Xhorse Key Tool MIDI vs VVDI Key Tool Plus

 Xhorse new tablet VVDI Key Tool MIDI is coming soon. What is the difference between vvdi key tool plus and key tool midi? Does key tool midi do all the functions of key tool plus? Same add keys and akl car list? Free life updates?

Here is the clue.

Key Tool MIDI has 3 configurations.

IMMO Function	Basic Version	Advanced Version	Enhanced Version	Notes
Volkswagen / Audi / Skoda 4th Gen	✓	✓	✓	Some models require a programmer.
Volkswagen / Audi / Skoda MOB	✗	✓	✓	Some models require a programmer.
Audi 5th Gen	✗	✓	✓	Some models require a programmer.
Audi / Porsche MLB, etc.	✓	✓	✓	Requires MLB-TOOL.
BMW CAS1-3	✓	✓	✓	Some models require a programmer.
BMW CAS4 / FEM / BDC	✗	✓	✓	Some models require a programmer.
Mercedes-Benz FBS3	✗	✗	✓	Requires MB adapter.
Porsche	✓	✓	✓	Requires a programmer.
Land Rover / Jaguar 15-18	✓	✓	✓	Some models require a programmer.
Land Rover / Jaguar 2018-	✓	✓	✓	Some models require chip initialization.
Other Common Models	✓	✓	✓	Some models need a programmer or adapter.
Cloud Diagnosis Mode-C	✓	✓	✓

 

Basic version: Supports remote function (key tool function), VAG IMMO 1-4 generation, BMW CAS1-CAS3, programmer basic functions, regular IMMO models and TPMS functions.
Premium version: Supports basic version all features, add VW IMMO5 IMMO, BMW CAS4/FEM/BDC IMMO functions.
Enhanced version: All features of the advanced version, adding Mercedes-Benz FBS3 IMMO functions

 

Key Tool MIDI TPMS Function:

• Supports XTPMS sensors (programming, activation, etc.).
• 98% vehicle coverage for TPMS systems.
• Long activation range, stable programming, OE-level replacement capability.
• Supports multiple XTPMS sensors programming simultaneously.

 

Here we compare the enhanced version with key tool plus full version.

VVDI Key Tool MIDI vs Key Tool Plus

These are the key differences:

1. Compact Design: The Key Tool MIDI is more compact and portable.

2. Integrated TPMS: MIDI has a built-in TPMS adapter for TPMS sensor programming/activation, while the key tool plus requires an external adapter for TPMS functionality.

3. Limited PROG Support: MIDI does not have PROG capabilities—it can only read basic 8-pin chips and some CAS, BCM modules). Advanced tasks will require VVDI PROG or MULTI PROG. Key Tool Plus PROG function will read read eeprom, MQB cluster, gearbox, ISN, BCM2, JLR RFA, MB EIS etc.

4. Similar IMMO Features: IMMO functions are nearly identical across devices.

5. Cloud (C-Mode) Support: MIDI includes Cloud Diagnosis Mode-C functionality.

Functional Hierarchy:
Key Tool Plus > Key Tool MIDI > Key Tool Max Pro

 

The key tool midi is currently available for pre-order. We will provide more detailed comparison information later. Stay tuned for updates!

How to Install PADFlash Software 2025 Latest Guide?

 In this section, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of installing PADFLASH software, drivers, and connecting the device (May 2025 latest guide).

 

Operating system requirements: Win7 64bit or Win10 64bit

Computer hardware requirements: RAM not less than 4GB, CPU not less than 2.5GHz

We strongly suggest using the windows7 64 bits system.
1: Visit https//padflashr.uk

Go to site download the software and tools drivers.

Download all 3 packages.

2: Go to donwload page , write your email and tools SN.

3:tools software

PATCH INSTALL

After download, please install the super driver with admin mode, and install the fix laptop patch.

SHUT DOWN THE DEFENDER IN SYSTEM INSIDE(BELOW IS THE WINDOWS 10 64 SYSTEM, WIN11 AND WIN7 ALSO NEED DO THESE WORK ).

Go to Update & Security.

Turn off All options.

4: Install padflash software

Install tools software.

5:write your email and tools serial number for register.

Write email creat your tools account.

Write the tools serial number which tie one your tools backside. If not activate, then ask tech assite activate it.

6: Restart your padflashr updater after register then download the update files.

7:wait download finish

8 after donwnload finish , restart the padflashr updater 3 times.

9: connect the PADFlash programmer and dongle install the dongle driver.

Install the dongle driver here.

10:connect the tools and drivers. Install the tools drivers.

!!!!!!Very importantings here ,don’t miss it !!!!!!

Keep your padflashr updater .exe is runing , then go to this

folder(C:disk/windows/systembin/pdata)

 ,set up the padflashr.exe as admin running mode(after set it as admin , then run it as admin mode , it will display a windows ask you input the sn ,so you write your tools big letters sn in it.then login)  ,check the picture ,and follow me .

C:disk/windows/systembin/pdata

Find this padflash.exe

Set it as admin run mode.

11: run the padflashr updater.exe software ,click the active (don’t direct go to desktop run the padflash.exe), ,wait a little time , a windows will pop on,then write your tools serial number with big letters

After software open , click the actvate the FW, it have the licens for your tools fireware

Every time you need click it activate FW when you close your software, it will upgrade the whole tools fireware every time when you close the software.

Notice :windows 10 and windows 11 must shutdown the defender fully , and turn off the real time scan , and all need do , if all of these you do , you cant let the tools work well and software running well , contact the remote support help you refresh your windows system , it must be the windows lack some patch .

Yanhua ACDP2 Update BMW BDC2 Module Replacement Function

 Good new for Yanhua Mini ACDP module 38 users. Module 38 release free update for BMW BDC2 module reflash and copy replacement functions.  Now ACDP will not only add BMW G series BDC2 keys, but also replace BDC2 modules.

Enjoy free upgrades for both features with an active license 38.

 

Module 38 New Update Feature:

Adds BMW BDC2 Module reflash function.
Unlock second-hand BDC2 module and erase it to the unlocked state.

Add BMW BDC2 module copy replacement function.
1).Back up immo data of the car’s original BDC2 module and working key.
2).Write IMMO data to a second-hand or brand new BDC2 module.
3).No need to deal with the TCM nor DME, and it will not affect ordering keys from dealer in the future.

Menu Path:

Go to FEM/BDC- IMMO/Mileage – BDC2 ICP+OBD (F/G Chassis)- Module Replace.

If need to reflash module, select Erase module data function.

If need to replace the BMW BDC2 module, select Copy data replace function.

Step 1: Back up old module data.

• Backup FAFP data
• Backup IMMO data

Step 2: Write data to new module.

• Back up coding data.
• Write IMMO data.
• Write FAFP data.
• Write coding data.

Flex & Autotuner SID212 SID212EVO ECU Unlock Guide

 Both FLEX and Autotuner offer ECU unlocking services for the SID212/SID212EVO. Let’s take a look at their respective unlocking processes.

 

SID212 & SID212 EVO on Magic MotorSport Flex

Version 7.22.0.0 of Flex Out Now
OBD Support for Continental/Vitesco SID212 and SID212 EVO installed on Ford vehicles is now live on Flex.

 

Ask for the Ready For Tuning (RFT) service to activate this mode, that implies a preliminary technical intervention in Magicmotorsport’s labs.

From May 22, 2025 with the RFT service you can access the dedicated ticket and send the control units to MagicSports Flex HQ for dedicated processing (unlock ECU).

 

What is RFT?

• The in-house processing that enables ECU and TCU for Flex writing.
• Select the ticket available on the Helpdesk and follow the instructions.
• The ECU will come back ready for writing.

The RFT service is inaugurated by the SID212 and SID212 EVO, but this is only the first step.
Green coins can be used on our Helpdesk for work on control units at FLEX HQ, control units that otherwise would not be editable
Processing SID212 will cost 150 Green coins, but let’s find out how.

How does RFT work?

1. Find the vehicle ECU and take note of the VIN.
2. Access the magicmotorsport HelpDesk and select the dedicated ticket.

3. Follow all the instructions to access the service.

4. Pack the ECU and wait for the courier to collect it.

5. The ECU arrives at Flex HQ and is handled by their technical staff.
6. After processing, the RFT label is applied. The ECU is now editable with Flex.

7. The courier collects the ECU from Flex HQ and ships it to the specified address.

8. Install the ECU in the vehicle and program it with Flex via OBD.

Who can access the RFT service?

Clients with a Flex FLS0.5 Master or Slave active license: direct access to the service, no need for additional licenses.

Clients with other licenses but an active sub, access available via:
– Purchase of RFT (Ready For Tuning) license with single payment (690 euro).
– Upgrade to the Flex Full license by sending an email to sales@magicmotorsport.com.

 

How does the Helpdesk coin system work?

In order to manage technical services, including the new RFT, you can use virtual Green Coins, which are distributed free of charge each month (300 coins) to all Master users with an active subscription.

In the specific case of SID212 and SID212 EVO ECUs, each intervention requires 150 green coins per ECU, so you can benefit from at least two free services thanks to the included monthly credit.

Once your green coins are used up, you can still purchase additional coins directly from the Helpdesk area.

 

Supported Vehicles

• Ford Ranger T6 MY2021
• Ford Transit MK9 MY2021
• Ford Mondeo IV MY2021
• Ford Kuga III MY2021
• Ford Transit Custom MK9 MY2021

This new protocol is available for the following software packages:
OBD mode:

• FLS0.1M – SW Flex ECU (car, van, bike) OBD/Bench Master
• FLS0.1S – SW Flex ECU (car, van, bike) OBD/Bench Slave
• FLS0.5M – SW Flex Full Master
• FLS0.5S – SW Flex Full Slave

Newly added protocols:
OBD

• Ford Continental SID212 TC297TP Virtual Read/Write/Checksum Calculation Maps
• Ford Continental SID212EVO TC297TP Virtual Read/Write/Checksum Calculation Maps

Writing Time: 10 minutes.
Read Time: 10 seconds.

 

 

FAQs:

Q: Also can work in bench mode?

A: Only OBD.

 

2).
Q: How much time you need for unlock? When you send ecu Back? Next bussines Day? Who arrange delivery back?
A: In-house processing takes 48 hours — working days — while shipping times range from 2 to 6 days. The delivery back is logistically on Flex.
The shipment is sent to MagicMotorSport’s HQ in Italy, although things may change in the future. The shipping cost, calculated during the ticket creation process, shows the total amount for all shipments.

 

Q: Is the ECU reading process possible before UNLOCK or is it only available after UNLOCK?

A: The reading will be available only after processing.

 

Q: For the UNLOCK process, is the ECU disassembled in your laboratory or do you do it in bench mode?

A: Actually must be opened.

 

Q: For FLS01M its not free this service?

A:
Actually, RFT is included in Full Master subscriptions. The €690 access fee grants access to the service, which will be expanded in the future to include additional ECUs.
RFT service must be bought separately 690 euro.

 

Q: Isn’t magic doing it for free to masters?

A:  150 green coins a time but you have to have full to be able to use the service or it’s 695€ for none full users to use it.

 

 

SID212 & SID212 EVO on AutoTuner

Autotuner officially rolls out SID212 support via their brand new AT Remote Unlock!

Autotuner supports SID212/SID212 EVO remote unlock service from June 2025. With a flat fee of 250€ per unit.

 

The AutoTuner ECU Unlock procedure:

01. Purchase the Unlock service.
Buy your Remote Unlock service directly on Autotuner website.

02. Remove the ECU and ship it to Autotuner HQ.
Remove the ECU from the vehicle and send it to us, well protected in a box, along with the follow-up document.

03. Let the AT team work
We’ve got it all covered: the AT Team unlocks your ECU and sends it back to you, safely packed.

04. Reinstall the unlocked ECU
Reinstall the now unlocked ECU into the vehicle.

05. Tune
The ECU is ready for read/write operations with your AT device.

Smooth process, sharp results.

Model and ECU list is coming up in June.

Keep updating…

 

How much to unlock an ECU?

150 €+ ~75€ shipping cost. Estimated 2-6 days include turnsround.

 

Both tools are well, costs are nearly same.