LibrePCB vs Horizon EDA

Struggling to choose between LibrePCB and Horizon EDA? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

LibrePCB is a Development solution with tags like pcb, eda, schematic-capture, routing.

It boasts features such as Schematic editor, PCB editor, Library manager, Design rule checks, 3D visualization, Export to PDF/PNG/SVG, Import Eagle/KiCad projects, Undo/Redo, Multi-language support and pros including Free and open source, Cross-platform (Windows/Mac/Linux), Intuitive user interface, Active development and community support, Powerful editing tools, No size/layer limits.

On the other hand, Horizon EDA is a Development product tagged with pcb-design, schematic-capture, autorouting, 3d-preview.

Its standout features include Schematic capture, PCB layout, Autorouting, Design rule checking, 3D preview, and it shines with pros like User-friendly interface, Powerful features for a free tool, Good component library, Multi-layer PCB support, Gerber file export.

Feature	LibrePCB	Horizon EDA
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Development	Development

Product Overview

LibrePCB

Description: LibrePCB is an open source electronics design automation application for printed circuit boards. It allows schematic capture and PCB layout/routing with an intuitive user interface.

Horizon EDA

Description: Horizon EDA is an electronic design automation (EDA) software used for printed circuit board (PCB) design and layout. It provides schematic capture, PCB layout, autorouting, design rule checking, and 3D preview capabilities in an integrated environment.

Key Features Comparison

LibrePCB Features

• Schematic editor
• PCB editor
• Library manager
• Design rule checks
• 3D visualization
• Export to PDF/PNG/SVG
• Import Eagle/KiCad projects
• Undo/Redo
• Multi-language support

Horizon EDA Features

• Schematic capture
• PCB layout
• Autorouting
• Design rule checking
• 3D preview

Pros & Cons Analysis

LibrePCB

Pros

• Free and open source
• Cross-platform (Windows/Mac/Linux)
• Intuitive user interface
• Active development and community support
• Powerful editing tools
• No size/layer limits

Cons

• Limited library compared to proprietary options
• Steep learning curve for beginners
• Lacks some advanced/niche features
• May have bugs due to rapid development

Horizon EDA

Pros

• User-friendly interface
• Powerful features for a free tool
• Good component library
• Multi-layer PCB support
• Gerber file export

Cons

• Limited file import/export options
• No simulation or SPICE support
• Limited customization options
• No version control
• Limited licensing options

Pricing Comparison

LibrePCB

• Open Source

Horizon EDA

• Free
• Freemium