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cofaso vs PLECS
Both stand on electrical design software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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cofaso 7 combines schematic, panel and documentation work with multiple exchange formats and licensing terms. Trial users should request the excluded libraries before evaluating component data.
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PLECS focuses on detailed power-electronics modeling, simulation, analysis, and optional code generation. The paid licensing structure and Blockset dependency are important when selecting an edition.
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| cofaso | PLECS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | PLECS Blockset Individual License (commercial): $8,000, paid once |
| Plans published | 8 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cofaso.com | plexim.com |
| On electrical design software | #18 of 41 | #22 of 41 |
cofaso: what it does well
- Generates extensive electrical documentation
- IEC, DIN and UL standards support
- Broad CAD and Eplan file exchange
- Single and server license options
- Support by email, WhatsApp and phone
What to know first
- Pricing available only on request
- 64-bit trial excludes parts and macro libraries
- Server license allows one simultaneous user
- Windows platform only
PLECS: what it does well
- Models converters, motor drives, and controls
- Includes electrical, thermal, mechanical, and magnetic domains
- Provides steady-state and small-signal analyses
- Supports MATLAB, Python, and Octave scripts
- Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
What to know first
- No free plan
- PLECS Blockset requires MATLAB and Simulink