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FreeCAD vs Shapr3D: catalog facts
FreeCAD	Shapr3D
Free Free and open source, funded by donations and sponsorship.	Freemium Free to start; paid subscription unlocks full professional features.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, iOS
Parametric: change a dimension and the model updates through its history Sketch constrained 2D geometry and build 3D objects on top of it	Touch and stylus-first interface makes early-stage sketching and modeling feel natural Available across iPad, Windows, and macOS with a shared workflow
Workbenches vary a lot in polish and consistency CAD concepts plus FreeCAD’s own conventions make for a long learning curve	Full feature set and best experience still centers on iPad with Apple Pencil Free tier is limited compared to paid subscription plans
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
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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