A "full" STM32 simulation package for SimulIDE usually offers:
| Feature | SimulIDE | QEMU | Proteus | |---------|----------|------|---------| | Graphical circuit | Yes | No | Yes | | STM32F103 support | Basic | Full (SystemC) | Advanced | | Cycle accuracy | No | Yes | Partial | | Cost | Free | Free | $$$ | | Peripheral models | Limited | Medium | High |
SimulIDE provides a Virtual Terminal component. Connect:
Inside SimulIDE:
Project: Traffic Light Controller using STM32F103. Components:
Process:
Result: The logic of the delay functions and GPIO configuration is verified instantly without soldering. simulide stm32 full
#include "main.h" #include "gpio.h"int main(void) HAL_Init(); SystemClock_Config(); MX_GPIO_Init(); // Sets up PC13 as output (on Blue Pill)
while (1) HAL_GPIO_TogglePin(GPIOC, GPIO_PIN_13); HAL_Delay(500);
Compile this to blink.hex.
The "full" STM32 experience is thanks to open-source contributors like @jmarsden, @archcorsair, and the SimulIDE-Redux team. Recent updates (late 2025) include:
To get involved: