OpenVSP vs SOLIDWORKS
| OpenVSP | SOLIDWORKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | — | $4/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Modeling method | parametric | — |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Ubuntu; C++, Python, MATLAB and scripting APIs | — |
| File import and export | STL, IGES, SVG, NASCART, V2, BEM, VSP3 | — |
| Paid from | — | $2,820/user/mo |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | — | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, SOLIDWORKS scores higher on our published basis.