LibrePCB
7.3#4 in electrical design softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitLibrePCB vs ProfiCAD
What both publish
| Fact | LibrePCB | ProfiCAD |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2013 | 1997 |
| Offline use | The software can be used fully offline; the homepage describes its online account as unnecessary. | The maker says ProfiCAD works offline and drawings stay on the user's computer. |
| Support | User help is provided through the forum, Matrix, issue tracker and community; paid support and feature development are available on request. | Users can get technical support through the site chatbot, email, FAQ, and user manual; the maker says questions are answered by the developer. |
LibrePCB plans
- FreeFree
- LibrePCBFree
ProfiCAD plans
- 30-day trialFree
- Home licenseFree
- School License$277, paid once
- Single User License$277, paid once
- Site License$827, paid once
Pick LibrePCB if…
LibrePCB suits makers, students, and professionals, from beginners to experts, who need schematic and PCB design tools. It may also suit users who want offline desktop software and self-contained projects.
Pick ProfiCAD if…
ProfiCAD is aimed at electrical engineers, electricians, panel builders, technicians, schools, hobbyists, and small or medium teams. It suits users making technical diagrams rather than PCB layouts, 3D models, or complex CAD work.