FreeCAD vs noBS CAD
| FreeCAD | noBS CAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Modeling method | Parametric modeling | parametric |
| Supported platforms | Windows, Mac and Linux | Windows, macOS Apple silicon, Ubuntu Linux |
| File import and export | STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE and many others | Import/export coverage explicitly listed: STEP, STL, 3MF, DXF; projects use .nbcad |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | — | No |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, FreeCAD scores higher on our published basis.