SOURCE REVIEWED / 2026-11-08
FreeCAD
Build parametric 3D models and inspect the open CAD toolchain.
Where it fits
Windows · Linux · macOS
Official source code of FreeCAD, a free and opensource multiplatform 3D parametric modeler.
License and practical limits
LGPL-2.1-or-later; dependencies vary. Model exchange and advanced features vary by workbench and format.
Source reviewed; not independently installed in this review. No cloud service or hardware purchase is required to read the source.
Repository snapshot
35,261 stars and 6,368 forks when checked 2026-11-08. These numbers change and are not a security or quality endorsement.
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Before you run it
Read installation requirements and release notes, verify the download source, and keep your own projects backed up. Review third-party plugins and model licenses separately.