Pylon vs. Aurora Solar

Pylon offers an easy-to-use design software that enables you to generate precise proposals in under two minutes from virtually anywhere. As a unique feature, Pylon allows users to access high-resolution imagery directly within the application. The software also includes an award-winning 3D Solar Shading toolkit, which assists in identifying and monitoring shading effects throughout the seasons. With Pylon's load profile analysis and interval data analysis, your team can gain valuable insights into customer consumption trends. By examining load profiles and interval data, you can make more informed decisions. The use of interactive Web and PDF proposals, along with native eSignatures, can significantly enhance your ability to finalize solar proposals. Additionally, Pylon provides a fully integrated solar Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system that seamlessly works with its design software to streamline the proposal conversion process. The Pylon Solar CRM includes features such as two-way SMS and email communication, team and lead management, as well as ready-made deal pipelines to optimize your workflow. This comprehensive solution ensures that your team can collaborate effectively while maximizing opportunities in the solar industry.

With merely an address and an electricity bill, it is possible to develop an entire engineering design and sales proposal effectively. The software designed for solar design and sales enables users to efficiently create and quote systems from the comfort of their desks. Utilizing Aurora's advanced irradiance engines, which boast NREL-validated solar accessibility values, users can achieve results that are statistically comparable to traditional on-site shade measuring methods. Additionally, you can generate reliable Shade Reports that are recognized by prominent rebate authorities and utilities, such as NYSERDA, MassCEC, and ONCOR. Aurora's commercial suite stands out as the sole commercial-grade solar design software tailored for commercial and industrial projects. It incorporates specialized financial analysis and design tools that cater specifically to C&I projects. With fill zones, users can swiftly design standard PV systems. Moreover, the platform allows for comprehensive analysis and enables calculation of depreciation tax shields without the need to exit the application, streamlining the entire solar project workflow. This functionality ensures that users have everything they need for effective project management and financial planning in one place.