Logic Analyzers
TravelLogic vs Saleae Logic Pro 16
Compare the Acute TravelLogic TL4000 34-channel logic analyzer with the Saleae Logic Pro 16. Side-by-side specs, protocol support, and pricing.
The TravelLogic TL4000 and Saleae Logic Pro 16 are both USB 3.0 PC-based logic analyzers, but they target different segments of the market. The TravelLogic offers 34 channels, 2 GHz timing analysis, and 120+ protocol decoders — significantly more channel count and protocol coverage than the Saleae's 16 channels and ~20 decoders. The TravelLogic also supports state analysis at 200 MHz and device cascading for larger designs, features the Saleae does not offer.
Specification Comparison
| Specification | TravelLogic TL4000 | Saleae Logic Pro 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 34 | 16 |
| Max Timing Analysis | 2 GHz | 500 MHz |
| State Analysis | 200 MHz | Not supported |
| Protocol Decoders | 120+ | ~20 |
| Memory Depth | Up to 8 Gb | Streaming only |
| Cascading | Yes (multi-unit) | No |
| Threshold Voltage | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Interface | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
| Software Platform | Windows + Linux (beta) | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Starting Price | $1,400 | $1,500 |
Channels
TravelLogic TL4000
34
Saleae Logic Pro 16
16
Max Timing Analysis
TravelLogic TL4000
2 GHz
Saleae Logic Pro 16
500 MHz
State Analysis
TravelLogic TL4000
200 MHz
Saleae Logic Pro 16
Not supported
Protocol Decoders
TravelLogic TL4000
120+
Saleae Logic Pro 16
~20
Memory Depth
TravelLogic TL4000
Up to 8 Gb
Saleae Logic Pro 16
Streaming only
Cascading
TravelLogic TL4000
Yes (multi-unit)
Saleae Logic Pro 16
No
Threshold Voltage
TravelLogic TL4000
Adjustable
Saleae Logic Pro 16
Adjustable
Interface
TravelLogic TL4000
USB 3.0
Saleae Logic Pro 16
USB 3.0
Software Platform
TravelLogic TL4000
Windows + Linux (beta)
Saleae Logic Pro 16
Windows, Mac, Linux
Starting Price
TravelLogic TL4000
$1,400
Saleae Logic Pro 16
$1,500
Choose Acute when you need:
- More than 16 channels of digital analysis
- State analysis capability (200 MHz)
- 120+ protocol decoders for diverse bus types
- Device cascading for complex, high-channel designs
- Power sequence validation across multiple rails
Consider Saleae when you need:
- Cross-platform software (Mac, Linux support)
- Streaming-first capture workflow
- Compact form factor for field use
- Integration with Saleae's software ecosystem