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SolveSpace alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave SolveSpace: limited fillets, surfacing and large-assembly support, and basic interface and documentation. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces SolveSpace, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. FreeCAD currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Onshape logoOnshapeFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 459.6
2Autodesk Fusion logoAutodesk FusionFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Web0 of 046.7
  1. Onshape logo

    1. OnshapeTop pick

    Best for: Engineering teams who want collaborative CAD without installs or file conflicts

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from SolveSpace

    Professional parametric CAD in the browser, free for public projects.

    Pros

    • Runs in any browser with nothing to install
    • Real-time collaboration with full version history
    • Free plan for hobby and personal projects

    Cons

    • Requires an internet connection
    • Free plan documents are public
    • Paid plans are expensive for individuals
    Visit Onshape Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Onshape a good SolveSpace alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, public documents only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026onshape.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Standard plan
    $1,500 per user per year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026onshape.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional plan
    $2,500 per user per year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026onshape.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional trial
    Up to 6 months (Discovery Program)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026onshape.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Autodesk Fusion logo

    2. Autodesk Fusion

    Best for: Makers and small product teams who want CAD, CAM and PCB tools in one package

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Web

    46.7

    score / 100

    Why switch from SolveSpace

    Polished CAD with CAM, free for personal use.

    Pros

    • CAD, CAM, simulation and electronics in one tool
    • Free personal-use licence for hobbyists
    • Cloud storage with built-in version history

    Cons

    • Personal tier restricts features and commercial use
    • Relies on Autodesk cloud and account
    • Advanced manufacturing features cost extra
    Visit Autodesk Fusion Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1515
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Autodesk Fusion a good SolveSpace alternative?

    Verified facts

    0 of 0 verified

    No sourced facts yet.

The best SolveSpace alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

FreeCAD logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for most people

FreeCAD

Free and open source with far more workbenches for complex projects.

OpenSCAD logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for a free option

OpenSCAD

Free code-based CAD for fully scripted parametric parts.

Onshape logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Onshape

Professional parametric CAD in the browser, free for public projects.

FreeCAD logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for open source

FreeCAD

Free and open source with far more workbenches for complex projects.

Autodesk Fusion logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for Mac

Autodesk Fusion

Polished CAD with CAM, free for personal use.

FreeCAD logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for Windows

FreeCAD

Free and open source with far more workbenches for complex projects.

FreeCAD logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for Linux

FreeCAD

Free and open source with far more workbenches for complex projects.

Onshape logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for iPhone and Android

Onshape

Professional parametric CAD in the browser, free for public projects.

Onshape logo

Best SolveSpace alternative for working in the browser

Onshape

Professional parametric CAD in the browser, free for public projects.

SolveSpace alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to SolveSpace?

FreeCAD ranks first right now. Free and open source with far more workbenches for complex projects. OpenSCAD and Onshape follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to SolveSpace?

Yes. FreeCAD (open source), OpenSCAD (open source), Onshape (free plan + paid) and Autodesk Fusion (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to SolveSpace?

Yes: FreeCAD and OpenSCAD.

Which SolveSpace alternatives work on Linux?

FreeCAD and OpenSCAD run on Linux.

Why do people switch from SolveSpace?

The complaints we hear most: limited fillets, surfacing and large-assembly support; basic interface and documentation; not suited to complex products.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces SolveSpace, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.