Product comparison
Simrad TP22 vs Simrad TP32
Simrad TP22 vs TP32: how to compare two tillerpilots by the actual boat, drive requirement, existing fittings and complete replacement cost.
- Option 1
- Simrad TP22
- Option 2
- Simrad TP32
The TP22 and TP32 belong to the same tillerpilot family, making it tempting to choose entirely on price or model number. The useful comparison starts with the yacht’s loaded condition and the drive requirement. Shared styling and a familiar control layout do not make the two units mechanically equivalent.
Side by side
Simrad TP22 vs Simrad TP32: specifications and installation
| Criterion | Simrad TP22 | Simrad TP32 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering arrangement | Cockpit tiller drive | Cockpit tiller drive |
| Connection family | SimNet/NMEA | SimNet/NMEA |
| Selection evidence | Check TP22 specification against the loaded yacht | Check TP32 specification against the same yacht |
| Replacement scope | Confirm existing TP22 fittings and service options | Confirm TP32 fitting and cable requirements |
Specifications and installation scope from manufacturer documentation. Any AUD prices shown are indicative; confirm current package contents and installed costs with a dealer.
Which should you choose?
Choose if
Which autopilot configuration suits your boat?
Choose Simrad TP22 if…
- The supplier confirms TP22 is suitable for the loaded yacht and planned use.
Choose Simrad TP32 if…
- The assessed requirement supports choosing TP32 and the complete installation is confirmed.
Send the same boat brief to each supplier
Include the loaded displacement information available, tiller geometry, steering condition and intended trips. Identify uncertain measurements rather than filling them with guesses. Ask the supplier to state which specification determines the selection. This makes two quotes comparable and exposes a recommendation based only on boat length.
Plan the changeover before purchasing
Ask whether the existing electrical feed, connector, mounting socket and tiller pin can remain with the selected unit. Keep written confirmation with the boat’s documents. If you intend to alternate two pilots, have the installer assess both configurations, including stowage and cable protection; a shared family name is insufficient evidence of interchangeability.
The systems in this comparison
Questions
Simrad TP22 vs Simrad TP32: frequently asked questions
Is TP32 always the better value?
No. Value depends on suitability, installation and support. Extra capability that does not address a requirement may not justify the complete cost.
Do the shared connections guarantee every instrument feature?
No. Check the source device, protocol and supported function, not just the connection family.
Can I carry TP22 as a spare for a TP32 installation?
Only if the TP22 itself suits the boat and its deployment is confirmed. A spare should not be assumed suitable because it belongs to the same product family.
Manufacturer sources for this comparison
Source-based comparison checked 2 October 2026. No comparative sea trial is claimed.
Autopilot training after installation
The best pack badly understood is a worse autopilot than a modest one used well. A half-day handover covers modes, override, alarms and a failure drill.