HMI Pad vs Bootstrap Studio

Comparing the features of HMI Pad to Bootstrap Studio

Feature
HMI Pad
Bootstrap Studio

Capability Features

Advanced Code Editing
Blog and Ecommerce Components
Cloud Storage for Projects
Component Libraries
CSS Animations
Custom Domains
Custom HMI Editor
Dashboard Creation
Documentation Available
Reference ManualQuick Start Guide
Drag and Drop Editor
Encrypted Communication
Export Clean HTML
Exports Static HTML
Free Hosting Slots
5
HTTPS Support
Import Existing Websites
Install on Unlimited Computers
Local Wireless PLC Network Access
Native iPad Apps
HMI Draw appHMI View appHMI Pad Service
No Usage Limits
One-Click Publishing
Physical iPad Security
PLC Validation Codes
Process and KPI Tracking
Project Separation in View App
Real-Time Monitoring
Realtime Preview
Remote Access
Responsive Design Support
Run-Only Mode for End Users
Runs Fully Offline
SCADA Features Included
Scalable Process Data
From a few to a million process variables
SEO Optimization
Smart Forms
Unlimited Websites
Works for All Skill Levels

Integration Features

Bootstrap Framework Versions
Bootstrap 3Bootstrap 4Bootstrap 5
Google Fonts Integration
HTML and ASP.net Compatibility
HTMLASP.net
iOS Compatibility
Lottie Animation Support
Major PLC Brand Support
Allen Bradley LogixAllen Bradley SLC 5 and MicrologixMitsubishi FXMitsubishi Q/LOmronOpto22Schneider ElectricSiemens S7WagoBeckhoffOther PLCs, RTUs over TCPOther PLCs, RTUs over serial line
Native Communication Protocols
Ethernet/IPPCCC embedded in Ethernet/IPMelsec MC-1EMelsec MC-3E (coming soon)Fins/TCPOpto22/NativeModbus/TCPSiemens ISO/TCP
Non-Native Communication Protocols
Modbus/TCPModbus/RTU
Supported File Formats
HTMLCSSJSJSONSASSImages
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 10+macOSLinux
Vector Icon Libraries

Limitation Features

Melsec MC-3E Protocol Coming Soon
Coming soon
No Built-in CSV Import/Export Mentioned
No CMS Required
No Explicit Pricing Plan Details
No Explicit User/Project Limits Listed
No Free Tier
No Free Tier Mentioned
No Windows/Android Support Stated

Pricing Features

30 Day Refund Policy
Free Templates Library
1 premium template (Standard)2 premium templates (Lifetime)
Free Upgrades Duration (Lifetime)
Forever
Free Upgrades Duration (Standard)
1 year
Free Web Hosting Duration (Lifetime)
For life
Free Web Hosting Duration (Standard)
1 year
Lifetime Plan Price
$59 USD
No Subscription Fees
One-time Purchase
Standard Plan Price
$29 USD