What’s the difference between BMW ICOM Next (SP269-D) and the new Super MB Pro N3 BMW diagnostic tools?
| Item | BMW ICOM Next | Super MB Pro N3 |
| Image |  |
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| Solution | VXDIAG Solution | Original ICOM Next Solution |
| Connection | USB, WiFi
WiFi password: 12345678 No need for DHCP server or router, it’s build in.
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USB WiFi
WiFi password: 12345678 No IP setting. Easy to connect |
| Vehicle Model | BMW, Mini, Rolls-Royce | BMW, Mini, Rolls-Royce, BMW Motorcycle |
| Software | BMW ISTA-D
BMW ISTA-P E-sys WinKFP Tool32 INPA BMW Coding tool Ncs Expert KSD2 |
BMW ISTA-D
BMW ISTA-P E-sys WinKFP Tool32 INPA BMW Coding tool Ncs Expert KSD2 |
| Software update | By HDD/SSD | By HDD/SSD |
| USB port | Type-C USB | USB 3.0 |
| Heat Dissipation | No | Dual Heat Dissipation |
| Firmware version | 1.9.3.1 | ApplicationImage:147
BootImage: 130 |
| Firmware Update | Via VX Manager | Yes, same procedure as the original ICOM Next
http://192.168.92.38.60080/, user name: root password: NZY11502 |
| Compatible HDD/SSD | Compatible with vxdiag HDD/SSD only | Compatible with both ICOM Next (SS220 series) and VXDIAG HDD/SSD |
| fiber programming | No | No |
| 20-PIN Vehicle | No | Yes, with an optional 20-pin adapter |
| 10-PIN BMW Motorcycle | No | Yes, with an optional 10-PIN adapter |
In Summary:
New Super MB Pro N3 has better software compatibility and more stable firmware than ICOM Next clone.
Super MB Pro N3 can do BMW motorcycle while ICOM next clone does not.
Super MB Pro N3 has 2nd generation ICOM Scanner- Super ICOM pro N3+.
Check comparison table here
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