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What are the differences between TAP II and TAP II Pro?

Both the TAP II and TAP II Pro Kiln Controllers are precise with intuitive, easy-to-use touchscreen controllers. However, there are some important differences...

Are you trying to decide between a TAP II Kiln Controller or a TAP II Kiln Controller? What’s the difference? Why is TAP II less expensive?

The TAP II and TAP II Pro Kiln Controllers provide the most advanced, easy-to-use temperature control on the market today – so how do you know which one is right for your kiln or oven build?

Here’s a quick list of differences between the TAP II Controller and the TAP II Pro Controller: 

  • The TAP II Pro Kiln Controller is capable of providing multi-zone temperature control for up to 3 independent zones. The TAP II Kiln Controller only provides temperature control for a single zone.  
  • The TAP II Pro Kiln Controller is compatible with Type K, Type R, or Type S thermocouples, with inputs for up to 3 different thermocouples. The TAP II Kiln Controller is only compatible  with Type K thermocouples and has a single thermocouple input.
  • The TAP  II Pro Kiln Controller, when paired with the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app , includes every capability as part of its Free Subscription plan (other than Remote Start) as part of our promise to legacy users. TAP II Mobile app users will need a Premium Subscription for making real-time firing adjustments, remote schedule creation and editing, and exporting logs, in addition to remote start.  
  • The TAP II Pro Kiln Controller uses a capacitive touchscreen for snappier response and better viewing angles. The TAP II Controller has a resistive touchscreen.
  • The TAP II Pro has an exclusive Cone Fire Mode that allows you to program dynamic ceramic firings far faster than ever before.


Outside of those differences, both controllers have the same features. Which one is right for you largely comes down to whether you need multi-zone temperature control or whether you only need to manage temperature for a single zone.