build123d vs OwlCAD
| build123d | OwlCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Modeling method | parametric | parametric |
| Assembly design | Yes | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | — |
| Surface modeling | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | No | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux (Python package) | Web browser; Windows, macOS and Linux |
| File import and export | Import: STEP, STL, 3MF; export: BREP, DXF, glTF, OBJ, STL, STEP, SVG, 3MF | Import/export: STL, 3MF, OBJ, GLB, STEP, SVG and DXF; OpenSCAD .scad and .csg import |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, OwlCAD scores higher on our published basis.