Shapr3D vs ZW3D
| Shapr3D | ZW3D | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $24.92/mo | $3,000/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Modeling method | Direct and history-based parametric modeling | hybrid |
| Cloud collaboration | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows PCs and tablets, Apple macOS computers, iPads, and Apple Vision Pro | Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows 11; browser-based viewing and collaboration are documented. |
| File import and export | Import and export native CAD formats including PRT, SLDPRT, CATPART, XT, STEP, IGES, DWG, STL, 3MF, OBJ, and more. | Import/export converter formats include IGES, Parasolid, STEP, DWG/DXF, VDA, and STL; direct open/save/edit is listed for CATIA, Inventor, NX, SOLIDWORKS, Solid Edge, Creo/ProE, and ACIS. |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | — | Yes |
| Surface modeling | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, Shapr3D scores higher on our published basis.