What’s the difference between the Autel MaxiFlash JVCI+ blue one and the MaxiFlash J2534 Elite silver one?
These are the major differences:
1. The silver MaxiFlash J2534 Elite would come with a maxisys Elite, ms908 etc for diagnostic where the blue JVCI+ works for key programming and security codes.
2. The blue JVCI+ one is an updated version of the Grey/silver one. It works a lot better and faster. Compatible with the IM608 key scan tools but also works with the MS909 and MS919, or Ultras (ultras have a bigger and better version).
3. The jvci+ has DoIP and CAN FD built into the vci as the elite doesn’t not have CAN FD protocol. Blue one supports CAN FD, the silver one doesn’t (needs an adapter).
4.
The J2534 Elite is not Bluetooth, the JVCI+ is. So that means the Elite plugs directly into the OBD port, the JVCI has a dongle. As J2534 passthroughs, they “should” operate with OEM software, etc.
Both do the same thing. While both are J2534-1 and J2534-2 compliant, these J2534 passthru will work with whichever model you are considering. GM, FCA, GM, etc.
When it comes to ECU programming/coding, we would trust a hardwired connection over wireless any day.
5. The gray J2534 box does not work with Techline Connect SPS anymore without a driver update.
The newer JVCI/JVCI+ box will work without driver update.
Read more:
Autel MaxiFlash J2534 Not Connect with GM Techline Connect SPS2?
In sum:
If only considering its use as a J2534 pass-through device, the Autel JVCI+ is better.
