Quick Take
Between a complete Omron training bench with a motor, an Allen Bradley HMI trainer, a compact MicroLogix module, and a Migro starter kit, the main decision is whether you need a full learning station or just a controller you can build around. The listed prices span from $199.99 to $2,659, and the product mix separates HMI-focused training from PLC processor work. Use the comparison below to match the package to your project.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Bradley PanelView 800 Trainer 2711R-T7T | $949.99 | |
| Omron PLC Training Kit | $2,659.00 | |
| Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1000 1761-L32BWB | $299.00 | |
| Migro PLC Starter Kit | $199.99 |
Decision Matrix
- Allen Bradley PanelView 800 Trainer 2711R-T7T - Choose this when your focus is HMI programming with CCW and you want a complete HMI training station around a 7-inch PanelView 800.
- Omron PLC Training Kit - Choose this for a full PLC plus HMI bench with a motor, manual and auto modes, and room to explore logic gates and up to 100 programs.
- Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1000 1761-L32BWB - Choose this when you need a compact PLC processor module with 32 I/O for an existing control project.
- Migro PLC Starter Kit - Choose this for a controller-and-enclosure starting point that gets you into programmable logic quickly.
Product Notes
Allen Bradley PanelView 800 Trainer 2711R-T7T
This trainer is a 7-inch Ethernet color HMI bundled with a swivel base, power supply, Ethernet cable, and manuals, so you can assemble the hardware and focus on CCW programming. The title flags it as a training kit, and the free CCW software matches the PLC programming environment, making this a reasonable choice if HMI design is your goal. You will need to supply a computer and an Ethernet switch or router, and you will set a static IP for communication. Allen Bradley has many free resources, but this kit does not include lessons for the HMI, so plan to build your own practice exercises.
Omron PLC Training Kit
This kit combines an Omron CP1L-EM PLC and an MT8071ie HMI with a DC motor that has rotation and speed control in manual and auto modes. It lets you configure up to 100 programs and use logic gates such as AND, OR, XOR, NOR, and NAND, which makes it a self-contained way to move from basic outputs to more involved sequences. The manual mode for each output and the link with digital inputs give you a visible way to test programs. The limitation is that it is a complete training station rather than a small controller, so the bundle gives you more scope than a simple module purchase. It makes sense when you want everything in one package.
UNUSED Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1000 1761-L32BWB
This is a compact PLC processor module from the MicroLogix 1000 family with 32 total I/O points, 20 digital inputs, and 12 relay outputs. It runs on 24V DC, has an RS-232 communication port, and includes a 1KB EEPROM for about 737 instruction words and 437 data words. The title calls it UNUSED and the condition is new open-box, which makes it an option if you want a controller module rather than a training bundle. The limitation is that this product is specifically a processor module, so it fits a project where you already have the surrounding power, programming, and I/O hardware.
Migro PLC Starter Kit
The Migro kit is a 20-I/O PLC with 12 DC inputs and 8 relay outputs, plus a USB programming cable, a 24V input power supply that accepts 120/240VAC, and a weatherproof 9x9x4 enclosure. It includes GX Developer ladder logic software for Windows 10 32-bit, examples and data compilation, and a bonus training course that covers from basic to advanced ladder logic. It supports several FX processors, including FX0/FX0S, FX0N, FX1S, and more. With its enclosure, cable, and software included, this is a direct way to get a complete starter setup. The main limitation is the 32-bit software environment, so confirm your computer can run it before buying.
Final Recommendation
If you want one integrated training station with PLC, HMI, and a physical motor, the Omron PLC Training Kit is the strongest match. If HMI programming is your focus, the Allen Bradley PanelView 800 Trainer gives you the touch screen and training components without a full PLC bench. If you already have the surrounding control hardware and simply need a compact processor, the UNUSED Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1000 is the practical module. If you want to start with ladder logic, the Migro PLC Starter Kit gives you a direct path into programmable logic with a mounted controller.
