VCDS Interface Hardware: Different Versions?

Hello everyone,
I'm planning to purchase a professional VCDS diagnostic system (HEX+CAN) next month. However, I've noticed that there are several distributors for it (Auto Intern, PCI, DRV, Kaufmann).
Is the diagnostic cable always the same, regardless of where I purchase the system, or are there hardware differences, especially in terms of robustness? I would like to obtain the most robust version of the cable available and, accordingly, choose the distributor.

Hm,

You are asking "within" one of the distributors' companies...

I got it from Rainer (Kaufmann), and I'm satisfied.
You wouldn't just leave a device worth 200-300 EUR lying around, nor would you throw it into a used oil container.

To the best of my knowledge, they are mechanically identical.

m;

I see a price of €348 here in the shop, while elsewhere it's listed for €315. Plus, there's a "support" option. What questions should I ask and consider regarding which one is more stable?
I always treat adapter plugs with the utmost care, like they're made of raw eggshells, no matter how sturdy they seem.
Tailgaters are to blame for their own accidents.

teileklaus wrote:

for €315.- here in the shop

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Hmm... did I miss something?

Hello,

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Welcome! Please first check if your home country (country of origin) has been correctly identified in the 'Country' box on the right.

If you are browsing in Germany (or elsewhere) but your IP address cannot be associated with Germany, the Swiss prices will be displayed automatically.

The net price is always the same, however, the VAT rate is 7.6% in Switzerland, 19% in Germany, and 20% in Austria.

The HEX-USB+CAN is available from all distributors if you request it, however...

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ONLY AVAILABLE FROM US! All VCDS diagnostic systems, including the KPerformance VAG-COM/VCDS plugin for measuring driving performance, the KDataScope for analyzing VAG-COM/VCDS log files, and additionally the KPower tool for vehicle performance measurement!

Everything is in bold or red at the very top of the first page.

Best regards, Rainer.