EcoBoost Tuning Devices: A Complete Guide
Published by the BCB Team | Updated December 2022
Choosing the right tuning device for your Ford EcoBoost engine is one of the most important decisions you'll make when building your truck. Here's our breakdown of the top options available.
SCT BDX (Our Top Pick)
The SCT BDX was our primary tuning platform for F-150 customers. Its Bluetooth connectivity, color touchscreen, and ability to store up to 20 custom tune files made it the most versatile option. It also supported real-time data logging with up to 20 PIDs simultaneously.
EZ-Lynk AutoAgent
The EZ-Lynk offered cloud-based tune delivery — meaning we could push updated calibrations to customers remotely without them needing to visit the shop. This was especially useful for out-of-state customers who couldn't drive to Milwaukee.
HP Tuners nGauge
HP Tuners offered the deepest level of calibration control, but required more technical knowledge to use effectively. We offered it as an option for experienced tuners who wanted granular control over their parameters.
Our Recommendation
For 90% of F-150 owners, the SCT BDX with a custom BCB tune file was the best balance of ease-of-use, features, and value. The device paid for itself in performance gains — our Stage 1 tune alone added 50+ HP to a stock 3.5L EcoBoost.