FreeCAD vs Solid Edge

FreeCAD

8.0 #7 in 3D CAD software

About FreeCAD

Solid Edge

7.8 #10 in 3D CAD software

About Solid Edge
FreeCADSolid Edge
Free planNoNo
Free trialNoNo
Paid from——
Open sourceNoNo
PlatformsLinux, macOS, WindowsWeb, Windows
Free planYesYes
Modeling methodParametric modeling—
Supported platformsWindows, Mac and Linux—
File import and exportSTEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE and many others—

Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software, Best CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, FreeCAD scores higher on our published basis.