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Automation software to manage digital workflows

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TIA Portal - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

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Last updated: November 2025

TIA Portal overview

What is TIA Portal?

Totally Integrated Automation Portal (TIA Portal) serves as a comprehensive engineering framework that provides unrestricted access to digitalized automation services. The software functions as a gateway to the Digital Enterprise, enabling digital planning, integrated engineering, and transparent operation for automation projects across various industries. TIA Portal combines essential software components including STEP 7 for PLC programming, WinCC for visualization, SINAMICS Startdrive for drive parameterization, SIMOTION SCOUT TIA for motion control, and SIMOCODE ES for parameterization of motor management systems into a unified platform.

The system features advanced capabilities that enhance engineering efficiency and operational productivity. The Industrial Engineering Copilot, a generative AI-based chatbot, allows users to interact with TIA Portal through natural language, supporting automation code generation for SIMATIC PLCs and guiding users through visualization creation. Additional functionalities include multiuser engineering for parallel work on automation projects, cloud accessibility for using current and legacy versions through a browser, and multivendor robot integration through the SIMATIC Robot Integrator app. The platform also incorporates innovative simulation tools for virtual commissioning, reducing errors and accelerating project implementation.

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TIA Portal reviews

Overall rating

4.6

/5

29

Positive reviews

93

%

Rating breakdown
  • Value for money
  • Ease of use
  • Features
  • Customer support
  • Likelihood to recommend8.5/10
Rating distribution

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3

2

1

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7

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2

0

Pros
“Its user interface and ease of use is outstanding, multiple functional blocks are ready to use, great in context.”

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“A great feature is the ability to customize the GUI to suit your needs. The application has great support and help documentation integrated.”
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Dylan E.

Software Programmer and Security Officer

“A very powerful software for programming and simulation, complete and easy at the time of programming, excellent in quality price.”
AC

Arianna C.

Estudiante

Cons
“Documentation is a little poor and not specific.”
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Paolo D.

Eng

“Once the PLC get restart it goes to stop mode automatically. I had to go to the site, hook with my laptop and had to change the PLC from STOP MODE to RUN MODE.”
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Subash S.

PLC Programmer

“Also for many HMI - KT200, KTP-600, and TPComfort Panel. Once I found an issue with the warm start option in S7-1200 and was so frustrated.”
SS

Subash S.

PLC Programmer

Who uses TIA Portal?

Based on 29 verified user reviews.

Company size

Small Businesses

Enterprises

Midsize Businesses

Top industries

Industrial Automation
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Food & Beverages
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Others

Use cases

Portal

TIA Portal's key features

Most critical features, based on insights from TIA Portal users:

Data security
File sharing
Document management
Access controls/permissions
Search/Filter
Role-Based permissions

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Features rating:

Content management
Collaboration tools

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TIA Portal support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Support options

Chat

Training options

Webinars

TIA Portal FAQs

Q. Who are the typical users of TIA Portal?

TIA Portal has the following typical customers:
Small Business

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Q. What languages does TIA Portal support?

TIA Portal supports the following languages:
English


Q. Does TIA Portal offer an API?

No, TIA Portal does not have an API available.


Q. What level of support does TIA Portal offer?

TIA Portal offers the following support options:
Chat

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