What’s the difference between OBDSTAR P50 and CGDI CG70 SRS airbag reset tool?
Check the table comparison below:
Item | OBDSTAR P50 | CGDI CG70 |
Image | | |
Standalone | Standalone, Android 5.1.1 tablet | Based on PC, multiple systems |
Function | Read DTC, Erase DTC, Read EEPROM, Write EEPROM, Read FLASH, Write Flash, Write VIN, Clear crash, Unlock ECU | Read DTC, Auto Repair, Write EEPROM, Clear Crash, Read EEPROM, |
Language | English | English |
Wiring diagram | Yes | Yes |
Way to reset airbag | OBD and Bench | Bench |
Repair airbag crash data | Only reset | Yes |
Support brands | 38 brands incl. Acura, Audi, Benz, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroen, Dacia, Dodge, Ford, GMC, GreatWall, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, KIA, Land Rover, Lincoln, Maserati, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Subaru, Suzuki, Tesla, Toyota, VW, Volvo | 19 brands incl. Buick, Chevrolet, Ford, Great Wall, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mazda, Nissan, Opel, Renault, Suzuki etc |
MCU types | H8SX, RH850, SPC, XC2XXX, TC2XXX, TMS570 | MACXXX, H8SX, RH850, SPC, XC2XXX, TC2XXX, TMS570 |
Support airbag ECU part numbers | Over 6500 ECU Part Numbers | Over 2000 ECU Part Numbers |
No dismantling, no welding | Require welding | Yes |
Update | Free update online for 18 months, later $150 per year | Free update online for 1 year |
Volvo TMS570 | Yes | Yes |
Tesla Airbag reset | Yes | No |
Extend function | Buy Mileage & Oil Light/ Service Reset Authorization, get mileage and oil reset function | No |
Airbag coverage | OBDSTAR P50 Airbag Coverage | CG70 Airbag Coverage |
In sum:
Each tool has its pros and cons.
OBDSTAR P50
Pros:
Standalone, don’t need PC
Supports more vehicle and airbag part numbers
Most can be done by OBD, if fails by OBD, do it on bench
Can do Tesla, Maserati etc high-end vehicle airbag reset
18 months free update, release update frequently
Cons:
Read, erase DTC and clear crash data, cannot repair
Still need welding
Some wiring diagrams are inaccurate
CG70
Pros:
Software is simple, easy to check wiring diagram and easy to use
Smart search to quickly find the part number you need.
No dismantling, no welding, and non-destructive repair.
Cons:
Less car brands and part numbers then P50
Require PC
Only 1 year update