Design PCBs with AI
Design PCBs in your browser with AI that handles the hard parts, get real-time collaboration, and there’s no install.
From idea to PCB with the help of AI
Work with Flux.ai like an AI hardware engineer: handling complex tasks, learning your standards, explaining its decisions, and collaborating with you at every step.
Describe
Tell Flux what you're building. AI maps out your schematic and BOM.
Design
Refine your layout with AI-assisted routing and real-time collaboration.
Manufacture
Export Gerbers, BOM, and pick-and-place files, then order from any manufacturer.
5 reasons why engineers switch to Flux
More than traditional EDA. A cloud-native, AI-powered design platform.
1. AI That Handles the Tedious Work
Flux AI takes on part research, component placement, route optimization, and design rule checks so you spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time on the design that matters.
"From hours to minutes on routing iterations"
2. Real-Time Collaboration, Like Google Docs for Hardware
Multiple engineers on the same board, at the same time. Comment, review, and iterate without emailing files back and forth. Version history built in.
Teams ship 40% faster with real-time review
3. Browser-Based — No Install, No License Keys
Open a tab and start designing. Flux runs entirely in your browser with no downloads, no license management, no OS compatibility headaches. Works on Mac, Windows, Linux, Chromebook.
4. Schematic to Manufacturing in One Platform
Schematic capture, PCB layout, simulation, BOM generation, and Gerber export are all in one workflow. No more switching between tools, no file format juggling.
5. Start Free, Scale When Ready
Flux has plans for individual builders and growing teams. See current pricing.
PCB design features in Flux
More than traditional PCB design tools. A cloud-native, AI-powered PCB design software platform.
AI-Powered Design Assistance
Flux AI handles part research, schematic generation, component placement, routing, and design rule checks. Describe what you want to build, and AI delivers a starting point you can refine.
Schematic Capture
Create and edit schematics with a full component library. Every change syncs instantly to your PCB layout, keeping your design consistent throughout.
PCB Layout and Routing
Place components, define board outlines, and route traces with AI assistance. Flux supports multi-layer designs with impedance-aware routing and real-time DRC.
Live Component Data
Design with real-time inventory, pricing, and alternate part suggestions. Your BOM is always sourced and ready to order.
SPICE Simulation
Validate your design before manufacturing with built-in SPICE simulation. Test circuits, verify parameters, and catch issues early.
Cloud Collaboration
Work with your team in real time on the same schematic and layout. Built-in version control, comments, and role-based permissions keep everyone aligned.
How Flux Compares to Legacy Tools
Work with Flux.ai like an AI hardware engineer: handling complex tasks, learning your standards, explaining its decisions, and collaborating with you at every step.
Legacy EDA
Desktop install required
100% Browser-based
Design alone, email files
Real-time multiplayer
No AI assistance
AI help built-in
$10K+/seat licenses
Free to start
Why are engineers switch to Flux
Loved by engineers pushing hardware design forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of boards can I design in Flux?
Flux supports professional multi-layer PCBs up to eight layers used in IoT devices, wearables, and robotics. Built to go all the way from prototype to production. Featured projects
Can I import projects from Altium, Cadence, or KiCad?
Yes. Flux imports complete projects from Altium, Cadence OrCAD and Allegro, KiCad, Siemens PADS and Xpedition, Zuken CADSTAR, Eagle, Fusion Electronics, EasyEDA, DipTrace (XML export), and SOLIDWORKS PCB. Schematics, parts, connections, board outlines, and placement come across. Flux imports Labcenter Proteus SDF netlists with Specctra board exports. IPC-2581 revision B and C files become board projects with reusable footprint parts. IDF 2.0 and 3.0 board files become board projects with the outline, cutouts, drilled and mounting holes, part placements, and 3D part heights. Altium, OrCAD, PADS, KiCad, Eagle, Fusion Electronics, EasyEDA, and DipTrace part libraries, Allegro footprints, and JEP30 part models become Flux parts. Ask Flux to continue the imported design with mechanical parts, firmware, and manufacturing files.
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Can I export for manufacturing?
Yes. Flux exports Gerbers, drill files, BoM, pick-and-place, and standard netlists for fabrication and downstream tools. Exporting projects
Is my data secure?
Yes. Flux encrypts data in transit and at rest and runs on SOC 2-aligned cloud infrastructure with SSO and project-level permissions. Read more about privacy statement.
How capable is the AI — and what are its limits?
Flux is an AI hardware engineer that works alongside you — powerful, transparent, and collaborative. It explains changes, shows reasoning, and checks in before key steps.
How does Flux perform in the browser?
Flux is built to feel like a desktop-class tool without installs: large, multi-layer designs run smoothly in a modern browser, with real-time collaboration built in. Learn how to setup your browser to ensure the best possible experience.
How much does Flux cost?
Eligible individual plans include a free trial; Teams subscriptions start paid. Build supports a first board. Pro supports product delivery. Teams supports organizations. See current pricing.
How do I get help if I’m stuck?
You’re not alone. Our team and community are available at help@flux.ai, with docs, Youtube videos, and fast support when you need it.
How is Flux different from traditional ECAD tools?
Flux is full ECAD rebuilt for the AI era: browser-based, collaborative, connected to live parts data, and guided by explainable AI. See KiCAD vs. Flux, EasyEDA vs. Flux to learn about key differences.
