Optic Sketch - 3D optical simulator

Optic Sketch is an easy-to-use and affordable 3D optical simulation tool that can help you assess component performance, and quickly layout and simulate optical systems.

Optic Sketch is currrently available for Windows, and is local-first and subscription-free, we don't collect or store your data.

Current Features (Beta):

Scalar and polarization ray tracing
Interactive placement and alignment of sources and components
3D view with easy navigation
Multi-field chromatic spot diagrams
Multi-threaded simulation
Incoherent and coherent detector diagrams
More analyses coming soon

Component types

Multiple source types
Singlets, aspheres and doublets
Spherical and aspherical mirrors
Transmission and reflection gratings
Beam splitters
Filters and dichroic mirrors
More source and component types, stock components and coatings coming soon

Pricing

£25 (~$35): Personal use (hobby projects, learning, and experimentation)
£75 (~$100): Research/academic use (university work, non-commercial research)
£150 (~$200): Commercial use (business, client work, revenue-generating projects)

Who is this for?

Makers and hobbyists
Engineers and technical users
Researchers and students
Anyone who prefers local, no-subscription tools

Future Plans

Updates will be released as necessary to address bugs, improve performance, and add new features

Note: As we continue to develop and improve Optic Sketch, we reserve the right to adjust our pricing for new users. Existing customers will not be affected and will continue to receive the same updates for the purchased version.

We reserve the right to modify our pricing and licensing terms for future major versions. We will strive to make any changes reasonable and will provide advance notice whenever possible.

License and Usage:

Provided as a beta

Provided "as is" without warranty or liability

Not for defense, military, or safety-critical applications