
6.JLR SDD and Pathfinder V164 and V374
JLR SDD,support year 2007-2017
JLRPathfinder,support year 2016-2022
7.VW ODIS V11
For VW AUDI,support year 2001-2022
8.Benz Star C6 V2023.06
For Mercedes Benz,support year 2005-2023
9.BMW ICOM V2023.12 ISTA-D V4.44.30, Programming: ISTA-P V3.71.0.200
For BMW,support year 2004-2022
10.PORSCHE PIWIS 2 V18.1000
For Porsche 2,support year 2005-2017
11. SUBARU SSMIII V2022.01, SSM3 V1.57.71.8, SSM4 V22.60
For Subaru,support year 2005-2021
3. Super BMW ICOM PRO N3+ Full Configuration Supports DoIP J2534 Compatible with BMW ICOM Software
The Super BMW ICOM Pro N3+ is developed on the basis of BMW’s special inspection devices ICOM A1, A2, A3, and N3. On the basis of inheriting the advantages of these products, N3+ optimizes and upgrades them. It is 100% compatible with the original BM-W special inspection software without any software changes, and J2534 and DOIP are added on the basis of the special inspection.
The N3+ is the same as the N3, with one code for one machine, and the wireless is bonded with the machine code, which is convenient for customer service and product tracking.
Super ICOM PRO N3+ Highlights:
Supports WiFi and USB connection.
Firmware update online
Replace ICOM Next and ENET cable. Fully compatible BMW ICOM ISTA-D, ISTA-P, INPA, WinKFP, E-sys etc engineering software
With OBDII to 20-PIN cable for old BM-W and 10-PIN cable for BM-W motorcycle
Compatible with DoIP protocol
Can be used as J2534 Passthru device for ODIS HDS TIS GDS2 SDD etc
Product Description:
1. Supports Original BMW ICOM Software.
2. Firmware update via original ICOM firmware file.
3. SUPER ICOM PRO N3+ = BMW ICOM software + J2534 + DOIP + WIFI device
4. Super ICOM PRO N3+ BMW Diagnostic Tool Supports DoIP J2534
The hard drive comes with MB STAR C6 DoIP,BMW ICOM, GM Tech2Win and GM GDS2 ,Ford IDS,Mazda IDS,Toyota TIS, Honda HDS,VW ODIS,JLR SDD and Pathfinder（option),Subaru SSM3,Volvo VIDA,Porsche Piwis2 Original Software.If you need The Porsche piwis 3 Software，you can pay the license fee and send me your device series number,we can help you activate it.he hard drive comes with MB STAR C6 DoIP,BMW ICOM, GM Tech2Win and GM GDS2 ,Ford IDS,Mazda IDS,Toyota TIS, Honda HDS,VW ODIS,JLR SDD and Pathfinder（New add）,Subaru SSM3,Volvo VIDA,Porsche Piwis2 Original Software.
Software version:
1.Toyota TIS V18.00.008
For Toyota,support year 2000-2023
2.Honda HDS HDS V3.105.12
For Honda,support year 2005-2023
3.FORD/ MAZDA IDS V129
Ford,support year 2005-2023
(some F series models which car year is before 2010 cannot work for Ford IDS and some model need to work with FDRS
please contact seller if you are not sure the device can work for your model or not.thanks)
For Mazda support year 2005-2021
4.GM MDI2 V2023.07
For GM,support year 2000-2023
5.VOLVO Vida V2014D
6.JLR SDD and Pathfinder V164 and V374
JLR SDD,support year 2007-2017
JLRPathfinder,support year 2016-2022
7.VW ODIS V11
For VW AUDI,support year 2001-2022
8.Benz Star C6 V2023.06
For Mercedes Benz,support year 2005-2022
9.BMW ICOM V2023.12 ISTA-D V4.44.30, Programming: ISTA-P V3.71.0.200
For BMW,support year 2004-2022
10.PORSCHE PIWIS 2 V18.1000
For Porsche 2,support year 2005-2017
11. SUBARU SSMIII V2022.01, SSM3 V1.57.71.8, SSM4 V22.60
For Subaru,support year 2005-2021
Conclusion:
Investing in a reliable BMW diagnostic tool is essential for both BMW owners and professional technicians in 2024. The tools mentioned above, such as BMW ISTA+, Autel MaxiSys Elite, Foxwell NT530, and Carly for BMW, offer a range of capabilities to diagnose, maintain, and code BMW vehicles efficiently. Whether you prefer a comprehensive computer-based solution or a smartphone app, these tools provide the necessary features to keep your BMW running smoothly. Choose the one that suits your needs and get ready to take control of your BMW’s diagnostics like a pro.