

#ONSHAPE VS FREECAD DRIVER#
I can run it on a Chromebook as a daily driver without any issues. Since Onshape runs in the cloud, there are no hardware requirements. Onshape is fantastic for remote teams, startups, or larger companies looking to unburden themselves from the traditional shortcomings of CAD. This allows for real-time collaboration, which is especially helpful when working remotely with a team. Multiple users can be actively working in the same Onshape document simultaneously, which is a revolution compared to older check-in check-out solutions, like Arena or Solidworks Vault. Since Onshape works in the Cloud, I can send view-only links to clients and give them access to the latest CAD files without having to export and share files via email or Google Drive. This is incredibly helpful for tracking production drawing and part releases, and tracking when parts were sent for prototyping.
#ONSHAPE VS FREECAD FULL#
I am using the Professional plan, which is a little more expensive but provides access to full release management. Onshape has a basic PDM feature built into the standard tier, which allows for basic version control.
#ONSHAPE VS FREECAD WINDOWS#
I use it at home on my Windows Desktop machine and bring a Chromebook with me to site visits and can access and edit my latest CAD without issues. Onshape is my go-to CAD package for all of my projects. Supported: Security (role-based access control, AES-256 encryption, optional 2FA and audit logs, SOC 2 Type 2 compliant).

Supported: Support (contact support directly in the product, Learning Center with tutorials and instructor led training ).Supported: Integrations (robust REST API, App Store with ERP, PLM, SSO, simulation, CAM).Supported: Analytics (monitor project status with Activity, Release, Project and User dashboards, security reviews, global permissions).Supported: Configurations (separate tables for each configuration option, configuration variables enable infinite product variations with unique release history).Supported: Bill of Materials (manage while simultaneously editing and assembly with real-time updates).Supported: Workflow (automate workflows to manage release and revision, custom workflows).


The vendor boasts over 2 million users who work in Onshape to modernize and streamline their product development cycle. Onshape aims to accelerate time to market and improve innovation by:ġ) Access: Unlike file-based CAD which is on-premise only, Onshape enables remote access for designers and engineers from anywhere, and on any internet-connected device -including tablets and smart phones.Ģ) Collaboration: Onshape aims to eliminate the version control problems and blocking of file-based CAD and PDM systems by enabling real-time, simultaneous access and collaboration for designers and engineers. Onshape is a cloud-native product development platform with integrated CAD, data management and analytics.
