SolidWorks vs FreeCAD : Which is Better?

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SolidWorks

SolidWorks is a solid modeling computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) computer program that runs on Microsoft Windows. Developed by Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp.

License: Commercial

Categories: Photos & Graphics

Apps available for Windows

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FreeCAD

FreeCAD is a parametric 3D modeler made primarily to design real-life objects of any size. Developed by Juergen Riegel, Werner Mayer

License: Open Source

Categories: Photos & Graphics

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

SolidWorks VS FreeCAD Feature comparision

Feature SolidWorks FreeCAD
3D modelling
Drawing 2D
Easy Measurements
Parametric Modeling
Simulation
3d Drawing
Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
DWG support
Procedural modeling
Windows XP Compatibility
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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