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Head-to-head · Solar Software

OpenSolar vs PVcase

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score OpenSolar #1 in Solar Software 9.2/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 5 features Visit OpenSolar
PVcase #5 in Solar Software 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 4 of 5 features Visit PVcase

OpenSolar leads on 0 checks, PVcase 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 scoreOpenSolar · 9.2/10
  • Free planonly OpenSolar
  • Free trialonly OpenSolar
  • Most featuresPVcase · 4 of 5

OpenSolar scores higher on our rubric for solar software: 9.2 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

OpenSolar is the better fit for solar teams wanting an end-to-end workflow at no cost. PVcase is the better fit for mid-market and enterprise solar project teams.

  • OpenSolar fits best

    Solar teams wanting an end-to-end workflow at no cost

  • PVcase fits best

    Mid-market and enterprise solar project teams

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Side by side

Feature OpenSolar 9.2/10 Visit ↗ PVcase 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.5
Ranking #1 in Solar Software #5 in Solar Software
Best for Solar teams wanting an end-to-end workflow at no cost Mid-market and enterprise solar project teams
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price — Pricing on request
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Desktop
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows
Support Docs Email, Live chat, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, GDPR, 2FA GDPR
Integrations 10 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features OpenSolar 0/5 · PVcase 4/5
PV design & simulation Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Financial modeling Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Proposal builder Not checked yet ✓ (best)
System monitoring Not checked yet Not checked yet
Permit documentation Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Deployment platform Not checked yet Web
Our review
Pros
  • Free core app includes design, proposals and project management.
  • Combines CRM, financing, e-signature, payments and equipment ordering.
  • Web and mobile apps, plus integrations with tools such as Xero and Google Calendar.
  • Creates terrain-adaptive 2D and 3D layouts with shading and yield simulation
  • Connects design and energy workflows with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and PVsyst
  • Produces electrical designs, financial models, and construction documentation
Cons
  • API access and selected connectors are paid add-ons.
  • API and connector pricing varies by region or organization.
  • API access has a 30-day free trial rather than being part of the free core app.
  • Pricing is customized and requires a request for pricing
  • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of teams seeking a narrow design tool
  • Ground Mount and Roof Mount are AutoCAD-based design products
Our verdict

Solar installers and electrification professionals can use OpenSolar to manage work from system design through project delivery. Its free Core OpenSolar app combines AI-assisted solar design, customizable proposals, CRM, project…

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PVcase brings site selection, solar design, energy modeling, and project outputs into one development platform. It is aimed at developers, engineers, EPCs, and energy-yield teams handling utility-scale or commercial rooftop work. The…

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  1. OpenSolarSolar Software 9.2Free plan · 30-day trial
  2. PVcaseSolar Software 8.5Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • OpenSolar — where it wins

    • Free core app includes design, proposals and project management.
    • Combines CRM, financing, e-signature, payments and equipment ordering.
    • Web and mobile apps, plus integrations with tools such as Xero and Google Calendar.

    Where it doesn't

    • API access and selected connectors are paid add-ons.
    • API and connector pricing varies by region or organization.
    • API access has a 30-day free trial rather than being part of the free core app.

  • PVcase — where it wins

    • Creates terrain-adaptive 2D and 3D layouts with shading and yield simulation
    • Connects design and energy workflows with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and PVsyst
    • Produces electrical designs, financial models, and construction documentation

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is customized and requires a request for pricing
    • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of teams seeking a narrow design tool
    • Ground Mount and Roof Mount are AutoCAD-based design products
  • OpenSolar9.2/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A free core app covers solar design, sales and project management in one workflow.

    Visit OpenSolarFull verdict →
  • PVcase8.5/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad solar design and development suite for terrain-aware, large-scale projects.

    Visit PVcaseFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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