Slave Tuning Vs Master Tuning: What’s the Difference in Tools?

Slave Tuning Vs Master Tuning tool 

What is the difference between a salve tuning vs master tuning tool ?

When you are new to car tuning and ecu remapping, the choices and options of where to start can be confusing, making the wrong choice may seem expensive, so where do you start? What is the difference between a Slave Tuning System and a Master Tuning System, and which is right for you?

The good news is VIEZU can support you with either tool! Plus, we offer FREE Training and Demonstrations of both pieces of equipment if that will assist answering all your questions.

Most tuning tool manufacturers make two types of tuning tool, a slave tool, sometimes known as a dealer or client level tool, and a master version too.

Slave tuning tool Vs Master tuning tool – lets look at the differences here:
QUESTION SLAVE TUNING SYSTEM MASTER TUNING SYSTEM
Do they look the same? Yes. Yes.
Do they tune the same vehicles? Yes. Yes.
Do they operate the same? Yes. Yes.
Can I read and write a file to a vehicle? Yes. Yes.
Can I edit the file that is read No. (read and write only)

 

Slave Tuning Tools can read and write a file from a vehicle. However, the tool cannot open the file for editing or medication.

 Yes. (and only with map editing software)
Is the Tool linked to a Master Yes.

This tool will only be in service when it is paired or linked to a Master Tuning System.

 No.
Can I write files from any file provider? No. you can only take Files from the Master Tuning System your Slave Tool is paired to. Yes. You can obtain Files from any source – including making your own (provided you have the map editing software and training to use the software).

With the right software and training can write his one files, and / or buy modified files from an unlimited number of file suppliers.

 
Can I be linked to more than one Master Tuning System No. Not applicable.
Can I take a modified file from another Master Tuning System No. Yes.
Can I open a File to see the maps? No. Yes. Master tools can read open unencrypted files
Can I change to a different Master Yes.

Your Master may not want you to know this but yes you can move and become paired to a different Master!

You must obtain “permission” from your Master to move to another Master however!

 Not applicable.

 
Can I upgrade my tool to become a Master in the future? Yes.

 

Many Master’s don’t tell you this, but this tool can be upgraded.

VIEZU can support the release of your Slave Tuning Tool to become a Master and can support with Training, Technical Advice and Tuning Files.

 Not applicable.

 

VIEZU can support Master system operators with Training, Technical Advice and Tuning Files.
Is there a risk my Master wont release my Slave Tool? Yes. Not applicable.

 
Can I see the product being demonstrated? Yes. Contact info@viezu.com to arrange a visit and appointment.

 

This is a Free no obligation demonstration, the only commitment is your time and ours!

 Yes. Contact info@viezu.com to arrange a visit and appointment.

 

This is a Free no obligation demonstration, the only commitment is your time and ours!
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We hope that covers some of the key differences. You may like to know Slave tuning tools can also be upgrades to the master version, simply by paying the difference in retail price, so you can keep your options open as your tuning business grows and develops but many salve tool sellers will not allow this upgrades so make sure you check before you buy.

Update Alientech Kess3

The new Alientech Kess 3 tuning tool, offering both OBD tuning and Bench / boot tuning is now available. With free training, set up and support, you can see much more on the new Kees3 here : https://viezu.com/alientech-kess3/ 

The VIEZU team are on hand to help with any questions and support, you can contact us here. Contact VIEZU.

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