Cadence Allegro vs. OrCad

[Puppet123]

Hello,

What is the difference between Cadence Allegro vs. OrCad ?

Is OrCad just a scaled down version of Allegro ?

Thank you.

 

[BigBoss]

No but Allegro has optional extra features.They are principally using the same database.
You can see the differences here
https://www.parallel-systems.co.uk/matrix/

Allegro is more expensive compare to OrCAD.

 

[gopichand57]

Orcad is used for schematic design, Allegro is used for PCB layout design both the tool are from CADENCE.
Both are interfaced.

 

[redwire85]

Actually no, the tool is sold under both names now as BigBoss says. OrCAD has less features than the Allegro tool offers but generally covers most users. When you get into complex routing with special rules and team design then the upgrade to Allegro is necessary.

 

[Puppet123]

So it is a true statement, that once you know OrCad PCB, you can learn Allegro since they are similar ?

I ask because that is my plan.

Thank you.

 

[BigBoss]

So it is a true statement, that once you know OrCad PCB, you can learn Allegro since they are similar ?

I ask because that is my plan.

Thank you.

Yes, the interfaces are very similar.