librepcb ☆
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Description:
EDA software to develop printed circuit boards
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.0.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @LibrePCB  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: electronics eda pcb hardware design cad
Install: brew install --cask librepcb
About:
LibrePCB is a free, open-source EDA software suite for designing printed circuit boards. It features a modern, cross-platform workflow with an integrated library manager and a powerful design rule checker. The tool aims to make PCB design accessible and efficient for hobbyists and professionals alike.
Key Features:
  • Cross-platform (Linux, macOS, Windows)
  • Integrated library manager with online library
  • Modern graphical user interface
  • Design Rule Check (DRC) and electrical rule check
  • Version control friendly file format
Use Cases:
  • Designing custom PCBs for electronics projects
  • Creating schematics and layouts for educational purposes
  • Developing open-source hardware designs
Alternatives:
  • KiCad – KiCad is a more mature, industry-standard tool with a larger community, while LibrePCB offers a more streamlined and modern user experience.
  • Eagle – Eagle is a proprietary tool with a free tier, whereas LibrePCB is fully open-source and free without restrictions.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 28, 2026 4:16pm 2.0.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 6be808e5
Sep 2, 2025 8:12pm 1.3.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 51b87aed
Jul 2, 2024 11:09pm 1.1.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 491862b5
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