FreeCAD
This is the official source code of FreeCAD, a free and opensource multiplatform 3D parametric modeler. (by FreeCAD)
LibreCAD
LibreCAD is a cross-platform 2D CAD program written in C++17. It can read DXF/DWG files and can write DXF/PDF/SVG files. It supports point/line/circle/ellipse/parabola/spline primitives. The user interface is highly customizable, and has dozens of translations. (by LibreCAD)
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| FreeCAD | LibreCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| 234 | 48 | |
| 17,387 | 4,037 | |
| 2.6% | 2.7% | |
| 10.0 | 9.2 | |
| 1 day ago | 6 days ago | |
| C++ | C++ | |
| GNU General Public License v3.0 or later | GNU General Public License v3.0 or later |
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Activity is a relative number indicating how actively a project is being developed. Recent commits have higher weight than older ones.
For example, an activity of 9.0 indicates that a project is amongst the top 10% of the most actively developed projects that we are tracking.
Stars - the number of stars that a project has on GitHub. Growth - month over month growth in stars.
Activity is a relative number indicating how actively a project is being developed. Recent commits have higher weight than older ones.
For example, an activity of 9.0 indicates that a project is amongst the top 10% of the most actively developed projects that we are tracking.
FreeCAD
Posts with mentions or reviews of FreeCAD.
We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives
and similar projects. The last one was on 2023-10-20.
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Sketch gets mirrored on edit
bug reports should be made on the github issue tracker here: https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/issues
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Looking for open source 3D modelling/CAD software compatible with an older version of Mac OS
Try this https://www.freecad.org/
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FreeCAD and undefined behavior in C++ code: meditation for developers
FreeCAD is a general-purpose parametric 3D computer-aided design (CAD) modeler. This open-source software application is based on C, C++, and Python. PVS-Studio doesn't support Python at the moment, so I will only check the C and C++ parts. Here is the link to the project code.
- FreeCAD: Own 3D Parametric Modeler
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Looking for a poor man's AutoCad
LibreCAD, OpenSCAD (more script based and more for solids), FreeCAD.
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Which CAD software should I use?
would freecad be an option?
- Not Sure What to Do
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if any of you guys uses a 3d printer to make concrete molds, please give me the pdfs for them.
Hi! 3d printers read .stl files, generally. You can design your own files for free with FreeCAD in a relatively simple format before sending them to your slicer and printer. Out of personal experience, design a silicone component into your mold, as the hard plastic is unforgiving when de-molding. Good luck!
- is there anyway to specif that autosaves are stored in one central path?
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Rocket Nosecone Modelling
Second Way: I don't use this second method as the first one already works for me. However, you can download FreeCAD, which is an OpenSourced Free to use software for many hobbyists. I personally think it's slightly trickier to get used to but it works! You can watch this video to model a nose cone in FreeCAD.
LibreCAD
Posts with mentions or reviews of LibreCAD.
We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives
and similar projects. The last one was on 2023-07-05.
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Looking for a poor man's AutoCad
LibreCAD, OpenSCAD (more script based and more for solids), FreeCAD.
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If I don't use Windows or Mac and only use Linux, will I run into a lot of compatibility issues?
CAD options on Linux are more limited than windows or mac but they do exist. The industry standard for 2d CAD files is the .dxf file format. I use LibreCAD. https://librecad.org/ The UI is a little clunky and eccentric in places but it is feature complete for 2d CAD drawings.
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Any drawing app other than autocad na easy to access?
Try https://librecad.org/
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Open source alternative that is most similar to AutoCAD?
LibreCAD similar UI, only for 2D
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Windows / MacOS - Home/garden design
You could also try out free AutoCAD alternatives like libreCAD (2D), or brlCAD (2D&3D, I believe)
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Everything you need to know about CAD humble bundle
It seems like a low risk purchase for $1, however, there are free options available too such as https://librecad.org/ . Or see https://www.reddit.com/r/humblebundles/comments/117ki1c/comment/j9v0v37/?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 for an older Autocad clone. Beckercad 2D seems like a niche product so I would probably invest my time learning something that is more mainstream.
- Looking for a cheap or free CAD drafting program
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Architectural Software
For 2d stuff I tend to use Libra cad https://librecad.org/
- design software
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I’m looking for software to do custom storage inserts
SketchUp, QCAD, LibreCAD, TinkerCAD
What are some alternatives?
When comparing FreeCAD and LibreCAD you can also consider the following projects:
FreeCAD_assembly3 - Experimental attempt for the next generation assembly workbench for FreeCAD
libredwg - Official mirror of libredwg. With CI hooks and nightly releases. PR's ok
Visual Studio Code - Visual Studio Code
DesignSpark-Mechanical-for-Linux
solvespace - Parametric 2d/3d CAD
qcad - QCAD - The Open Source 2D CAD. QCAD is a cross-platform CAD solution for Windows, macOS and Linux. It supports the DXF format and optionally the DWG format (through a proprietary plugin).
leocad - A CAD application for creating virtual LEGO models
OpenBuilds-Fusion360-Postprocessor - Post Processor for Fusion 360 for use with OpenBuilds Machines running Grbl 1.1
geogebra - GeoGebra apps (mirror)
plasticity
FreeCAD vs FreeCAD_assembly3
LibreCAD vs libredwg
FreeCAD vs Visual Studio Code
LibreCAD vs DesignSpark-Mechanical-for-Linux
FreeCAD vs libredwg
LibreCAD vs solvespace
FreeCAD vs qcad
LibreCAD vs leocad
FreeCAD vs OpenBuilds-Fusion360-Postprocessor
LibreCAD vs geogebra
FreeCAD vs plasticity
LibreCAD vs FreeCAD_assembly3