FreeCAD Reviews

Luis Enrique T.CAD Engineer

2.5

I like that it is an open-source 3D parametric modeling software with good basic features and part modeling capabilities. I can recommend this software mainly for the maker's space, because it is free Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Syed Mohmmed M.CADD Designer

3.5

Easy to draw, modifications in existing drawings,plotting and converting asper required formate in simple it's very useful Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pavel S.electronics engineer

3.5

free program with good features. work from under different OS. flexibility of settings Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Matt B.Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)

1.5

* the software can be buggy -- save often! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Johnny W.Project Specialist

2.0

Although it is in continuous improvement it seems to me a limited software in its main characteristics, with functional limitations in its commands and it presents a rigid interface with a workspace that is not expected by a demanding user accustomed to handling high performance design software , it seems to me that it has a lot of potential but it is still in the development stage and perhaps in its next versions there is a greater advantage to be an essential software in the design and construction market. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Luis Enrique T.CAD Engineer

2.5

I would recommend to the FreeCAD developers community to focus on the main features of what a robust and reliable 3D CAD parametric solid modeling tool must be capable of. Adding more robustness to the part modeling workspace and unifying the assembly workspace are, in my opinion, two ways to have a better user experience Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Grant NelsonEngineering Manager

8.0

We use Freecad when there are multiple CAD models that require work to be done. It is very good with working between surfaces, solids and meshes. Freecad can import and modify cad formats with ease and not many other cad systems can achieve this. It is a very valuable tool in the development process.
Importing CAD formats Converting mesh formats to solid and surface objects geometry Fixing errors in geometry cad

Michael K.Owner

4.0

Overall: Love it. I used Pro/ENGINEER in the early 90's and it was such a wonderful leap over AutoCAD but hugely expensive. I used my outdated copy of AutoCAD for years until I discovered FreeCAD 5 or 6 years ago. Initially it was a steep learning curve but with the abundance of videos on YouTube and perseverance I am now quite adept at using it. I have designed/built a semi-automatic machine for my production and have several 3D printed tools used in that machine. FreeCAD has been a Godsend for developing and evaluating my ideas and I would definitely recommend it if you are a small business with minimal or no budget for expensive CAD software.

Rubn E.Verified LinkedIn UserHardware Engineer

4.0

Overall: I usually work with non-very complicated designs and I am used to created them from the typical 2D sketches, but I can highlight some features I like and the ones that helped me more: it is possible to import an STL file (a mesh) and convert it to a solid, which you can work with later (very useful if you want to modify any design found on the Internet); there are many plugins that help to improve FreeCAD, i.e. I use KiCadStepUp tool to import a KiCad PCB easily and be able to see the entire design with it's electronic part, which includes every electronic component.

James G.Library Tech

3.0

Overall: Freecad provides an easy method to develop rocket components. This allows students the opportunity to use a parametric 3d modeler to model 3d components that they can then print on a 3d printer and finally actually see their rockets "Blast Off!' It works well for our use at the library and could be useful for many hobbiest projects. It is probably not quite ready for most production work, but that could change soon one the topological naming issue is resolved.

Darell B.Owner

4.0

Overall: The most powerful features of Free CAD is the scripting environment. It was easy to create objects in the 3D scene and access and also modify your projects in the FreeCAD interface of the software.

James W.Verified LinkedIn UserSoftware Engineer

5.0

"CAD software provides a good opportunity for rendering different models of houses and buildings."

Marius K.Freelance programmer

5.0

Overall: It's a powerfull CAD tool, and the best part it's totally free.