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EasyEDA

By JiaLiChuang (HongKong) Co., Limited (JLC group). Visit EasyEDA

Desk research from the maker's own pages. Not yet tried by us. Checked 2026-10-24.

A free online tool for drawing electronic circuits and designing printed circuit boards (PCBs). Teens draw a schematic, run simple simulations, lay out a board, and can order it made by JLCPCB, a sister company. The Standard edition is aimed at students, teachers and hobbyists, and there is an education hub with free courses. Projects can be shared for others to view and copy.

Our take: A practical free tool for teens ready to design real circuit boards; beginners should start with Tinkercad Circuits.

The facts
Ages it suitsabout 13+
What its terms say about age13 or older in the US (16 in the EU); younger users need a parent's or guardian's permission, and the parent must agree to the terms. (terms)
PriceFree. Free to use (Oct 2026); boards and parts ordered through JLCPCB and LCSC cost money.
Works onWeb
AccountThe child's own account
AdsYes
In-app purchasesYes
The AI in itNo AI described.

What's good

  • Free, runs in a browser
  • Student-friendly Standard edition
  • Real boards can be ordered cheaply

Watch for

  • Steers users to its own factory and parts store
  • Data may go to China
  • Shared projects can be copied by others
  • Ad retargeting cookies (optional)

Data and privacy

Collects account, profile, project and usage data, stores it in Frankfurt, but may transfer it to affiliates in mainland China and shares it with JLCPCB and LCSC. Optional cookies feed ad platforms such as Google, Facebook and TikTok for retargeting; the policy says it is not directed to children under 16. Read the privacy policy.

Does it work?

No studies found.

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