FreeCAD

FreeCAD

5.0 out of 5 stars
hamwiCAD

hamwiCAD

Hamwic Engineering Limited
FreeCAD hamwiCAD

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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.
hamwiCAD:

About

hamwiCAD is a desktop 3D CAD application for modeling structural steelwork, mechanical structures and pipework. It is designed for engineers, CAD drafters and fabrication businesses that need to create and detail engineering models. The software includes structural section libraries and tools for beams, columns, plates, connections, holes, notches and pipework components such as flanges. Assembly and 3D modeling tools support the preparation of parts and structures for engineering and fabrication workflows. hamwiCAD can import and export STEP files and export DXF drawings, helping users exchange model and drawing data with other CAD workflows. The application runs on Windows and Linux and is available with a perpetual license and a 90-day trial. It supports practical structural and mechanical design tasks, including steelwork and pipework modeling.
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
hamwiCAD:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux 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
hamwiCAD:

Audience

Structural steel designers, mechanical engineers, pipework designers, CAD draughtsmen, fabrication workshops, small engineering companies and Linux CAD users.
FreeCAD:

Support

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

Support

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

API

Offers API Supported
hamwiCAD:

API

Offers API Not Supported
FreeCAD:

Screenshots and Videos

hamwiCAD:

Screenshots and Videos

No images available
FreeCAD:

Pricing

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

Pricing

£345 one-time
£345 + VAT for a perpetual licence for one named user (£414 including UK VAT at 20%). Includes every HamwiCAD 1.x update and 12 months of email support. A free 90-day trial is available for evaluation; it is not licensed for paid client work, production fabrication or installation.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported
FreeCAD:

Reviews/Ratings

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

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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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.
FreeCAD:

Training

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

Training

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

Company Information

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

Company Information

Hamwic Engineering Limited
Founded: 1993
United Kingdom
www.hamwic.com/hamwicad.html
FreeCAD:

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hamwiCAD:

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hamwiCAD:
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hamwiCAD:
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FreeCAD:

Categories

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

Categories

3D Modeling Supported
CAD 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
FreeCAD:

Integrations

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

Integrations

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