Is that wiTech MicroPod 2 with Software?

I just purchase a MicroPod II from Ebay. It’s just the POD and the USB cable. So I saw some people say that the software is separate. I just need info as to what I need to do to activate it and be able to use it for diagnostics. I know for programming I have to buy the subscription, but how does programming work? Do I have to buy the software and then the programming subscription? Does the programming go through the software? I’m looking online to see if I find any info on this, but would like to know from someone who has experience in dealing with this. Thank you!