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KiCad vs LibrePCB
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| Fact | KiCad | LibrePCB |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 3.1k | 3k |
| Latest | 10.0.7 | 2.1.1 |
| Last push | 2026-10-19 | 2026-10-12 |
| Release cadence | about 35 days between releases | about 25 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 16+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
LibrePCB replaces KiCad. Alternatives to KiCad →
PartialLibrary-centred schematic and board editor with a smaller component set.
KiCad
- 10.0.72026-10-16The KiCad project is proud to announce the version 10.0.7 bug fix release.
- 10.0.62026-08-29The KiCad project is proud to announce the version 10.0.6 bug fix release.
- 10.0.52026-07-22The KiCad project is proud to announce the version 10.0.5 bug fix release.
- 10.0.42026-06-21The KiCad project is proud to announce the version 10.0.4 bug fix release.
- 10.0.32026-05-20The KiCad project is proud to announce the version 10.0.3 bug fix release.
KiCad
unsigned The latest release, 10.0.7, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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LibrePCB
unsigned The latest release, 2.1.1, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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