Commit to engineering quality
Easy calculation software, like Excel and Mathcad together. Blockpad makes engineering fast and clean.
You know spreadsheets—
Now, meet the spreadsheet built for engineering.
Easy to learn
Blockpad feels familiar.
Take your spreadsheet work to the next level, with a small learning curve.
Saves time
Blockpad keeps calculations on schedule.
Avoid wasted time digging through big spreadsheets and checking formulas.
Produces quality
Make deliverables shine.
With readable equations and built-in unit checking, Blockpad encourages quality calculations.
The ideal platform
See why engineers who love Excel love Blockpad even more.
Blockpad | Excel | Mathcad | |
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Easy formula input | ✓ | ✓ | |
Math-style equations | ✓ | ✓ | |
Units | ✓ | ✓ | |
Word processing | ✓ | ||
Spreadsheets | ✓ | ✓ | |
CAD sketching | ✓ | ||
Link sketches to calculations | ✓ | ||
Equation solving | ✓ | ✓ | |
Calculus functions | ✓ | ✓ | |
Engineering reference data | ✓ | ||
Automatically recalculate | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of files does Blockpad work with?
Blockpad works with Excel files, PDF files, and more. You can also create and share files over the web.
What calculation engine does Blockpad use?
Blockpad includes its own robust, fully-tested math and formula engine.
If you're more used to Excel, no worries. You can export your Blockpad equations to Excel to see exactly what's under the hood.
Is Blockpad web software, or do you download it?
Both—Blockpad works both online and offline. Our downloadable program for Windows gives you full control of your own files, so you don't need an internet connection. Our website also lets you use the full program online. Your choice.
You'll be amazed how easy
Use Blockpad on the desktop or on the web
Quick start guides
Equations | Units | Spreadsheets | Sketches | Equation solving