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PathSim vs Isothrum

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PathSim compared with Isothrum
Detail PathSimIsothrum logo Isothrum
What it doesPython framework for building and simulating dynamical systems using block diagrams A GNS3-style editor for containers, VMs, switches and routers that runs in your browser
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given 2022
Based inNot given FR
Pricing modelOpen source Free
PricingNot given Not given
Key features
  • 30+ solvers including implicit, explicit, and adaptive integrators
  • Zero-crossing detection and scheduled events for hybrid systems
  • Hot-swappable blocks and solvers during active simulation
  • Hierarchical subsystems for modular component design
  • MIMO support with multiple input and output ports
  • Browser-based visual editor with PathView
  • Domain toolboxes for chemical, battery, vehicle, flight, and RF engineering
  • Custom blocks through subclassing the base Block class
  • Supports continuous-time, discrete-time, and hybrid systems
  • FMI integration to wrap Co-Simulation and Model-Exchange FMUs
  • Visual lab editor with drag-and-drop interface for network devices
  • Mix containers and VMs in the same lab
  • Configure switches with VLANs and trunks
  • Automatic or manual routing between networks
  • Add network conditions like latency, jitter and packet loss
  • Export to Docker Compose, Vagrant, Proxmox, Kubernetes and cloud platforms
  • Import GNS3 projects and convert them to labs
  • Real-time validation as you design
  • Desktop app with consoles, VNC screens and packet capture
  • Works offline and runs entirely in the browser
What makes it different
  • Readable, scriptable alternative to traditional simulation tools with solver depth
  • Full ecosystem including FastSim Rust engine and standalone C code generation
  • Minimal runtime dependencies: only numpy, scipy, and matplotlib
  • Domain-specific toolboxes for chemical, battery, vehicle, flight, and RF engineering
  • MIT license with open source development
  • Runs in your browser with no installation or account required
  • Exports to multiple environments from one lab design
  • Private by design with no data leaving your browser
  • Open isoloom.yml format that you own and can version control
  • Can import and convert existing GNS3 projects
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)38 −1 (down) since last check2 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)60
Citation Flow (Majestic)140
Referring domains (Majestic)180

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