2026 Comparison
SolarWright vs OpenSolar
OpenSolar's free tier sounds great - until you hit the limits. Here's how they compare.
SolarWright
$169/mo flat- ✓Branded proposals with e-signature, jobs, and invoicing in one place
- ✓Cash-purchase savings, payback, and 25-year ROI built into every proposal
- ✓System sizing with real production modeling
- ✓Dedicated support - not community forums
OpenSolar
Public list varies- ✓Free tier available for low-volume installers
- ✓Good basic proposal UI
- ✓Open API for custom integrations
- ✗Free tier limits proposals per month
- ✗Paid plans vary. We do not invent their price.
- ✗Limited permit generation
- ✗Weak customer support - mostly community forum
- ✗No built-in financing integration
Feature comparison
| Feature | SolarWright | OpenSolar |
|---|---|---|
| System Sizing | ✓ | Basic |
| Permit Package Generation | ✗ | Limited |
| Financing Integrations | ✗ | ✗ |
| HOA Approval Workflow | ✗ | ✗ |
| Utility Interconnect Tracking | ✗ | ✓ |
| Free Tier | ✗ | Limited (proposal caps) |
| 14-Day Free Trial | ✓ | ✗ |
| Dedicated Support | ✓ | Community forum |
| Starting Paid Price | $169/mo | Public list varies |
| Proposal Customization | Full branding | Limited on free |
Pricing comparison
OpenSolar has a free design tier. We do not invent their paid price. SolarWright is $169/mo flat for a proposal with current ITC math.
SolarWright
$169/mo
or $1,690/yr (2 months free)
- ✓ All features included
- ✓ 14-day free trial
- ✓ No setup fees
- ✓ Cancel anytime
OpenSolar
Public list varies
Free design tier exists. We do not invent a paid dollar figure.
- ✗ Often requires annual contract
- ✗ Onboarding fees common
- ✗ Features locked behind tiers
- ✗ Limited or no free trial
SolarWright vs OpenSolar: FAQ
Is OpenSolar really free?
OpenSolar has a free design tier. Paid plans vary. We do not invent their price. SolarWright is $169/mo flat with a 14-day trial.
Does SolarWright have a free option?
SolarWright doesn't have a permanently free tier, but it offers a 14-day free trial with full access - no credit card required. You can complete real, client-ready proposals during your trial.
Which is better for a growing solar company?
SolarWright - it includes faster proposals, production and ROI modeling, e-signature, and follow-ups that OpenSolar charges extra for or doesn't offer at all.
Start a 14-day SolarWright trial
14-day free trial. No credit card. No contracts. Cancel anytime.
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