Comparison

Multiecuscan vs VgateFwUpdater

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Multiecuscan

This advanced diagnostic tool offers dealer-level functionality for Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and other select vehicle brands. It allows for fault code reading/clearing, live sensor data visualization, actuator testing, and various reset/programming functions. An OBD interface is required for full vehicle connectivity, though a simulation mode is available.

Highlights
  • Fault code reading and clearing
  • Live sensor data visualization
  • Actuator testing
  • Reset and programming functions
  • PROXI configuration
  • Service reminder reset
  • Generic EOBD diagnostics
Features
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Multiecuscan is a dealer level diagnostic tool for most models of Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Lancia vehicles and also covers some models of Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Suzuki. We also have support for some Ducati bike models. Please visit our web site for a full list of covered models. The functionality includes: - Fault code reading and clearing - Live sensor data - Live data graphical view - Actuator testing - Reset/programming functions - PROXI configuration - Service Reminder reset - Generic EOBD vehicle diagnostics REQUIREMENTS: An OBD interface is required for connection to vehicles. Without interface it is possible to run connection in "simulation" mode and explore the available functionality. We currently support CANtieCAR v4.x WiFi, CANtieCAR v5.x BLE/WiFi, ELM327 WiFi, OBDLink MX WiFi, OBDLink MX+ Bluetooth, Vgate vLinker WiFi, Vgate vLinker BLE, Vgate vLinker FS/MS Bluetooth interfaces. Please note that some procedures (like PROXI alignment) depend on the interface speed and may not complete successfully with some interfaces. IN-APP PURCHASE: The full functionality of the App requires subscription which can be purchased as in-app purchase. Without subscription the App will run with limited functionality. Please note that the Multiecuscan iOS version is completely separate from Multiecuscan for Windows. The iOS version can be purchased only from the App Store and it is not linked to the license for the Windows' version. It is not possible to transfer license between iOS and Windows. If you already have purchased the full version on another iOS device then click the RESTORE PURCHASES button to activate the full version. NOTE: We are a 3rd party supplier and this is not an official factory tool for the above mentioned brands. The brand names are listed only as reference.

About

VgateFwUpdater

This utility tool allows users to upgrade the firmware for various compatible automotive diagnostic chips. It supports a range of specific chip models, ensuring optimal performance and functionality of your devices.

Highlights
  • Firmware upgrades
  • Supports Icar01, Icar03, MIC3311, MIC3312, MIC3313, MIC3422, MIC1103, MIC3425 chips
  • Ensures optimal device performance
  • Easy-to-use upgrade tool
Features
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VgateFwUpdater is an upgrade tool that can upgrade the firmware of Icar01(iCar 1/2/3), Icar03(iCar Pro), MIC3311(vLinker BM), MIC3312(vLinker FD), MIC3313(vLinker MC), MIC3422(vLinker FS), MIC1103(iCarPro 2S) and MIC3425(vLinker MS) chips.

Screenshots

Multiecuscan4 screens
VgateFwUpdater4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VgateFwUpdater at none against Multiecuscan's 1. VgateFwUpdater also leads on ratings volume (46 vs 14). Multiecuscan's advantage is rating (2.8 vs 2.5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Multiecuscan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. VgateFwUpdater asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Multiecuscan holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 46 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Multiecuscan's written reviews are positive against 27% of VgateFwUpdater's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Multiecuscan ships an update every 4 months, VgateFwUpdater every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Multiecuscan versus VgateFwUpdater: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMultiecuscanVgateFwUpdater
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (14 ratings) — better2.5 (46 ratings)
Positive reviews27.9% of reviews — better26.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1446 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFESSoft Ltd.昌云 沈

Customer experience

Multiecuscan

All ratings14 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive27.9%
Neutral7.0%
Negative65.1%

VgateFwUpdater

All ratings41 ratings
Positive36.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative63.4%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive26.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative73.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Multiecuscan

One-time1
  • Multiecuscan Full (1 Year)$59.99
None

VgateFwUpdater

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Multiecuscan free?
Multiecuscan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VgateFwUpdater free?
VgateFwUpdater is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Multiecuscan or VgateFwUpdater?
Multiecuscan is rated higher. Multiecuscan averages 2.8 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while VgateFwUpdater averages 2.5 from 46 ratings.
Do Multiecuscan or VgateFwUpdater have ads?
Neither Multiecuscan nor VgateFwUpdater shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Multiecuscan or VgateFwUpdater?
Multiecuscan ships an update every 4 months, and VgateFwUpdater every 2 months. Most recently, Multiecuscan was updated on November 6, 2026 and VgateFwUpdater on November 7, 2026.

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