COMSOL Multiphysics®: Finite element software for electrochemical analysis. A mini-review

• Account of built-in methods for electrochemistry in COMSOL Multiphysics.
• Critical discussion of meshing finite element models for diffusion problems.
• Review of publications using COMSOL Multiphysics in electroanalytical chemistry.

We discuss the use of the commercial finite element software COMSOL Multiphysics® for electrochemical analysis. Practical considerations relevant to finite element modelling are highlighted. A review of contemporary applications of this software is supplied; the subjects concerned reveal the particular suitability of general-purpose finite element methods for non-standard geometries, complex reaction chemistry, hydrodynamic electrochemistry, and rapid verification of standard results.