Free component search for hardware engineers, comparing prices and analyzing BOMs.
Product memo
Hardware engineers use PartTensor to find and compare electronic components. It offers a specialized search engine that pulls live pricing and availability directly from major distributors like DigiKey and Mouser. This approach simplifies the procurement process, helping engineers quickly analyze Bill of Materials (BOMs) and make informed sourcing decisions without leaving the platform.
- For who
- Hardware engineers and designers
- Solves what
- Finding and comparing electronic component prices and availability
- Component search by spec
- BOM analysis with live pricing
- AI-powered part recommendation
In their own words
Find parts. Compare prices. Ask questions.
Search by spec, paste an MPN, or upload a BOM — prices from DigiKey + Mouser in seconds
Operator & company
Company
- Team
Indie / lean
- Founded
May 2026
Operating model
- Business model
Donation
- Platform
Web app
- Audience
Developers
Builder strategy
ProvenRadar analysis
- Strategy Type
- Niche Specialist
- Stage
- Pre Revenue
- Effort
- Solo Buildable
Commercial cues
- Model
- free only
- Free tier
- Yes
- Trial
- No
Pricing strategy
PartTensor operates on a completely free, ad-supported model, providing component search and BOM analysis to hardware engineers.
- • A free tier for all core functionality removes pricing friction.
- • Live pricing from major distributors creates listed feature value.
- • Voluntary sponsorship keeps the core product free.
About PartTensor Expand
PartTensor provides a specialized search engine for hardware engineers and designers, focusing on electronic component sourcing. It allows users to search by specification, look up Manufacturer Part Numbers (MPNs), and perform Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis.
The platform integrates live pricing and availability data directly from major distributors such as DigiKey and Mouser, simplifying the procurement workflow. This direct access to real-time supplier information helps engineers quickly compare options and make efficient sourcing decisions, positioning it as a focused tool for hardware development.