Wrightsoft Right-Suite Universal
ACCA-certified HVAC load-calculation platform covering Manual J, S, D, and N with a drag-and-drop drawing interface, mobile app, and energy compliance add-ons for residential and commercial projects.
3.8 /5 composite score
The go-to ACCA-certified HVAC load-calc subscription for a solo engineer -- $900/year covers one desktop plus a laptop, includes Manual J, S, D, and N, geothermal and hydronic design, and state energy compliance (Florida, California); email-only support and occasional PDF slowdowns are the reported friction.
Rubric Scorecard
| Criterion | Score | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Maturity | 4/5 | Established ACCA-certified platform with desktop, laptop, and mobile (iPad/Android) versions; includes Right-Energy add-ons for Florida and California Title 24 compliance; automatic updates included. |
| AEC Specificity | 5/5 | Full ACCA Manual J/S/D residential workflow plus Manual N commercial, geothermal loop, and hydronic/radiant design -- the broadest ACCA-standard scope of any single subscription tool. |
| Integration | 3/5 | Mobile companion apps (Right-J Mobile, Right-Mobile Consultant) extend to the field; drag-and-drop drawing interface; no direct BIM integration. |
| Value / Pricing | 3/5 | $900/year with one license covering desktop and laptop simultaneously; transparent public pricing directly on the vendor homepage; no free trial offered. |
| Evidence | 4/5 | Capterra listing confirmed with 4 reviews at 3.8/5 and G2 listing with 3 reviews at 4.5/5; reviewers highlight ACCA certification and all-in-one scope as key differentiators. |
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