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FreeCAD vs TurboCAD: catalog facts
FreeCAD	TurboCAD
Free Free and open source, funded by donations and sponsorship.	Paid Paid editions at several tiers, with upgrades and term licences available.
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	Covers both 2D drafting and 3D modelling Several editions at different price and feature levels
Workbenches vary a lot in polish and consistency CAD concepts plus FreeCAD’s own conventions make for a long learning curve	Paid software with no free edition Mac and Windows editions are separate products
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 23, 2026

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