# AutoCAD, FreeCAD vs Onshape Comparison

| | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.1 out of 5 | 4.7 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 1,934 | 61 | 695 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (46.9% of reviews) | Small-Business (67.9% of reviews) | Small-Business (79.0% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | $260.00 1 user | No pricing available | $1,500.00 1 User Per Year | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### AutoCAD

Pros:
- Ease of Use (180 reviews)
- Drawing (115 reviews)

Cons:
- Expensive (65 reviews)
- Learning Curve (48 reviews)

### FreeCAD

**Not enough data**

### Onshape

Pros:
- Ease of Use (28 reviews)
- Collaboration (22 reviews)

Cons:
- Missing Features (18 reviews)
- Lack of Features (10 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (1579 reviews) | 8.3 (45 reviews) | 8.4 (597 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.3 (1587 reviews) | 7.6 (46 reviews) | 9.0 (601 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.3 (347 reviews) | 7.9 (7 reviews) | 9.3 (179 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.0 (204 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.1 (127 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (1423 reviews) | 7.7 (37 reviews) | 9.3 (587 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.5 (203 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.3 (126 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.0 (1548 reviews) | 8.2 (45 reviews) | 9.5 (578 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### AutoCAD

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Monthly Subscription

Price: $260.00 1 user

Description: Access software 1 month at a time for the lowest up-front investment.


Key Features:
- Access to the latest software releases
- 1-on-1 online support
- Includes AutoCAD Mobile App

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### FreeCAD

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Onshape

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Onshape Standard

Price: $1,500.00 1 User Per Year

Description: For the individual user or small team who only needs basic data management.

Key Features:
- Part & Assembly Modeling
- Drawings
- Runs on Web & Mobile

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.1/10 | 490 |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Visualizing** | 8.4 (411 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering** | 7.3 (378 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing** | 9.2 (428 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Editing** | 8.8 (410 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sequence Steps** | 8.2 (371 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dynamic Updating** | 8.3 (199 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Multi User** | 7.9 (368 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Import/Export** | 8.8 (422 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Annotating ** | 8.7 (416 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | 8.7 (396 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Construction

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Fabrication** | 8.4 (367 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reinforcement Tools** | 8.2 (357 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Clash Detection ** | 7.5 (335 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Grading** | 8.1 (187 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Earthwork** | 7.8 (180 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 7.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 7.1 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | 6.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Role-Based Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Centralized Data Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Lifecycle Cost Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimation** | 7.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Clash Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Electrical System Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **MEP Coordination** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Load Calculation & Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interoperability with BIM & CAD** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Circuit Design Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### General-Purpose CAD

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.4/10 | 599 |
| **FreeCAD** | 7.9/10 | 29 |
| **Onshape** | 8.4/10 | 240 |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | 9.5 (532 reviews) | 8.4 (23 reviews) | 8.8 (233 reviews) | 
| **Modeling** | 8.0 (498 reviews) | 8.2 (28 reviews) | 9.3 (236 reviews) | 
| **Visualize ** | 8.1 (491 reviews) | 8.0 (23 reviews) | 9.0 (231 reviews) | 
| **Rendering** | 7.4 (428 reviews) | 7.5 (21 reviews) | 7.4 (194 reviews) | 

#### Edit

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **File Import ** | 8.7 (496 reviews) | 8.4 (24 reviews) | 8.6 (230 reviews) | 
| **Push/Pull** | 8.2 (439 reviews) | 7.2 (21 reviews) | 8.1 (195 reviews) | 
| **Views** | 8.5 (485 reviews) | 8.0 (23 reviews) | 8.9 (225 reviews) | 
| **Grips ** | 8.4 (459 reviews) | 7.5 (23 reviews) | 7.9 (198 reviews) | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Annotate** | 8.6 (480 reviews) | 8.2 (20 reviews) | 8.2 (211 reviews) | 
| **Documentation ** | 8.7 (473 reviews) | 7.7 (22 reviews) | 8.3 (221 reviews) | 
| **Data Extract** | 8.4 (448 reviews) | 8.2 (21 reviews) | 8.1 (204 reviews) | 

### GIS

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.4/10 | 46 |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | N/A | N/A |

#### Data Management

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Data Capture** | 8.6 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Storage** | 8.8 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Manipulation** | 8.6 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | 8.8 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Map Creation

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Geocoding** | 8.4 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Buffer Zone Query** | 8.0 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Overlaying** | 8.7 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Publishing** | 8.6 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Analysis

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Spatial Analysis** | 8.5 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting ** | 7.9 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Streaming ** | 8.0 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Additive Manufacturing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | 7.9/10 | 169 |

#### File Support - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **STL Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (160 reviews) | 
| **3MF Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (78 reviews) | 
| **OBJ Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (100 reviews) | 

#### File Editing - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Mesh Repair** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.0 (84 reviews) | 
| **File Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (125 reviews) | 

#### Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Standalone Slicer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.7 (83 reviews) | 
| **Inetgrated 3D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (130 reviews) | 

#### Software Type - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Cloud-based Platform** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.6 (160 reviews) | 
| **Downloadable Application** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

#### Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

#### Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Material Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Building Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Slicing Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Product Data Management (PDM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | 8.5/10 | 48 |

#### Metadata

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Repository** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (40 reviews) | 
| **Taxonomy** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (37 reviews) | 
| **Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (37 reviews) | 

#### Data Management

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (47 reviews) | 
| **Alignment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (40 reviews) | 
| **Workflows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (43 reviews) | 
| **Lifecycle** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (41 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **AI Image-to-Text** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

### CAD Viewers

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **FreeCAD** | 7.8/10 | 19 |
| **Onshape** | 8.7/10 | 155 |

#### File Options

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Import files** | Not enough data | 8.3 (19 reviews) | 8.9 (146 reviews) | 
| **Export files** | Not enough data | 8.4 (19 reviews) | 9.1 (147 reviews) | 
| **View 2D files** | Not enough data | 8.1 (18 reviews) | 8.1 (135 reviews) | 
| **View 3D files** | Not enough data | 7.9 (18 reviews) | 9.3 (145 reviews) | 
| **Batch convert files** | Not enough data | 6.9 (14 reviews) | 7.8 (98 reviews) | 
| **File size** | Not enough data | 7.9 (18 reviews) | 8.5 (133 reviews) | 

#### Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Dimensioning tools** | Not enough data | 7.3 (19 reviews) | 8.8 (149 reviews) | 
| **Change units** | Not enough data | 7.5 (19 reviews) | 9.1 (142 reviews) | 
| **3D/solid modeling tools** | Not enough data | 7.8 (19 reviews) | 9.1 (145 reviews) | 

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | 8.0 (19 reviews) | 8.7 (150 reviews) | 

### PCB Design

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **PCB layout editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Schematic editor** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **3D modeling tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Component placement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Library

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Component libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Board size** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Layers** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Customization

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom commands** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Simulation & CAE

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | 6.8/10 | 23 |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (22 reviews) | 
| **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (23 reviews) | 
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (23 reviews) | 
| **Rendering tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (22 reviews) | 

#### Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Fluid analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 3.7 (22 reviews) | 
| **Finite element analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.8 (22 reviews) | 
| **Multibody dynamics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.6 (20 reviews) | 

#### Work

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Discrete event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.3 (20 reviews) | 
| **Continuous event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 4.4 (20 reviews) | 
| **Mechanical event simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.0 (19 reviews) | 
| **Manufacturing process simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 4.8 (20 reviews) | 
| **Integrate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (19 reviews) | 

#### Environment

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (18 reviews) | 
| **Task** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (17 reviews) | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (17 reviews) | 
| **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (18 reviews) | 

### Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | 7.7/10 | 17 |

#### New Product Introduction

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Ideation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (17 reviews) | 
| **Time-to-market** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (17 reviews) | 
| **Cost estimating** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (16 reviews) | 
| **Product approval** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (15 reviews) | 

#### CAD

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **CAD Models** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (17 reviews) | 
| **CAD Options** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (17 reviews) | 
| **Conversion** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (16 reviews) | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Supplier alignment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (17 reviews) | 
| **Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (17 reviews) | 
| **Development** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (17 reviews) | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (17 reviews) | 

#### Product Data Management

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Product Metadata** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Data Quality** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (15 reviews) | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (16 reviews) | 

#### Bill of Materials

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **BOM management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (16 reviews) | 
| **Multi-level BOM** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (15 reviews) | 
| **BOM Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (14 reviews) | 
| **BOM visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (15 reviews) | 

#### Engineering Change Management

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **ECR Workflows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (14 reviews) | 
| **Change Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (16 reviews) | 
| **ECO Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (14 reviews) | 

#### Simulation

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Virtual Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.3 (14 reviews) | 
| **Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.4 (13 reviews) | 
| **Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (14 reviews) | 

#### Analytics

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.0 (14 reviews) | 
| **Costing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Product Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.1 (14 reviews) | 

#### Quality management

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Quality planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (13 reviews) | 
| **Traceability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (13 reviews) | 
| **Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (13 reviews) | 

#### Integration

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **ERP** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (13 reviews) | 
| **MES** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.1 (12 reviews) | 
| **PIM** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (11 reviews) | 
| **Maintenance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (12 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **AI Image-to-Text** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.2/10 | 22 |
| **FreeCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Onshape** | 8.5/10 | 39 |

#### Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | 7.5 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (38 reviews) | 
| **Rendering Tools** | 7.0 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.5 (35 reviews) | 
| **Drawing Tools** | 9.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.2 (36 reviews) | 
| **Editing Tools** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (36 reviews) | 
| **Text Editing Tools** | 8.7 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.1 (36 reviews) | 

#### File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Export Files** | 8.5 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.1 (36 reviews) | 
| **Import Files** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (36 reviews) | 
| **File Interoperability** | 8.2 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (36 reviews) | 
| **Backwards compatibility** | 8.2 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (35 reviews) | 
| **File size** | 8.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (37 reviews) | 

#### Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom Commands** | 8.1 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (35 reviews) | 
| **Custom Scripts** | 8.3 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (34 reviews) | 
| **Custom Menus** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.1 (36 reviews) | 
| **Custom Interface** | 8.2 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.2 (33 reviews) | 

#### Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | 7.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (34 reviews) | 
| **Task-based interfaces** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.5 (31 reviews) | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (32 reviews) | 
| **Command Clarity** | 8.6 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.1 (33 reviews) | 

---
## Categories
**Shared Categories (2):** [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad)

**Unique to AutoCAD (2):** [GIS Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/gis), [Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/building-design-and-building-information-modeling-bim)

**Unique to FreeCAD (1):** [CAD Viewers](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers)

**Unique to Onshape (7):** [Product Data Management (PDM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/product-data-management-pdm), [CAD Viewers](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers), [Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/product-lifecycle-management-plm), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [PCB Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/pcb-design), [Additive Manufacturing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/additive-manufacturing)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | AutoCAD | FreeCAD | Onshape | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 46.9% | 67.9% | 79.0% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 34.2% | 16.1% | 16.7% | 
| **Enterprise** | 18.9% | 16.1% | 4.3% | 

### By Industry

#### AutoCAD

- **Architecture & Planning:** 22.3%
- **Civil Engineering:** 10.4%
- **Construction:** 9.2%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 8.6%
- **Design:** 8.4%
- **Oil & Energy:** 3.2%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.9%
- **Automotive:** 2.9%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 2.3%
- **Higher Education:** 1.8%
- **Other:** 27.9%

#### FreeCAD

- **Design:** 16.1%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 14.3%
- **Industrial Automation:** 8.9%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 7.1%
- **Automotive:** 5.4%
- **Machinery:** 5.4%
- **Higher Education:** 5.4%
- **Architecture & Planning:** 3.6%
- **Civil Engineering:** 3.6%
- **Computer Software:** 3.6%
- **Other:** 26.8%

#### Onshape

- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 19.7%
- **Design:** 10.1%
- **Medical Devices:** 6.5%
- **Machinery:** 6.2%
- **Industrial Automation:** 5.7%
- **Consumer Goods:** 4.8%
- **Consumer Electronics:** 4.6%
- **Automotive:** 3.8%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 3.5%
- **Manufacturing:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 32.2%

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- [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews)
- [Esri ArcGIS](https://www.g2.com/products/esri-arcgis/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (539 reviews)
- [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews)
- [MicroStation](https://www.g2.com/products/microstation/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (413 reviews)
- [ZWCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/zwcad/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (349 reviews)
- [ActCAD BIM](https://www.g2.com/products/actcad-actcad-bim/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (50 reviews)

### Alternatives to FreeCAD

- [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews)
- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (519 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [DraftSight](https://www.g2.com/products/draftsight/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (208 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews)
- [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews)
- [QCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/qcad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (13 reviews)
- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1324 reviews)
- [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews)

### Alternatives to Onshape

- [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews)
- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (519 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1324 reviews)
- [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews)
- [Altium Develop](https://www.g2.com/products/altium-develop/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (997 reviews)
- [CATIA](https://www.g2.com/products/catia/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (255 reviews)
- [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews)
- [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (316 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### AutoCAD

- Title: [Can we add simulation?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/15648-can-we-add-simulation) — 4 comments, 3 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Yes we can do any kind of simulation here. This tool provides great flexibility."
- Title: [Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-of-the-features-might-be-useful-for-cad-software) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "3d extend "
- Title: [What is AutoCAD Architecture used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-autocad-architecture-used-for) — 2 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "AutoCAD Architecture is a specialized version of AutoCAD developed for architects and building professionals. It provides intelligent architectural..."
- Title: [Can you do 3d in AutoCAD?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-you-do-3d-in-autocad) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Yes"
- Title: [What is AutoCAD software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-autocad-software-used-for) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "drafting, design and drawing production.  2d and 3d"

### FreeCAD

- Title: [Is FreeCAD easy to learn?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-freecad-easy-to-learn) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "its easy, if you are familiar with other CAD software"
- Title: [Is FreeCAD reliable?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-freecad-reliable) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "No, it has all kinds of silly errors that sometimes pop up when you change something that is unrelated to the error.
FreeCAD-pros admit this in their..."
- Title: [new user](https://www.g2.com/discussions/29807-new-user) — 1 comment, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Looks impressive. I look forward to getting involved. Interested in Vintage 1930s cars. i'm in Australia"
- Title: [FREECAD FOR PROFESSIONAL](https://www.g2.com/discussions/29803-freecad-for-professional) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "hi.
i just want to know that can i use FreeCAD for professional uses for free or it is open for practice/student only
"
- Title: [CAD Services That Will Bring You to the Future – Cadsourcing](https://www.g2.com/discussions/28081-cad-services-that-will-bring-you-to-the-future-cadsourcing) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "You can check here for more details!
https://cadsourcing.com/cad-services-that-will-bring-you-to-the-future/"

### Onshape

- Title: [What is Onshape used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-onshape-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Collaboratively design products and solutions for problems using a browser on nearly any computer. Manage the data for the parts you design and prepare them..."
- Title: [When can we expect some better surfacing tools or plugins.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/when-can-we-expect-some-better-surfacing-tools-or-plugins) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "You should really try some of the custom feature scripts like sculpt, Plane, 3D sketch and surface extend. Also, I'm sure there are more since I looked into it."
- Title: [Does this product have the capability to show stress/strain, show transfer of heat, and airflow?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/42157-does-this-product-have-the-capability-to-show-stress-strain-show-transfer-of-heat-and-airflow) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "No, only through partner apps"
- Title: [Onshape's 2D drawing platform doesn't let you make a sketch aside from line or spline.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/34202-onshape-s-2d-drawing-platform-doesn-t-let-you-make-a-sketch-aside-from-line-or-spline) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "It has many basic sketch features"
- Title: [What is the fastest way to deselect multiple items when zoomed into a design?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/33946-what-is-the-fastest-way-to-deselect-multiple-items-when-zoomed-into-a-design) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Tapping the Space Bar"

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/autocad-vs-freecad-vs-onshape)