Virtual (PC-Based) Oscilloscopes
USB PC-based oscilloscopes that turn your Windows or Mac computer into a full 2- or 4-channel scope — from the €90 VDS1022 to the 100 MHz, 14-bit-capable VDS6104A.
Professional OWON virtual oscilloscope category introduction
An OWON virtual oscilloscope is an ultra-thin USB box — 18 mm thick, powered from the USB port — that uses your computer for its display, processing and storage. You get a full oscilloscope on a big screen with easy screenshots, data export and SCPI automation, for a fraction of the price of a benchtop instrument. Two families cover every need: the classic VDS1000/2000/3000 series (25–100 MHz, from €90) and the new VDS6000 series with 1 GSa/s sampling, 10 Mpts memory, a switchable 8/12/14-bit ADC on the “A” models, USB-C and optional Wi-Fi.
- On a budget: the classic VDS series starts at €90 for the VDS1022 — the cheapest way to put a genuine OWON scope on a bench. All models are USB bus powered with X-Y, FFT and multi-trigger in the free Windows software.
- Resolution & performance: the VDS6000 series brings 100 MHz, 1 GSa/s and 10 Mpts on every model, and the “A” versions add a switchable 8 / 12 / 14-bit ADC — 8-bit keeps the full 100 MHz, 14-bit trades bandwidth (20 MHz) for far cleaner amplitude detail.
- Operating system: the classic VDS software runs on Windows; the VDS6000 software runs on Windows and macOS, with USB-C, LAN and optional Wi-Fi, and SCPI / USBTMC / LXI / LabVIEW on both families.
- Floating or noisy circuits: the VDS1022I has an isolated USB port — it protects your PC and cleans up measurements when the circuit under test shares grounds.
- Channels: each family offers 2- and 4-channel models; the classic series adds a multi-function channel for external trigger or Pass/Fail output.
Virtual oscilloscopes from OWON
Every OWON virtual oscilloscope here is a genuine unit with EU shipping and manufacturer warranty, and all ten models are in stock on owontechnology.eu. Start with the series that fits your software platform and resolution needs — each series page below has a full model comparison, specifications, what’s in the box and official downloads — or jump straight to a popular model.
Two series, ten models — all in stock
Each series page has a full model comparison, specifications, box contents and official software downloads.
VDS1000 / 2000 / 3000 Series
VDS1022, VDS1022I, VDS2062, VDS2064, VDS3102 & VDS3104 — the classic USB scopes: 25–100 MHz, 2 or 4 channels, up to 1 GSa/s and 10M record length, USB bus powered. From €90.
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VDS6000 Series
VDS6102, VDS6102A, VDS6104 & VDS6104A — the new generation: 100 MHz, 1 GSa/s, 10 Mpts, 8-bit or a switchable 8 / 12 / 14-bit ADC, USB-C, LAN and optional Wi-Fi, software for Windows and macOS. From €225.
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Prefer a built-in screen?
No PC at the bench? The TAO3000 tablet oscilloscopes pack an 8-inch multi-touch screen into the instrument itself — same portable format, no computer needed.
Explore the seriesAll ten virtual oscilloscopes side by side
Every OWON virtual oscilloscope we stock, from the €90 VDS1022 to the four-channel, 14-bit-capable VDS6104A. Click any model for its full specifications, box contents and downloads.
Prices incl. VAT, correct at the time of writing. The “A” models switch between 8, 12 and 14 bits — 8-bit keeps the full 100 MHz at 1 GSa/s, 14-bit runs to 20 MHz at 125 MSa/s.
Frequently ordered virtual oscilloscopes
The USB scopes our customers order most — from the €90 starter to the 14-bit-capable flagship.
OWON VDS1022
2 ch · 25 MHz · 100 MSa/s · USB bus powered · the affordable starter scope
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OWON VDS1022I
2 ch · 25 MHz · isolated USB · 400 Vpk-pk input — for floating measurements
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OWON VDS3104
4 ch · 100 MHz · 1 GSa/s · 5M record — classic-series flagship
View productOWON VDS6102A
2 ch · 100 MHz · 1 GSa/s · 10 Mpts · switchable 8/12/14-bit · built-in 5 MHz generator
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Genuine OWON instruments, shipped from within the EU with full support and warranty.
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Genuine OWON instruments shipped from within the European Union.
Warranty & support
Full manufacturer warranty and technical support from our team.
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Instruments that meet European safety and compliance standards.
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Not sure which scope? Our team helps you choose the right model.
Questions about OWON virtual oscilloscopes
Technical selection guidance for choosing the right PC-based oscilloscope.
What is a virtual (PC-based) oscilloscope?
A virtual oscilloscope is a compact USB instrument that contains the analog front-end, ADC and memory of a real oscilloscope, but uses your computer for the display, controls and storage. You connect it over USB, run the OWON software, and your whole monitor becomes the oscilloscope screen — with easy screenshots, data export and remote-control (SCPI) support. It is not a simulation: the measurement hardware is real, only the screen is your PC.
What is the difference between the VDS1000/2000/3000 series and the VDS6000 series?
The classic VDS1000/2000/3000 series spans 25 to 100 MHz with 8-bit resolution and Windows software, starting at €90. The VDS6000 series is the newer platform: every model has 100 MHz bandwidth, 1 GSa/s sampling and 10 Mpts memory, the "A" models add an ADC you can switch between 8, 12 and 14 bits, connectivity is USB-C with a standard LAN port and optional Wi-Fi, and the software runs on macOS as well as Windows. The two-channel VDS6102 and VDS6102A also have a built-in 5 MHz function generator.
Which operating systems are supported?
The classic VDS1000/2000/3000 software is a free Windows download. The VDS6000 series has free software for Windows and macOS. Both families support SCPI for remote control; the VDS3102, VDS3104 and every VDS6000 model also work with LabVIEW, and the VDS6000 series adds USBTMC, LXI and raw-socket compatibility.
What does the USB isolation on the VDS1022I do?
The VDS1022I galvanically isolates its USB connection from the measurement front-end. This protects your computer if something goes wrong in the circuit under test, breaks ground loops that would otherwise add noise to the measurement, and allows a higher 400 Vpk-pk input range instead of the standard 40 Vpk-pk. If you measure on mains-referenced or floating circuits, choose the VDS1022I.
Do I need a power adapter for a virtual oscilloscope?
Usually not: all OWON virtual oscilloscopes are powered from the USB bus. An adapter is only needed for the classic series when you control it over the optional LAN interface (the adapter and power cord are then included), and the VDS6000 uses a single USB-C cable for both data and power.
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