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FreeCADAutodesk Fusion 360
Free

Free and open source, funded by donations and sponsorship.

 Freemium

Free tier for personal use, with paid subscriptions for commercial use and advanced…

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS
  • Parametric: change a dimension and the model updates through its history
  • Sketch constrained 2D geometry and build 3D objects on top of it
  • Combines CAD, CAM, and simulation in one subscription instead of separate tools
  • Free personal-use tier makes it accessible to hobbyists and makers
  • Workbenches vary a lot in polish and consistency
  • CAD concepts plus FreeCAD’s own conventions make for a long learning curve
  • Cloud-connected design means an internet connection is effectively required for full functionality
  • Free tier has feature and project-count limits compared to paid subscriptions
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: LGPL-2.1 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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