MEDUSA4 (now M4 DRAFTING) vs Siemens NX
| MEDUSA4 (now M4 DRAFTING) | Siemens NX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Modeling method | parametric | hybrid |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10, Windows 11 | Windows desktop; NX X Design is cloud SaaS and supports browser-based access |
| File import and export | DWG, DXF, DGN (import only), STEP, IGES, VRML, VDA, STL; PDF export | IGES, STEP AP203, STEP AP214, DXF/DWG, STL, 3MF; NX X data exchange also lists JT, Solid Edge and SolidWorks open |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Surface modeling | — | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Everything Xiaomi, Siemens NX scores higher on our published basis.