KiHub is a specialized hardware review platform designed specifically for KiCad projects. Created by founder Andrei Man, it bridges the gap between hardware design and modern collaborative workflows by bringing software-like review processes directly to PCB and schematic development.

With KiHub, engineering teams can seamlessly compare schematic and PCB revisions, discuss changes using intuitive pinned comments, run automated checks, and manage formal approvals. Best of all, it achieves this comprehensive, traceable review history without requiring you to change your existing Git workflow.

Pros of KiHub

Compare schematic and PCB revisions effortlessly
Discuss changes directly on the designs using pinned comments
Run automated checks on your hardware projects
Manage approvals and maintain a traceable review history
Works seamlessly without disrupting your existing Git workflow

Cons of KiHub

Specifically built for KiCad projects (not natively optimized for other EDA tools based on current metadata)
Limited information on third-party project management integrations beyond Git workflow compatibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KiHub?

KiHub is a hardware review platform built specifically for KiCad projects, allowing teams to compare revisions, leave pinned comments, run automated checks, and manage approvals.

Do I need to change my Git workflow to use KiHub?

No, KiHub is designed to keep a traceable review history and manage approvals without changing your existing Git workflow.

What core features does KiHub offer for hardware teams?

Key features include schematic and PCB revision comparisons, pinned comments for discussing design changes, automated checks, and approval management.