LibrePCB
7.3#4 in electrical design softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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Proteus PCB Design
5.5#32 in electrical design softwareWindows
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| Fact | LibrePCB | Proteus PCB Design |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2013 | 1988 |
| Support | User help is provided through the forum, Matrix, issue tracker and community; paid support and feature development are available on request. | Direct technical support is free for professional users, with email support preferred for project issues and a typical email response time of one to two working days. |
LibrePCB plans
- FreeFree
- LibrePCBFree
Proteus PCB Design plans
- Proteus Design Suite (commercial packages)Priced on request
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 Proteus PCB Design if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.