FreeCAD

FreeCAD

5.0 out of 5 stars
ViaCAD

ViaCAD

Punch! Software
3.0 out of 5 stars
FreeCAD ViaCAD

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FreeCAD:

About

FreeCAD is an open-source parametric 3D modeler made primarily to design real-life objects of any size. Parametric modeling allows you to easily modify your design by going back into your model history and changing its parameters. FreeCAD allows you to sketch geometry constrained 2D shapes and use them as a base to build other objects. It contains many components to adjust dimensions or extract design details from 3D models to create high quality production ready drawings. FreeCAD is a multiplatfom (Windows, Mac and Linux), highly customizable and extensible software. It reads and writes to many open file formats such as STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE and many others, making it possible to seamlessly integrate it into your workflow. FreeCAD is designed to fit a wide range of uses including product design, mechanical engineering and architecture. Whether you are a hobbyist, a programmer, an experienced CAD user, a student or a teacher, you will feel right at home with FreeCAD.
ViaCAD:

About

Designed with professionals in mind, ViaCAD® Pro delivers the flexibility of mesh-based and solid modeling to help you quickly go from 3D design concept to completion. Our 3D CAD software can handle your architectural, mechanical, prototyping, and design planning with ease. All you need is an idea and ViaCAD. Intelligent software at a no-brainer price, ViaCAD Pro offers 2D drafting and advanced 3D modeling toolsets, with easy switching 3D and 2D views. ViaCAD Pro can help you accomplish advanced 3D prototyping, photorealistic rendering, designs for product manufacturing, product packaging, architectural drawings, home remodeling plans, interior design, inventions, and more. If you run an engineering or design firm that needs multiple user seats for your team, we are your new best friend.
FreeCAD:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
ViaCAD:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
FreeCAD:

Audience

Engineering Professionals in search of a professional 3D parametric modeler software solution for their models
ViaCAD:

Audience

Designers that need a 3D CAD solution
FreeCAD:

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
ViaCAD:

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported
FreeCAD:

API

Offers API Supported
ViaCAD:

API

Offers API Not Supported
FreeCAD:

Screenshots and Videos

ViaCAD:

Screenshots and Videos

FreeCAD:

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
ViaCAD:

Pricing

$39.99
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
FreeCAD:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 4.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5
ViaCAD:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 3.0 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5
FreeCAD:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • It works very well. It has a somewhat steep learning curve which is less if you come to it fresh. It is a very, very good program. I've used the other big 3, and this is very, very comparable. I highly recommend it.

Cons

  • Nothing comes to mind.
ViaCAD:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Was once a reliable platform with the money. The current product is not worth the money and is hardly different from the version from nearly 10 years ago
  • I like that I can not only build walls and make a floor plan but that I can put furniture in to see how well the room will flow.

Cons

  • I was a long time and user having versions 789 and 12 on different machines in my shop. I obtained a new computer this spring and decided add the current Pro version. What I found was software that had minimally changed since version 12. I had also purchased a tutorial guide to go with it which turned out to be for an old version of Shark. When I inquired about their money back guarantee they said it was only for software that had been opened. I don't know how one is supposed to evaluate the quality of software without opening. After my email exchange with them they actually Updated Their return policy on their website to reflect this. I do feel that I was cheated because I believed that the 30 day money back guarantee was real.
  • The only thing I wish was better were the controls and the availability of interior design options.
FreeCAD:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
ViaCAD:

Training

Documentation Not Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
FreeCAD:

Company Information

FreeCAD
Founded: 2011
sourceforge.net/projects/free-cad/
ViaCAD:

Company Information

Punch! Software
Founded: 1998
United States
www.punchcad.com
FreeCAD:

Alternatives

MicroStation

MicroStation

Bentley Systems
4.1 out of 5 stars
ViaCAD:

Alternatives

SharkCAD

SharkCAD

Punch CAD
5.0 out of 5 stars
FreeCAD:
iC3D

iC3D

Creative Edge Software
ViaCAD:
TurboCAD

TurboCAD

IMSI Design
5.0 out of 5 stars
FreeCAD:
ViaCAD:
FreeCAD:
Autodesk Fusion

Autodesk Fusion

Autodesk
5.0 out of 5 stars
ViaCAD:
Home Designer

Home Designer

Chief Architect
FreeCAD:
CATIA

CATIA

Dassault Systèmes
5.0 out of 5 stars
ViaCAD:
ARCHLine.XP

ARCHLine.XP

CADline
2.5 out of 5 stars
FreeCAD:

Categories

3D Viewers Supported
CAD Supported
CAD Viewers Supported
Engineering Supported
Product Design Supported
ViaCAD:

Categories

CAD Supported
Interior Design Supported
FreeCAD:

CAD Features

2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported
2D Drawing Supported
3-Axis Milling Not Supported
3D Modeling Supported
4-Axis Milling Not Supported
5-Axis Milling Not Supported
Civil Supported
Collaboration Supported
Database Connectivity Not Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Supported
Hole Making Not Supported
Mechanical Supported
Mechatronics Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Simulate Cycles Not Supported
Spiral Output Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported
Toolpath Simulation Not Supported
User Defined Cycles Not Supported

Engineering Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Chemical Engineering Not Supported
Civil Engineering Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Design Analysis Not Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Engineering Not Supported
Mechanical Engineering Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported
ViaCAD:

CAD Features

2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported
2D Drawing Supported
3-Axis Milling Not Supported
3D Modeling Supported
4-Axis Milling Not Supported
5-Axis Milling Not Supported
Civil Supported
Collaboration Supported
Database Connectivity Not Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Supported
Hole Making Not Supported
Mechanical Supported
Mechatronics Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Simulate Cycles Not Supported
Spiral Output Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported
Toolpath Simulation Not Supported
User Defined Cycles Not Supported
FreeCAD:

Integrations

MeshCAM Supported
BoltsEtAl Supported
Isle Supported
SprutCAM X Supported
Virtofy Supported
ViaCAD:

Integrations

MeshCAM Supported
BoltsEtAl Not Supported
Isle Not Supported
SprutCAM X Not Supported
Virtofy Not Supported
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