AktisHub vs Pylon: an honest comparison
Both tools help Australian installers design and quote solar. This page sets out where each one is the better fit, using public sources, and says plainly where Pylon is stronger.
Choose Pylon if
You quote a modest number of residential jobs, prefer paying per project instead of a monthly fee, and want polished 3D shading in a design-first tool.
Choose AktisHub if
You want the CRM, design, single-line diagrams and proposals in one platform with a monthly plan, and you send enough quotes that per-project fees add up.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
AktisHub vs Pylon side by side
A transparent look at pricing, Australian solar design, single-line diagrams, proposals and CRM capabilities.
| What matters | AktisHub | Pylon |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free plan, then $29 to $199 a month | Pay per project, around $4 standard and $10 Pro, no monthly fee [1] |
| Users | 3 to 20 included, then $4.99 each | Unlimited users [1] |
| Market focus | Built for Australian installers | Australian-built, residential-focused [1][2] |
| Design on roof imagery | Yes | Yes |
| Shading analysis | Yes | Award-winning 3D shading [2] |
| Single-line diagrams | Yes | Yes [1] |
| Solar CRM | Built in on every plan | Optional solar CRM add-on [3] |
| Free data migration | Yes | Not applicable |
Key advantages
Why teams pick AktisHub over Pylon
The features that make the difference in day-to-day solar work, and why they matter.
CRM included on every plan
Leads, assignment, follow-up and pipeline are part of the platform instead of an add-on.
A cost that stops growing with every quote
Standard covers 30 designs for $29 a month, so busy months do not mean a bigger bill.
Electrician portal and job tasks
Installers log in to their own portal to see assigned jobs, submit tasks and set availability.
Free migration
We move your leads, customers and templates across so your team does not start from zero.
Fair assessment
Where Pylon is stronger
Every tool has trade-offs. Here is where Pylon may suit your workflow better.
- Per-project pricing suits businesses that quote a few jobs a month
- Highly regarded 3D shading and a refined residential design experience [2]
- Large established base of Australian installers
Built for Australian solar
Where AktisHub is stronger
Why Australian solar retailers and installers run their whole business in AktisHub.
- CRM included on every plan instead of an add-on
- Predictable monthly cost for teams that quote at volume
- Leads, design, diagram and proposal on one job record
- Free migration of your leads, customers and templates
Free guided migration
Switching from Pylon
Send us your leads, customers and proposal template. We import them for free, and you can keep your current tool running while open deals close.
Sources & references
- Solar Proof vs Pylon comparison (Solar Proof, a competitor, June 2026)
- Pylon review for Australian installers (Solar Proof, June 2026)
- 8 best solar CRM platforms in Australia (QuickEstimate, September 2026)
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Questions installers ask
Something else on your mind? Ask the team and you will hear back within one business day.
Which is cheaper, AktisHub or Pylon?
It depends on volume. At around $4 to $10 a project, Pylon can be cheaper if you quote only a few jobs a month. AktisHub's Standard plan at $29 covers 30 designs, so it usually works out cheaper once you quote more than a handful of jobs.
Can I keep Pylon while I try AktisHub?
Yes. Start on the Free plan, quote a few real jobs in AktisHub and keep Pylon running until you decide.
Quote your next solar job in AktisHub
Free plan, no credit card and no lock-in. Bring your data and we move it across for you.