Comparison

Sunbase Solar Designer vs Asun

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sunbase Solar Designer

Design 3D solar and roofing layouts with advanced tools. Measure roofs, add obstacles like trees, and generate detailed performance simulations with shading analysis for accurate reports.

Highlights
  • 3D solar and roofing design
  • Roof measurement tools
  • Obstacle placement (trees)
  • Lidar data integration
  • Performance simulations
  • Shading analysis reports
Features
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Create 3D Solar and Roofing Designs, measure roofs, apply setbacks, draw trees, pull lidar and run performance simulations with shading data to create accurate shading reports.

About

Asun

Features
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Asun-Design is your essential companion for simplifying the complex process of obtaining solar design permits. This innovative app is designed to empower solar professionals, installers, and homeowners with the tools and resources needed to navigate the intricate web of regulations and requirements associated with solar installations. Say goodbye to paperwork headaches and streamline the permitting process with Asun-Design. Key Features: Interactive Solar Design: Create accurate solar system designs with ease. The app provides a user-friendly interface to input project specifications, including system size, location, and equipment. It automatically generates compliant designs based on your input. Permit Document Generation: Asun-Design generates permit application documents, including forms, diagrams, and technical drawings, customized to meet the requirements of your local permitting authority. Real-Time Permit Tracking: Stay organized by tracking the progress of your permit applications. Asun-Design provides real-time updates on the status of your submissions and notifies you of any required actions. Document Repository: Store and manage all permit-related documents in one secure digital repository. Easily access and share documents with permitting authorities, contractors, and clients. Local Jurisdiction Integration: Asun-Design integrates with local permitting databases and authorities in various US regions, simplifying the submission process by pre-filling forms and facilitating direct communication. In-App Support: Access a comprehensive knowledge base and expert guidance to answer your questions and troubleshoot issues related to permitting and solar design. Community Collaboration: Connect with other solar professionals and enthusiasts within the Asun-Design community to share experiences, tips, and best practices for successful solar permit applications. Permit Fee Estimation: Estimate permit fees based on your project's specifications and location, helping you budget accurately for your solar installation. Asun-Design is your go-to solution for designing and obtaining solar permits in the US. Whether you're a seasoned solar professional or a homeowner embarking on a solar journey, this app simplifies the permitting process, reduces administrative burdens, and ensures that your solar project is compliant with local regulations.

Screenshots

Sunbase Solar Designer3 screens
Asun4 screens

Verdict

The call

Sunbase Solar Designer and Asun are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Sunbase Solar Designer versus Asun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSunbase Solar DesignerAsun
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJared DubinHitaksh Sachar

In-app purchases

None

Sunbase Solar Designer

No in-app purchases

None

Asun

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sunbase Solar Designer free?
Sunbase Solar Designer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Asun free?
Asun is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sunbase Solar Designer or Asun have ads?
Neither Sunbase Solar Designer nor Asun shows ads.

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