FreeCAD vs Onshape
| FreeCAD | Onshape | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | $125/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Android, iOS, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Modeling method | Parametric modeling | Parametric modeling for solids, surfaces, and sheet metal |
| Supported platforms | Windows, Mac and Linux | Web, iOS, and Android |
| File import and export | STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE and many others | STL and OBJ mesh modeling support |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | — | Yes |
| Surface modeling | — | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software, Best CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, Onshape scores higher on our published basis.