ECUDesk vs CarEdit ECU Tuning Software

Question: 

ECUDesk software ($1000) has a lot of similarities with CarEdit software which costs $500. The list of supported vehicles is the same and other similarities besides the price.
Why is ECUDesk software more expensive? What are the differences?

 

Ecudesk Ecu Tuning Software Caredit

ECUDesk and CarEdit are both pay-as-you-go tuning software that allows users to access and edit calibration maps within an ECU. These software are ideal for tuners who don’t tune frequently but still need access to the software’s features, drivers.

 

ECUDesk Function

EGR, DPF, NOx, SCR, CAT, SAP, EVAP, FLAPS, DTC off

The Premium Version also does IMMO Off, Speed limit off and stage 1.

 

CarEdit Function:

SCR, DPF, DTC, EGR, UFMS, CAR, VSA, SAP, CAR, Adblue off

 

Both software use an annual subscription. A valid subscription is mandatory for use.

 

 

Difference:

CarEdit has hidden fees that are much higher than ECUDesk
The cost of the program:
10 files – $99.9
50 files – $259
100 files – $359
200 files – $599
500 files – $1199
1 month of access to all plugins – $194
1 year of access to all plugins – $499

CarEdit does not do IMMO Off or speed limit off.

ECUDesk offers 20 files per day without any pay or 300 USD for unlimited files per day (the Premium Version).

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