ExtendSim
7.2#2 in simulation softwareFrom $10,000 a yearWebAPISelf-hostedWindows
VisitExtendSim vs OrCAD X
What both publish
| Fact | ExtendSim | OrCAD X |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1987 | 1988 |
| Headquarters | ANDRITZ Inc. is listed at 13560 Morris Road, Suite 1250, Alpharetta, GA 30004 USA. | San Jose, California, USA |
| License limits | An Individual license is for one identified user on one computer, and shared use or network or internet use is prohibited under that license option. | Single-user cloud licenses allow installation on up to five computers with only one device active at a time; cloud floating licenses and license borrowing are not supported. |
| Purpose | ExtendSim simulates processes to help decision-makers assess opportunities for improvement and determine system configurations. | OrCAD X is an AI-enabled electronic design automation platform for schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation, aimed at small to medium-sized businesses designing medium-complexity boards. |
ExtendSim plans
- Analysis RunTime (Individual)$495, paid once
- ExtendSim CP (Individual)$995, paid once
- ExtendSim DE (Individual)$3,495, paid once
- ExtendSim Pro (Individual)$4,995, paid once
- ExtendSim Cloud (up to 4 instances)$10,000 a year
- ExtendSim Cloud Subscription (up to 4 instances)Priced on request
OrCAD X plans
- OrCAD X Professional—
- OrCAD X Professional Plus—
- OrCAD X Standard—
Pick ExtendSim if…
ExtendSim suits decision-makers modeling processes and comparing system configurations. It is intended for users with a supported Windows setup or the ability to run Windows on a Mac.
Pick OrCAD X if…
OrCAD X is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses working on medium-complexity circuit boards. Its simulation and mechanical-design integrations may suit teams that need those workflows alongside PCB design.