Onshape vs Siemens NX
| Onshape | Siemens NX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $125/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, Web | Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Modeling method | Parametric modeling for solids, surfaces, and sheet metal | hybrid |
| Assembly design | Yes | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | Yes |
| Surface modeling | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Web, iOS, and Android | Windows desktop; NX X Design is cloud SaaS and supports browser-based access |
| File import and export | STL and OBJ mesh modeling support | IGES, STEP AP203, STEP AP214, DXF/DWG, STL, 3MF; NX X data exchange also lists JT, Solid Edge and SolidWorks open |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software, Best CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, Onshape scores higher on our published basis.