DipTrace Reviews & Ratings

DipTrace

4.0 out of 5 stars
BQR Reviews & Ratings

BQR

3.8 out of 5 stars

Ratings and Reviews 1 Rating

Total 4 out of 5 stars
ease 5 out of 5 stars
features 4 out of 5 stars
design 5 out of 5 stars
support 4 out of 5 stars

Ratings and Reviews 6 Ratings

Total 4 out of 5 stars
ease 3.5 out of 5 stars
features 4 out of 5 stars
design 3.5 out of 5 stars
support 4 out of 5 stars

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What is DipTrace?

DipTrace is professional electronic design automation software for schematic capture and printed circuit board layout, developed by Novarm Ltd and in continuous development since 2004. More than 30,000 engineers in over 50 countries use it, including teams at companies working in aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, and industrial electronics. For organizations evaluating EDA tools, the licensing model is the main structural difference from most alternatives. DipTrace is sold under a perpetual license: purchased once, owned permanently, with no subscription, no annual maintenance fee, and no loss of access when a term expires. Five editions range from $75 to $995 per seat depending on pin count and layer requirements, and volume, network, academic, and non-profit pricing is available. Technical support is included for every user at no extra cost, including those on the free edition. The software runs entirely offline on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with no cloud dependency and no design data leaving the workstation — a requirement for many defense and medical customers. Functionally, DipTrace covers the complete design flow in a single environment: hierarchical schematic capture with electrical rule check and SPICE simulation, board layout with interactive push-and-shove editing, shape-based autorouting, differential pair and length-matched high-speed routing, real-time design rule checking, 3D preview with STEP export, and manufacturing output in Gerber X2, ODB++, IPC-2581, and NC Drill. Version 5.3 introduced a native XML project format that works identically to the binary format, allowing designs to be managed in version control systems alongside firmware and mechanical files. Component sourcing integrates Mouser pricing data and SnapEDA libraries. Migration paths exist from Altium, KiCad, Eagle, OrCAD, EasyEDA Pro, Pulsonix, and PADS.

What is BQR?

BQRG's software suite offers patented tools for automated electronic design analysis and optimization to enhance your design processes: SynthelyzerTM ECAD Plugin supercharges PCB design by providing real-time stress analysis, derating, and thermal simulations, all while seamlessly integrating with ECAD systems to ensure optimal component choices and avert costly mistakes. fiXtress® stands out as a powerful asset in reliability engineering; featuring cutting-edge FMECA, stress, and failure predictions, it helps to prolong product life and reduce downtime significantly. When paired with Synthelyzer™, this combination leads to unmatched design optimization. CircuitHawk™ helps speed up time-to-market by identifying design issues at an early stage, and its sophisticated verification and stress analysis capabilities lay a solid groundwork for creating dependable products. apmOptimizer® is designed to enhance asset value and operational efficiency; through LCC analysis and predictive maintenance strategies, it helps lower costs, optimize spare parts inventory, and guarantees seamless operations. Finally, CARE® prioritizes product safety and ensures adherence to regulatory standards, providing a complete solution for compliance and quality assurance in your designs. This suite collectively transforms the electronic design landscape, making it more efficient and reliable.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Integrations Supported

Agile CRM
Allegro X Design Platform
BQR CARE
OrCAD X
Synthelyzerâ„¢ ECAD Plugin
Xpedition Enterprise
apmOptimizer
fiXtress

API Availability

API Availability

Pricing Information

$75 per license
Perpetual license, no subscription. Five editions: Starter $75, Lite $145, Standard $395, Extended $695, Full $995 per seat. Free edition available up to 300 pins. Volume, network, academic, and non-profit pricing available. Technical support included for all users.
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Windows
On-Prem

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Online Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Novarm Ltd

Date Founded

2004

Company Website

diptrace.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

BQR Reliability Engineering

Date Founded

1989

Company Website

www.bqr.com

Categories and Features

PCB Design

3D Visualization
Autorouting
Component Library
Design Rule Check
Differential Pair Routing
Schematic Editor

Categories and Features

Electrical Design

CAD Tools
Functions / Calculations

Engineering

Design Analysis
Electrical Engineering

FMEA

Not specified

PCB Design

Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Design Rule Check

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