2026 Comparison
SolarWright vs OpenSolar
OpenSolar's free tier sounds great — until you hit the limits. Here's how they compare.
SolarWright
From $129/mo- ✓Permit packages + interconnect tracking + HOA workflow in one
- ✓Financing integrations built-in (Mosaic, Goodleap, Sunlight)
- ✓AI-assisted sizing and layout optimization
- ✓Dedicated support — not community forums
OpenSolar
Free–$199/mo- ✓Free tier available for low-volume installers
- ✓Good basic proposal UI
- ✓Open API for custom integrations
- ✗Free tier limits proposals per month
- ✗$199/mo jump with no mid-tier option
- ✗Limited permit generation
- ✗Weak customer support — mostly community forum
- ✗No built-in financing integration
Feature comparison
| Feature | SolarWright | OpenSolar |
|---|---|---|
| AI 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 | $129/mo | $199/mo |
| Proposal Customization | Full branding | Limited on free |
Pricing comparison
OpenSolar offers a free tier but limits proposals, and the paid plan jumps to $199/mo without much in between. SolarWright keeps it simple.
SolarWright
$129/mo
or $1290/yr (2 months free)
- ✓ All features included
- ✓ 14-day free trial
- ✓ No setup fees
- ✓ Cancel anytime
OpenSolar
Free–$199/mo
offers a free tier but limits proposals, and the paid plan jumps to $199/mo without much in between
- ✗ 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 tier, but it limits the number of proposals you can send per month. Once you grow beyond that, you're looking at $199/mo — a bigger jump than SolarWright's $129/mo with no limits.
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 proposals and permits during your trial.
Which is better for a growing solar company?
SolarWright — it includes permit packages, financing integrations, HOA workflows, and utility interconnect tracking that OpenSolar charges extra for or doesn't offer at all.
See why solar installation contractors choose SolarWright
14-day free trial. No credit card. No contracts. Cancel anytime.
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