Head-to-head · Electrical Design Software
ETAP vs EasyPower
ETAP leads on 0 checks, EasyPower on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreETAP · 8.9/10
- Free trialonly ETAP
ETAP scores higher on our rubric for electrical design software: 8.9 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #15.
On deployment, ETAP gives you Hybrid where EasyPower offers Desktop.
ETAP is the better fit for power-system engineering teams needing field workflows. EasyPower is the better fit for building power studies and arc-flash analysis.
- ETAP fits best
Power-system engineering teams needing field workflows
- EasyPower fits best
Building power studies and arc-flash analysis
Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.
Side by side
| Feature | ETAP 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | EasyPower 7.9/10 Visit ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 7.9 |
| Ranking | #1 in Electrical Design Software | #15 in Electrical Design Software |
| Best for | Power-system engineering teams needing field workflows | Building power studies and arc-flash analysis |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Desktop, Cloud, Mobile | Desktop |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, iOS, Android | Windows |
| Support | Phone, Docs | Phone, Tickets, Docs |
| Integrations | 7 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ETAP 4/4 · EasyPower 4/4 | ||
| Schematic capture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Panel design | ✓ | ✓ |
| Standards libraries | ✓ | ✓ |
| MCAD integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Electrical simulation | Advanced | Advanced |
| Deployment | Hybrid | Desktop |
| Our review | ||
| Pros |
|
|
| Cons |
|
|
| Our verdict | ETAP is an electrical power-system software platform for utilities, infrastructure, buildings, industrial organizations, transportation operators, and engineering teams. Its scope covers intelligent single-line diagram modeling, load-flow… Read the review → |
EasyPower is computer-aided engineering software for designing, analyzing, and documenting industrial, utility, commercial, and facility electrical power systems. It is aimed at electrical engineers, contractors, electricians, plant… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ETAP — where it wins
- Combines single-line modeling with load-flow and short-circuit analysis
- Supports coordination, harmonics, cable sizing, and panel schedules
- Connects desktop, web, mobile, APIs, and engineering software
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a sales quote rather than published numeric prices
- Advanced protection and harmonics features require higher plans
- The 30-day offer is a trial/demo, not a perpetual free plan
EasyPower — where it wins
- Combines one-line design with short-circuit, power-flow, and arc-flash analysis.
- Supports coordination, harmonics, equipment sizing, and panel schedules.
- Connects with Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, and manufacturer equipment libraries.
Where it doesn't
- Windows-only desktop deployment limits platform flexibility.
- Pricing requires contacting sales and varies by features and bus count.
- There is no free plan for ongoing use.
- ETAP8.9/10 · Pricing on request · 30-day trial
A broad electrical engineering platform for modeling, analysis, field workflows, and automation.
Visit ETAPFull verdict → - EasyPower7.9/10 · Pricing on request
A deep Windows desktop suite for power studies, arc-flash analysis, and documentation.
Visit EasyPowerFull verdict →
More comparisons
- ETAP vs Trimble Electrical Designer
- ETAP vs EPLAN Electric P8
- ETAP vs KiCad
- ETAP vs OrCAD X
- ETAP vs Altium Designer
- ETAP vs CYME
- ETAP vs Simscape Electrical
All electrical design software comparisons → · Full ranking →
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Last updated · How we research and update




