Communication Interface | PC connectivity for programming | Industry Standard: USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) Our Base: USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) Our Advanced: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: 10x faster data transfer for large files Base/Standard: Widely compatible with older systems | ▲▲ Advanced: Higher cost due to USB-C port upgrade |
Memory Compatibility | Flash/Eeprom programming | Industry Standard: SPI/I2C (up to 128MB) Our Base: SPI/I2C/EEPROM (256MB▲) Our Advanced: SPI/I2C/EEPROM/NAND (512MB▲▲) | ▲▲ Advanced: Supports high-capacity NAND for industrial apps Base: Dual-use for BIOS updates | ▲▲ Advanced: Requires specialized chip adapters for NAND |
Programming Speed | Bulk firmware updates | Industry Standard: 1 Mbps Our Base: 2 Mbps▲ Our Advanced: 4 Mbps▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: 4x faster than industry for 1GB files Base: 2x faster than legacy programmers | ▲▲ Advanced: Overclocking may void warranty on sensitive chips |
Safety Features | Sensitive chip programming | Industry Standard: Overvoltage protection (5V max) Our Base: Overvoltage + current limiting▲ Our Advanced: Thermal shutdown▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: Prevents overheating during prolonged use Base: Reduces short-circuit risks | ▲▲ Advanced: Adds complexity to firmware setup |
Customization | Specialty chip programming | Industry Standard: Fixed socket configuration Our Base: Socket swaps for 5+ chip types▲ Our Advanced: Socket + firmware customization▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: Tailor to IoT/MCU projects Base: Supports 80% of hobbyist needs | ▲▲ Advanced: Requires advanced coding skills |
OS Compatibility | Cross-platform development | Industry Standard: Windows-only drivers Our Base: Windows/Linux▲ Our Advanced: Windows/Linux/macOS/Android▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced: Use with Raspberry Pi or mobile devices Base: Eliminates OS dependency for most users | ▲▲ Advanced: Requires additional driver downloads |