Maxima vs Mathcad : Which is Better?

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Maxima

Maxima is a fairly complete computer algebra system written in Lisp with an emphasis on symbolic computation.

License: Open Source

Categories: Education & Reference

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

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Mathcad

Mathcad is software for the verification, validation, documentation and re-use of engineering calculations. Developed by PTC

License: Commercial

Apps available for Windows

Maxima VS Mathcad Feature comparision

Feature Maxima Mathcad
Algebra
Symbolic Computation
File-sync
Simulink
Batch plotting
Embedded debugger
Calculus solving
Constructive geometry
Equation solving
Automatic JIT compilation on code change
Compiled Language
Compiler
Parallel Computing
Simulation
Formula Builder
Equation editor
Built-in editor
Education
Graphing calculator
Mechanical Simulation
WYSIWYG Support
Portable
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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