Side by side
What each tool does
Both are browser-based. But they solve completely different problems.
| Capability | Wokwi | EasyCircuit |
|---|---|---|
| AI circuit design from plain text | — | ✓ Describe it, the copilot designs it |
| ESP32 / Arduino firmware simulation | ✓ Fast, accurate, great for CI testing | — Hardware design focus |
| Real parts you can order | — Simulation only | ✓ Made-to-order kit, verified in stock |
| Perfboard layout with real footprints | — | ✓ Auto-packed, pin-order verified |
| Breadboard → perfboard staging | — | ✓ Prove it on breadboard, then solder |
| Works without coding experience | Circuit design still manual | ✓ Copilot handles every design decision |
| GDB debugging, logic analyzer | ✓ Deep firmware debugging tools | — |
| Shareable simulation links | ✓ Great for community sharing | ✓ Share design links |
| Price | Free tier, paid for advanced features | Free editor, parts sourced at cost |
The full journey
They can work together
EasyCircuit and Wokwi aren't mutually exclusive — they cover different phases of the same build.
Design in EasyCircuit
Describe your idea, get an AI-designed circuit with a verified parts list. No datasheet hunting, no manual component placement.
Test firmware in Wokwi (optional)
Once you know the hardware design, use Wokwi to iterate on your firmware logic without waiting for parts to arrive.
Order and build
Parts arrive as a made-to-order kit. Follow the perfboard layout — footprint-checked, pin-order verified — and solder exactly what you see.
When to use which
The honest guide
Use EasyCircuit when…
- You're starting from an idea, not an existing schematic
- You want real parts shipped, not a simulation
- You don't have an EE background yet
- You need a perfboard layout ready to solder
- You want a copilot that explains the whole circuit as it designs it
Wokwi is better when…
- You have a schematic and want to test firmware before ordering parts
- You need GDB debugging or a logic analyzer
- You're running CI tests on embedded firmware
- You want to share a runnable demo without shipping hardware
- You're iterating on code faster than parts can ship
Start with the design, not the simulator
Describe what you want to build. EasyCircuit handles the rest — circuit, parts, and build layout.
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