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Aurora Solar vs Solargraf

Aurora Solar Maturity
Stages 3-4 | Multi-Stage
VS
Solargraf Maturity
Stage 2 | Established SMB

Which tool is better for your solar installation business? Compare pricing, features, and verified reviews side-by-side.

Lumen Vetted

Aurora Solar is the Gold Standard for Stage 3-4 installers who prioritize ai-powered lidar site analysis.

Solargraf is the superior choice for Stage 2 teams needing rapid 3d solar design.

How this impacts your Design margin

Moving between Aurora Solar and Solargraf requires a recalibration of shading accuracy tolerances and proposal design standards.

This comparison is part of our broader 2026 Design Audit. Read the full AI Strategy Briefing here.
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Aurora Solar

Stages 3-4 | Multi-Stage
4.7/5
Pricing: Contact for Pricing (Typically ~$159/user/month)

Key Features

  • AI-powered LIDAR site analysis
  • Automated 3D modeling
  • Production and performance simulations
  • Financial analysis and contract generation
  • Integrated sales proposals
  • LIDAR-based shading analysis

Pros

  • Highly accurate remote design tools
  • Extensive global component database
  • Professional and customizable proposal generation

Cons

  • Steep learning curve for new users
  • Premium pricing compared to some competitors
  • Occasional inaccuracies in terrain analysis for rural areas

Solargraf

Stage 2 | Established SMB
4.4/5
Pricing: Starting at $129/user/month

Key Features

  • Rapid 3D solar design
  • Integrated financing and credit checks
  • Customizable sales proposals
  • Automatic shading analysis
  • E-signature and contract management

Pros

  • One of the fastest proposal tools on the market
  • Very easy for sales reps to learn
  • Great integration with Enphase products

Cons

  • Limited advanced engineering features
  • Reporting isn't as robust as Aurora
  • Support can be slow during peak seasons

The Verdict: Who Wins?

Choose Aurora Solar if...

You prioritize Highly accurate remote design tools and large-scale residential teams requiring lidar-level accuracy. Aurora Solar is best for teams looking for a robust, well-established platform.

Choose Solargraf if...

You prioritize One of the fastest proposal tools on the market and residential installers prioritizing speed and simplicity. Solargraf offers a specialized approach tailored for high-performance solar teams.

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