Virto.CAD Reviews & Product Details

Integrates within Autocad structure and therefore easy to jump between each product. The software is pretty intuitive in the you can import a location from Plex earth or a jpg of the location and draw a boundary outline, then use the frame designer and add the frames to the drawing and the software will layout the frames to fill the boundary, add the stringing etc, produce a BOQ. So all in all its good value for money as i can work on roof top and ground mounted systems with the one package. Customer support is excellent everytime i have used it the guys there are helpfull and will jump on a meeting to help resolve the issues. they take on board customer suggestion. Am looking forward to the next upgrade. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

i think the auto stringing is not 100% but its about 95% which is good for an initial layout to get a BOQ, Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

This software integrates roof- and ground-mount solutions into a single platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It takes time to learn how to work with the software, especially when it comes to roof-mount solutions. It is a little difficult to change the system design when it comes to which strings need to be connected to which inverters, and so on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

VirtoCAD makes solar designing faster and far more accurate than traditional CAD tools. The ability to import site layouts, model rooftop or ground-mounted systems, and calculate panel placements with shading analysis is outstanding. The built-in collaboration features let our design and engineering teams work together seamlessly, which saves hours in every project. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The software is excellent, but sometimes high-resolution 3D rendering takes a little longer on larger solar projects. It’s not a dealbreaker, but performance optimizations would make it even smoother. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We really like that one can execute the planning down to the smallest detail, especially with the DC and AC lines. The software has an extensive database that allows us to easily calculate costs. Additionally, the setup of the software was very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One often gets lost in the very detailed planning capabilities of Virto.CAD. An example would be the very extensive string configuration, with options that I often do not use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. Ease of use - From the straightforward plugin process into CAD software to its detailed yet simplified user interface, Virto CAD makes it easy for both beginners and professionals to get started quickly.

2. Comprehensive functions- Virto CAD integrates all the essential tools you need into one plugin;3D modeling, solar module placement, shading analysis, stringing, cable routing, and more, streamlining the entire design workflow. A standout feature is System Config tab, which allows you to group solar panels (flat/ground mounted) and directly assign them to specific inverters>MPPT>strings for precise system planning.

3. Robust component library - The Virto team did a great job in creating a user friendly library where you can easily customize/ add latest solar modules/inverters

4. Lastly, of all the things, the most impressive thing is the support team. They respond quickly, provide effective solutions, and have consistently guided me through challenges whenever I got stuck. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While the tool has many positive aspects, there are a few areas that need improvement to provide a smoother experience for design engineers:

1. Some additional features could be incorporated, particularly in the area of tracker systems, to facilitate easier and more efficient design workflows.

2. The current approach to string mapping with colorization could be improved, as it is not very intuitive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate how Virto.CAD makes rooftop design easier, especially when creating 3D models for PVSyst. It simplifies my workflow by auto-filling rooftops with panels. I value how easily it exports to PVSyst, generates ballast reports, and includes the compass feature, which speeds up my work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One of the frustrations I face with Virto.CAD is the time-consuming process required to understand when random error messages occur. Additionally, I find certain aspects of stringing parts of the modules to be quite difficult. Another area for improvement is the limitation in user customization, specifically regarding the ability to add personal naming conventions for obstacles within the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really appreciate how Virto.CAD simplifies rooftop design and 3D modeling for PVSyst. It's fast to build a rooftop and export to PVSyst. I like its simplicity, and the setup was easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think the string plan needs improvement. Also, the way to do the inverter configuration and cable routing could be better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really enjoy the easy implementation into our CAD System Bricscad. Virto.CAD is easy to use and can generate projects really fast, where manuel drawing was necessary befor i used it. In my area, ground mounted projects are really restricted and small. My daily task is to generate plans and visualisations of plants and to change them frequently because the customers want to influence each detail. I do also need 3D planing because it is hard for them to imagine, how the plant will look like in the actual terrain.

Virto.CAD became essential to me because it is otherwhise not economical to deal with those requests by placing tables manually.

With this workflow, and the Virto.CAD tools system setup, cabel routing and trenching i am able to be very fast responding from the request to a realistic offer for the customer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Due to the great automated workflow in Virto.Cad it sometimes lacks in flexibility for e.g. rotating and customizing of single tables or groups of tables or changing trenching and cable routing afterwards. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One of my favorite features is the component library. It’s comprehensive and keeps growing — with a solid range of panels and inverters systems from leading manufacturers. It makes designing accurate and realistic systems much easier, and I appreciate not having to manually add specs or workarounds for common hardware.

From initial design to final proposal, the workflow is smooth and efficient. The tools work well together, and project execution happens quickly.

The layout is clean, and I was able to get started with very little onboarding.

Their support team is responsive, and it’s clear the product is being actively improved. Bugs are fixed regularly, and I’ve been informed that there will be even more meaningful feature enhancements over time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While the basics are intuitive, some of the more advanced modeling tools aren’t as well documented. A few more tutorials or in-app tips would go a long way. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Virtocad really changed the way I work. Designing solar systems is way faster now. What I love most is how easy it makes creating the BOM—huge time saver. Honestly, it’s one of those tools you start using and wonder how you ever worked without it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I wish Virtocad could do better is handling rooftop and ground-mounted systems in the same DWG file. Right now, I have to split them into separate files, which makes the workflow a bit less smooth when working on hybrid projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.