Monday, December 29, 2025

How to Use Xtool Latest J2534 with OEM Software?

 Equipped with an NXP processor, XTOOL’s latest VCI (comes with Prodigy and Compass Master) supports wired and stable Wi-Fi 2.4G connections. It covers all major protocols including Dual-CAN, DoIP, and CAN FD. With built-in J2534 passthru, it works with OEM software from 10+ brands.

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Xtool new J2534 Passthru VCIs supports following OEM software:

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Here we will show how to set up Xtool J2534 with OEM software. Take Toyota techstream as an example.

The setup method is different from the old gray Xtool J2534 VCI.

The process begins by plugging the VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) into the car’s OBD-II port, typically located under the dashboard. Then, using the provided wireless USB adapter, you establish a connection between the VCI device and your laptop.

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Visit the official XTOOL website to download the essential J2534 ToolBOX driver.

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After the download is completed, unzip it and click “Setup.exe”, then follow the installation process. We suggest you to restart your PC after installation.

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The J2534 will connect via USB or WiFi.

1). Device Connection – Wired
Directly connect the VCI to the diagnostic PC via USB cable. The Toolbox will automatically detect the device when you connect it.
If the status has not been refreshed after you connect the VCI via wire, click the Refresh button to try again.

2). Device Connection – Wireless
1. Plug in the WiFi Receiver that comes with the VCI box.
2. Click the WiFi button on the bottom-left corner and select “WLAN 2” (or other numbers)
3. Find the hotspot that names the same as the SN of the VCI box and click “Connect”

4. When the connection is ready, you are OK to go.

Here we connect via WiFi.

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When the J2534 VCI is connected over WiFi, you can see the VCI SN, firmware and driver version. Select driver language.

Keep versions up-to-date if there is new version is available.

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Now download original manufacturer software from the corresponding website and choose subsciption plan.

For example, download Toyota TIS Techstream.

Run software, go to Function- VIM Selection- select interface as XTool J2534.

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Choose vehicle information and start diagnosis or programming.

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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Xtool Compass Master vs Compass vs Prodigy

 What are the differences among Xtool flagshop smart diagnostic scanners Prodigy, Compass and Compass Master?

Item Xtool ProdigyXtool Compass  Xtool Compass Master
Hardware xtool prodigy 1xtool compass 1xtool compass master
Processor2.2GHzA73×4+1.8GHzA53×42.2GHzA73×4+1.8GHzA53×42.2GHzA73×4+1.8GHzA53×4
OSAndroid 10Android 10Android 10
Storage (RAM+ROM)8+256G8+128G8+128G
Display13.3” 1920*108010.1” 1920*120010.1” 1920*1200
Camera (rear)13MP8MP8MP
ConnectivityUSB Type-C VGAUSB Type-C VGAUSB Type-C VGA
Battery (mAh)9600mAh,7.2V6400mAh ,7.2V6400mAh ,7.2V
BluetoothBLE 5.0BLE 5.0BLE 5.0
Communication MethodWi-Fi USBWi-Fi USBWi-Fi USB
Charge baseYesXX
FCA SGW License/CAN FD/DoIPYesYesYes
SAE-J2534 ProtocolYesXYes
IDENTIFIX/

Maintenance Database

For one year,

renew subscription later

For one year,

Renew subscription later

For one year,

Renew subscription later

Diagnosis function
OE-LEVEL Full SystemYesYesYes
Topology MappingYesYesYes
Hot Services51+49+51+
Full OBD2 FunctionsYesYesYes
4000+ Bidirectional ControlYesYesYes
Offline Programming (PMI )YesYesYes
ECU Online ProgrammingYesYesYes
Online ECU CodingYesYesYes
Offline ECU CodingYesYesYes
ECU ConfigurationYesYesYes
Key ProgrammingYesYesYes
Report V2.0 Print &  ShareYesYesYes
 PRE & POST ScanYesYesYes
8-IN-1Data GraphingYesYesYes
ADAS CalibrationYesYesYes
3 Years Free UpdateYesYesYes
23+ LanguagesYesYesYes

In sum:

  • Compass and Compass Master has same hardware configuration. Prodigy has larger storage, larger screen, larger battery and clearer camera than COMPASS series.
  • Prodigy has the same function as Compass Master.
  • Prodigy and Compass Master support SAE-J2534 protocol; Compass does not.
  • Compass has fewer service functions than Prodigy/Compass Master.
  • Prodigy and Compass series have the same diagnostic and programming functions.

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Xtool D9S vs D9S Pro vs D9 Max Comparison

 What’s the difference among Xtool D9S, D9S Pro and D9 Max professional diagnostic scanners?

Check the table comparison below:

D SeriesXtool D9SXtool D9S ProXtool D9 Max
Imagextool d9sxtool d9s proxtool d9 max
Operating systemAndroid 10Android 10Android 10
ProcessorQuad-core 1.5GHzQuad-core 1.5GHzQuad-core 1.5GHz
Memory4G+ 128G4G+ 128G4G+ 128G
Screen size9.7 inch9.7 inch9.7 inch
Battery Capacity6400mAh 7.2V6400mAh 7.2V6400mAh 7.2V
Connection methodWiFi, USBWiFi, USBWiFi, USB
Charging methodType CType CType C
Free update3 Years Free Update3 Years Free Update3 Years Free Updae
Renewal after free update258USD/Year358USD/Year
Full system diagnosticsYesYesYes
Complete OBDII functionYesYesYes
AutoScanYesYesYes
Read ECU info.YesYesYes
Read/Clear DTCYesYesYes
Live DataYesYesYes
Read Freeze FrameYesYes
Active Test (Bidirectional control)YesYesYes
Special functions42+42+42+
IMMO ResetYesYesYes
ECU CodingYesYesYes
ECU ConfigurationYesYesYes
ADAS CalibrationYesYesYes
VAG Guided FunctionYesYesYes
BMW Test PlanYesYesYes
Online ProgrammingXYesYes
Offline Programming (PMI)YesYesYes
CAN FDYesYesYes
DoIPYesYesYes
J2534XXYes
Topology MappingYesYesYes

In sum:

Their hard configuration is the same.

They share the same diagnostics and service functions. They all support ECU cding, VAG guided function, BMW test plan, ADAS calibration, Topology function.

D9S cannot do built-in online programming. D9S Pro and D9 Max can do. 

D9S and D9S Pro cannot do J2534 ecu programming, but the D9 MAX does.

D9 MAX comes with J2534 VCI, fits for J2534-1 and J2534-2 Standards, supports ecu reprogramming for GM, Ford, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, VW, Volvo, Subaru, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mazda , more brands coming soon.

Please Connect to PC: Prepare PC(Windows)-Download J2534 Driver APP(Check with XTOOL)-Update the Driver-Connect VCI to PC-Open the Driver-Open OEM Software-Connect to Vehicle to Start ECU Programming.

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Xtool D5 vs D6 vs D7 vs D8

 Here is a comparison table among Xtool’s DIY series diagnostic scanner D5, D5S, D6 and D6S.

 

Xtool D5 vs D5S vs D6 vs D6S

D SeriesXtool D5Xtool D5SXtool D6Xtool D6S
Operating systemLinuxLinuxLinuxLinux
ProcessorDual-core 1.2GHzDual-core 1.2GHzDual-core 1.2GHzDual-core 1.2GHz
Memory128M+32GB (extend to 128GB)128M+32GB (extend to 128GB)128M+32GB (extend to 128GB)128M+32GB (extend to 128GB)
Screen size5.45 inch5.45 inch5.45 inch5.45 inch
Battery Capacity3150mAh 3.6V3150mAh 3.6V3150mAh 3.6V3150mAh 3.6V
Connection methodUSBUSBUSBUSB
Charging methodType-C cableType-C cableType-C cableType-C cable
Free updateLifetime free updateLifetime free updateLifetime free updateLifetime free update
Full system diagnostics5 systems5 systemsYesYes
Complete OBDII functionYesYesYesYes
AutoScanYesYesYesYes
Read ECU info.YesYesYesYes
Read/Clear DTCYesYesYesYes
Live DataYesYesYesYes
Read Freeze FrameYesYesYesYes
Active Test (Bidirectional control)XXXX
Special functions9+15+15+30+
IMMO ResetXXXX
ECU CodingXXXX
ECU ConfigurationXXXX
CAN FDYesYesYesYes
DoIPXXXX
Topology MappingXXXX

In sum:

The Xtool D5 and D6 series share the same hardware but differ in their software configurations.

Xtool D5 series is not full system diagnostic scanner, it supports 5 system diagnoses only. D6 series is for full system.

Special functions D5>D5S=D6>D6S. D6S has more special functions (30).

Both D5 and D6 support CAN FD protocol, but don’t support DoIP protocol.

Both scanners don’t support active test (di-directional control) function.

 

FYI:

Here is a table comparison among Xtool D series diagnostic tools, D5 vs D6 vs D7 vs D8 vs D9 series

Xtool D5 vs D6 vs D7 vs D8