Interactive MODBUS Protocol Comparator
An interactive tool to explore, compare, and understand the key differences between MODBUS RS485 and TCP/IP.
Head-to-Head Comparison
This radar chart provides an at-a-glance comparison of the two protocols across key performance and structural metrics. Use this to quickly identify the relative strengths and weaknesses of each option.
Which Protocol Should I Choose?
This interactive tool helps you decide which protocol best fits your project's needs. Click on the priority that is most important to your application to see our recommendation.
The Hybrid Approach: Using Gateways
You don't always have to choose one protocol over the other. In many real-world scenarios, a hybrid network using a MODBUS Gateway is the most practical solution. This allows modern Ethernet-based systems to communicate with legacy serial devices, giving you the best of both worlds.
(TCP/IP)
(TCP ↔ RTU)
(RS485)