noBS CAD
6.5#48 in 3d cad softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitnoBS CAD vs SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | noBS CAD | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Parametric modeling | Constrained sketches drive editable solid features, and changing a dimension rebuilds downstream features. | Yes |
| Support | The project directs questions and ideas to GitHub Discussions and welcomes contributions. | Online purchases include technical support and access to getting-started resources covering installation, onboarding and tutorials. |
noBS CAD plans
- FreeFree
SOLIDWORKS plans
- SOLIDWORKS Design Standard with Cloud Services$2,820 a year
- SOLIDWORKS Design Professional with Cloud Services$3,456 a year
- SOLIDWORKS Design Premium with Cloud Services$4,716 a year
- SOLIDWORKS for Makers$48 a year
Pick noBS CAD if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick SOLIDWORKS if…
SOLIDWORKS suits people and organizations working with 3D product design, including industrial, medical, scientific, consumer, educational, technology, and transportation markets. Students can use Design Standard at no cost, while Makers is aimed at personal, non-commercial use.