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LogixPro: Download, Pricing & System Requirements
LogixPro PLC Simulator is The Learning Pit's 1-language PLC programming environment supporting Simulates RSLogix 500/5/500. Released 2005, latest update 2020-03.
Pricing
$
USD 34 – 40
Difficulty
Beginner
2-4 weeks
OS
Windows 11
0.5+ GB RAM
Languages
LAD
IEC 61131-3
In one minute
LogixPro is best for complete beginners learning plc basics and students in technical schools and colleges. Dominant PLC simulator for education worldwide. Adoption is low (5% market share) across Global (education only).
Capability profile
Six-axis score (0–100) based on pricing, learning curve, hardware support, adoption, community, and feature depth.
LogixPro capability profile (overall 51/100)
Key features
Realistic PLC simulation (RSLogix-like interface)
Built-in industrial process simulations
Traffic lights, elevators, batch mixing, bottling line simulations
No hardware required
Instant feedback and testing
Exercises and tutorials included
Step-by-step debugging
Very affordable pricing
Runs on older/modest computers
3D animated process simulations
Pricing & licensing
Tier
$
Price range
USD 34 – 40
Pricing model
perpetual license
Free trial
Yes — Trial download (length not stated)
Educational discount
Yes
Renamed Professor Bill's LadderLab; existing LogixPro keys still work. $40 per PC key with two years of support; bulk classroom keys $34-$38 each; annual site licence $3,600/year for up to 200 seats on one campus (thelearningpit.com/pricing.html, checked 2026-10-25). Windows only.
System requirements
Operating systems
Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11
Minimum RAM
0.5 GB
Recommended RAM
1 GB
Disk space
0.1 GB
Processor
Any
Extremely lightweight, runs on very old hardware
Supported hardware
PLC families
• Simulates RSLogix 500/5/500
Capabilities
✗ HMI integration
✗ SCADA integration
✗ Variable frequency drives
✗ Safety programming
✗ Motion control
✗ Robotics integration
Pros
+Low cost ($40 per PC key)
+Perfect for absolute beginners
+No hardware needed to learn
+Realistic simulation environment
+Includes learning exercises
+Fast to get started - no complex setup
+Widely used in technical schools
+Great for understanding ladder logic fundamentals
+Low computer requirements
Cons
−Simulation only - not for real PLCs
−Limited to Allen-Bradley/RSLogix style ladder logic
−No advanced features (motion, safety, networking)
−Not a professional tool
−Updates have been infrequent
−No HMI or SCADA integration
−Limited to ladder logic only
−Not industry-recognized as a skill on resumes
Best for
Complete beginners learning PLC basics
Students in technical schools and colleges
Self-learners wanting to try PLCs without investment
LogixPro pricing falls in the $ tier (USD 34 – 40). Renamed Professor Bill's LadderLab; existing LogixPro keys still work. $40 per PC key with two years of support; bulk classroom keys $34-$38 each; annual site licence $3,600/year for up to 200 seats on one campus (thelearningpit.com/pricing.html, checked 2026-10-25). Windows only.
How do I download LogixPro?
LogixPro offers a Trial download (length not stated) free trial. Download from the official The Learning Pit website. A licensed copy ranges from USD 34 – 40 depending on edition and add-ons.
What are the system requirements for LogixPro?
LogixPro runs on Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11 with a minimum of 0.5 GB RAM (1 GB recommended) and 0.1 GB of disk space.
Which PLCs does LogixPro support?
LogixPro supports Simulation only (Allen-Bradley emulation) controllers, including Simulates RSLogix 500/5/500.
Is LogixPro hard to learn?
LogixPro is rated Beginner difficulty. Typical learning time is 2-4 weeks. Prerequisites: None - designed for absolute beginners.
Does LogixPro support all five IEC 61131-3 languages?
LogixPro supports LAD from the IEC 61131-3 standard.
Practise before you install
Try the logic before setting up LogixPro
Build and run PLC logic in your browser first, then move it into the vendor tool when you need production-specific behaviour. An independent learning tool, not vendor software.