VCDS

Also known as VAG-COM and VAG-COM Diagnostic System

Long-running Windows diagnostic software for Volkswagen Group cars, licensed through a Ross-Tech interface and popular with enthusiasts and independent workshops.

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VCDS

Type: Diagnostic software
Developer: Ross-Tech
Original name: VAG-COM
Licence model: Stored in the interface; no subscription
Coverage: Volkswagen Group from about 1996
Best for: Enthusiasts and VW/Audi specialists
Operating systems: Windows
Protocols: CAN (ISO 15765-4), KWP2000 (ISO 14230), OBD-II, UDS (ISO 14229)
Connection: USB, Wi-Fi
Licensing: Bundled with hardware
Indicative price: Software is free with an interface: from $199 (HEX-V2, 3 VINs) Checked Nov 2026. Price source ↗ Varies by country, tax and plan.
Status: Active
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