VgateFwUpdater vs Vlink Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Firmware upgrades
- Supports Icar01, Icar03, MIC3311, MIC3312, MIC3313, MIC3422, MIC1103, MIC3425 chips
- Ensures optimal device performance
- Easy-to-use upgrade tool
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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.
Vlink Connect
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Vlink helps connect your iPhone with a compatible vehicle infotainment system, giving you access to key phone features through a simple in-car experience. Supports navigation, media control, contact access, call-related actions, and vehicle companion connectivity. The app is designed to keep important mobile functions available while paired with your supported infotainment system. Key features: Connect with compatible vehicle infotainment systems Access navigation support Control media playback Share contact and phone-related information with the paired system Maintain background connectivity where supported Support Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and external accessory communication workflows Vlink is intended for use with supported vehicle systems only. Feature availability may vary depending on device permissions, vehicle compatibility, connection type, and regional service availability.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: VgateFwUpdater at 12.0 against Vlink Connect's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | VgateFwUpdater | Vlink Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (46 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 46 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 昌云 沈 | Saudagar Barde |
Bugs and requests
VgateFwUpdater
Reported bugs
18 issues- Hard to connect
- App offers older version as upgrade
- Cannot update and use with iPhone
- Not connecting
- Doesn't actually update
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- Doesn't recognize iCar Pro
- Will not update
- Progress bar shows red, nothing happens
- Restore Factory Settings don't work
- Stuck on update page
- QR code scanning from phone screen is problematic
- vLinker MC+ not working
- Adapter doesn't work
- No connection established
- Cannot update or connect
- Update function doesn't work
- Cannot connect
- Doesn't connect
Requested features
3 requests- German language option
- Clearer instructions
- Guidance on which Bluetooth standard to buy
Vlink Connect
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VgateFwUpdater
No in-app purchases
Vlink Connect
No in-app purchases
Questions
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