Pylon Observer vs Helioscope
Pylon Observer solar design software is the best HelioScope alternative.
We have found that HelioScope is a fairly full-featured design software, but they are lacking a few features that make Pylon the #1 Solar Design Software in the world.
While HelioScope doesn't provide you with high resolution aerial imagery, Pylon includes imagery with resolution up to 5cm per pixel. Additionally, HelioScope charges you per month depending on how many users are on your team. Pylon proudly charges $0 Monthly Fees no matter how many team members you have. Pay a low $4 per project and avoid costly overheads.
Additionally, Pylon is different from most other solar design software in that the design surface is flat and in 2D but allows for 3D objects to be placed. This means that Pylon is perfectly suited for use on iPads as well as Desktops, and you don't lose any of the precision that you get with 3D shade modelling.
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* High resolution imagery availability varies with region
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Get high-resolution aerial imagery
Pylon Solar Design Software includes high-resolution aerial imagery for photorealistic proposals. Pay $0 Monthly Fees for 5cm per pixel resolution.
Design better solar systems
Pylon Observer is designed to let you design an accurate solar quote in under 2 minutes.
Convert more solar proposals
Pylon includes a CRM with eSignatures and a payment gateway to boost your proposal conversion rates.
Here's what you get with Pylon
for $0 Monthly Fees
Powerful design studio
A smart studio with all the tools you need to design better solar proposals in under 2 minutes.
High-res imagery
Unbelievable imagery coverage with 5cm per pixel resolution, included in Pylon.
3D solar shading
Accurately model solar shading for your install site in seconds using Pylon's 3D Shading engine.
Interval data analysis
Import NEM12 grid data to produce seasonal, monthly, weekly and daily interval data analysis.
Load profiles
Model load profiles for your solar system to determine grid reliance and storage needs.
Financial projections
Analyse energy bills, interval data, and load profiles to demonstrate ROI for your customers.
Installer job sheets
One-click installer job sheets keep everyone on the same page, with a QR code for easy sharing.
Web & PDF proposals
Win more business with beautiful animated proposals, esignatures & payment processing.