FeenoX
7.5#3 in physics simulation softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
VisitFeenoX vs OpenFOAM
What both publish
| Fact | FeenoX | OpenFOAM |
|---|---|---|
| 3D visuals | Yes | Yes |
| Data export | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery mode | desktop | desktop |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | FeenoX is distributed under the GNU General Public License version 3 or any later version, with freedom to use, modify and redistribute it under the license terms. | OpenFOAM is distributed under the GNU General Public Licence (GPL). |
| Purpose | FeenoX is a cloud-first computational engineering tool for solving engineering problems with one or many computers in parallel. | OpenFOAM is an open-source computational fluid dynamics toolbox for simulating fluid flow, heat transfer, and related physical processes. |
| Support | The project directs users to GitHub Discussions for help and GitHub Issues for bug reporting. | OpenCFD offers a one-year support package covering installation, bug fixes, updates, CFD assistance, and code customisation, with a maximum number of service hours per year. |
FeenoX plans
- FeenoXFree
- FreeFree
OpenFOAM plans
- OpenFOAMFree
Pick FeenoX if…
FeenoX suits advanced users such as engineers, Unix hackers, and academic professors who work with engineering models and plain-text inputs. It targets GNU/Linux users and can also be accessed through browser-based interfaces.
Pick OpenFOAM if…
OpenFOAM suits science and engineering companies, consultancies, and universities working on fluid flow, heat transfer, or related simulations. It is also a fit for users who want an open-source CFD toolbox with mesh tools and ParaView visualization support.