Solidworks Free [2021] Info

There are two primary free versions of SolidWorks:

| Software | Type | Key Strength | Weakness | |----------|------|--------------|-----------| | | Open-source | Parametric modeling, Python scripting | Steeper learning curve | | Fusion 360 (Personal) | Freemium | Cloud-based, CAM included | Files stored on cloud; export limits | | Onshape (Free tier) | Cloud-native | Collaboration, runs in browser | All designs are public | | OpenSCAD | Code-based | Perfect for programmable parts | No GUI for direct modeling | | TinkerCAD | Browser-based | Extremely easy | Very basic, not for engineering | solidworks free