A self-contained simulator that runs MIPS32 programs
Publisher’s description
What is SPIM?
SPIM by James Larus is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 21.5 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 9.1.24, released on August 4, 2023. The version history goes back to March 30, 2021: 3 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 1.3 releases a year. The last update is more than a year old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- No update for more than a year
In short: SPIM is an open-source Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is SPIM safe to download?
- The file is served by sourceforge.net, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
C066D2C136EB2B35D3D247EB24CBD5437F012772FCC42D3A399E3F91AE577E53· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 3 versions ›3 versions over 2 years · about 1.3 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.1.24Latest | August 4, 2023 | 21.5 MB | 32-bit MSI |
| 9.1.23 | December 6, 2021 | — | 32-bit MSI |
| 9.1.21 | March 30, 2021 | — | 32-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id JamesLarus.SPIM -emsiexec /i download /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {BF588941-3A73-421F-A619-CDABFF1ACBC7} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install spimInformation
- Publisher
- James Larus
- Licence
- BSD
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 9.1.24
- Released
- August 4, 2023
- Added to the catalogue
- March 30, 2021
- Versions listed
- 3
- Updates / year
- 1.3
- Website
- spimsimulator.sourceforge.net
- winget ID
- JamesLarus.SPIM
- MSI product code
- {BF588941-3A73-421F-A619-CDABFF1ACBC7}
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Frequently asked questions
Is SPIM free?
Yes. SPIM is open-source software under the BSD licence.
Is SPIM safe to download?
The download comes from sourceforge.net, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install SPIM with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can SPIM be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does SPIM run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of SPIM?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 30, 2021.
Can I use SPIM without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.