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Top EDA Companies for 2024

Top EDA companies for 2024 that are driving PCB design innovation.

Electronic design automation (EDA) tools are used to design and verify complex electronic systems, such as printed circuit boards (PCBs) and integrated circuits (ICs). In PCB design, EDA tools are crucial, as they automate various aspects of the design process, including schematic capture, layout design, routing, and simulation. When choosing EDA software for your project, it’s important to know which companies make the software that will best help you achieve your innovation goals. The table below provides information on the top EDA companies.

Top EDA Companies: A Ranking of the 10 Best

EDA software helps identify and correct errors early in the design process by enabling the visualization and testing of circuits before physical prototypes are made. This leads to higher quality and more efficient electronic device production​. Here is a ranking of the top EDA companies for 2024 based on the following criteria: market leadership, breadth of product offerings, technological innovations, and strong global presence.

Top 10 EDA Companies for 2024

Company

Market Leadership

Breadth of Product Offerings

Technological Innovations

Global Presence

1) Cadence Design Systems

Consistent market leader with strong financial performance

Extensive range of EDA tools for IC design, verification, and implementation

Continuous R&D investment leading to cutting-edge solutions

Strong international presence with operations in multiple regions

2) Synopsys

Significant player in the EDA market with robust sales

Wide array of EDA tools and IP solutions for silicon design and verification

Leader in silicon design and verification technologies

Extensive global operations and customer base

3) Siemens EDA (Mentor Graphics)

Strong market position enhanced by integration with Siemens

Full suite of EDA tools; including software and hardware solutions

Known for innovative design and verification tools

Large international footprint with strong distribution network

4) Keysight Technologies

Recognized for high-quality test and measurement tools

Specialized in design and test solutions across various industries

Continual innovation in electronic design and testing

Strong global operations supporting a diverse customer base

5) Altium

Leader in PCB design software market

Focused on PCB design with powerful tools like Altium Designer

User-friendly and advanced PCB design solutions

Regional headquarters in key markets around the world

6) ANSYS

Strong position in simulation software for electronics

Provides comprehensive simulation and analysis tools for EDA

Pioneering simulation technologies

Broad international presence​

7) Zuken

Prominent in PCB and wire harness design markets

Offers robust PCB and cable design software

Innovative design automation tools

Extensive operations in Asia, Europe, and North America

8) Aldec

Niche player with strong focus on specific EDA tools

EDA tools for FPGA, ASIC, and system design

Advanced verification solutions

Strong presence in the United States and Europe

9) AMD Xilinx

Leader in FPGA technology

Specializes in FPGA and adaptive computing solutions

Continuous innovation in adaptive and embedded computing

Global operations with a strong focus on the semiconductor industry

10) Pulsic

Niche market leader in floorplanning, placement, and routing software

Precision design automation tools for advanced node challenges

Hand-crafted quality design automation solutions

Operations and clients worldwide, focusing on advanced semiconductor design

Choosing the Best EDA Solution for Your PCB Design Process

The list above is not exhaustive of the available options for EDA tools. However, it does provide the companies that have proven track records of developing PCB design software that helps engineers maximize process efficiency and product quality. Choosing the software solution that meets your functionality and operational requirements and best integrates with your operations can be difficult. Partnering with an industry leader that specializes in equipping engineers and developers with the right EDA tools; including advanced electronic design software, is the best option to improve your process efficiency and optimize development.

With over 20 years of experience, EMA has created partnerships and forged the integrations in the leading EDA companies in the industry. This includes being a preferred Cadence Channel Partner that offers advanced PCB design software solutions, custom software support programs, and providing free and paid training that enables you to optimize your workflow and designs.

EMA Design Automation is a leading provider of the resources that engineers rely on to accelerate innovation. We provide solutions that include PCB design and analysis packages, custom integration software, engineering expertise, and a comprehensive academy of learning and training materials, which enable you to create more efficiently. For more information on the top EDA companies and how we can help you or your team innovate faster, contact us.

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