build123d vs nanoCAD
| build123d | nanoCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | Free | $24.08/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Modeling method | parametric | hybrid |
| Assembly design | Yes | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | Yes |
| Surface modeling | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | No | — |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux (Python package) | Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows 11 |
| File import and export | Import: STEP, STL, 3MF; export: BREP, DXF, glTF, OBJ, STL, STEP, SVG, 3MF | DWG, DXF, 3D PDF, DWF/DWFX, STL, Parasolid, IGES, STEP, ACIS, VRML, JT, COLLADA, C3D, glTF/GLB |
| Paid from | — | Free |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, nanoCAD scores higher on our published basis.