CAXA 3D vs FreeCAD
| CAXA 3D | FreeCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Modeling method | hybrid | Parametric modeling |
| Assembly design | Yes | — |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | — |
| Surface modeling | Yes | — |
| Supported platforms | Windows 7 and Windows 10 | Windows, Mac and Linux |
| File import and export | 3D CAD formats are described as supported, but not individually named on the product page; engineering drawings support DWG, DXF and EXB. | STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE and many others |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, FreeCAD scores higher on our published basis.