# Dalux vs FreeCAD

| Attribute | Dalux | FreeCAD |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 42.7 (74% (medium)) | 55.7 (33% (low)) |
| activity.commits_last_30d | - | 100 |
| adoption.dependent_repos | - | 4 |
| adoption.github_stars | - | 34,290 |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"A cloud-based platform that helps construction teams collaborate on BIM models, drawings, and project documentation from design through facility maintenance. It provides web and mobile access to coordinate information, manage quality and safety, and streamline handover processes. It is indexed under Bim Software.","source":"https://www.dalux.com/","question":"What is Dalux?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Dalux does not publish its prices. Pricing is quoted on request, across 2 plans (Free and Paid Plans), so the figure depends on your seat count and requirements. We record this as a pricing-transparency signal rather than guessing a number. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.dalux.com/","question":"How much does Dalux cost?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to Dalux. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.dalux.com/","question":"What platforms does Dalux support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Dalux, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.dalux.com/","question":"Can Dalux be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed GDPR for Dalux. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Dalux not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.dalux.com/","question":"What security certifications does Dalux have?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Dalux is available worldwide. Its primary markets are Denmark and Sweden. The vendor is headquartered in Denmark.","source":"https://www.dalux.com/","question":"Where is Dalux available?","confidence":0.75}]` | `[{"answer":"FreeCAD is an open-source parametric 3D modeling application that enables users to design real-world objects with precise dimensions and parameters. It supports bidirectional 2D-to-3D workflows, includes specialized workbenches for various domains (mechanical design, architecture, CAM), and seamlessly integrates with numerous file formats. It is indexed under CAD Software.","source":"https://www.freecad.org","question":"What is FreeCAD?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"FreeCAD is open source, so it can be self-hosted and used at no licence cost. It is released under the LGPL-2.1 licence. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.freecad.org","question":"Is FreeCAD free to use?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"FreeCAD supports Windows, macOS and Linux. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://www.freecad.org","question":"What platforms does FreeCAD support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. FreeCAD can be deployed self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.","source":"https://www.freecad.org","question":"Can FreeCAD be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 8 integrations for FreeCAD, including STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC and DAE. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.freecad.org","question":"What does FreeCAD integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. FreeCAD is published under the LGPL-2.1 licence, a copyleft licence, so check its terms before embedding it in a closed-source product. Licence terms can change between releases, so verify against the repository for the version you intend to use.","source":"https://github.com/freecad/FreeCAD","question":"Is FreeCAD open source?","confidence":0.95}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"self_hosted":true}` |
| description.long | A cloud-based platform that helps construction teams collaborate on BIM models, drawings, and project documentation from design through facility maintenance. It provides web and mobile access to coordinate information, manage quality and safety, and streamline handover processes. | FreeCAD is a free, open-source 3D parametric modeling tool that allows users to create and modify parametric designs. It supports multiple platforms and features a community-driven ecosystem of modules and macros. |
| features.capabilities | `{"pricing_model":"annual_subscription","deployment_model":"cloud_web_viewer","authoring_vs_coordination":"model_coordination_clash","ifc_openbim_standard_compliance":true}` | `{"iso_27001":false,"soc2_type_ii":false,"pricing_model":"completely_free_oss","deployment_model":"native_desktop_local","authoring_vs_coordination":"model_authoring","3d_parametric_object_modeling":true,"ifc_openbim_standard_compliance":true,"point_cloud_lidar_scan_ingestion":true,"fea_stress_and_thermal_simulation":true,"parametric_history_based_timeline":true,"pcb_electrical_circuit_design_sync":false,"cam_toolpath_generation_cnc_milling":true,"dwg_dxf_autocad_standard_file_import":true,"bim_architectural_information_modeling":true,"2d_drafting_and_dimensioning_blueprints":true,"automated_hard_and_soft_clash_detection":false,"nurbs_and_surface_mathematical_modeling":true,"stl_export_for_standardized_3d_printing":true,"4d_time_scheduling_and_5d_cost_estimation":false,"mep_mechanical_electrical_plumbing_detailing":false,"structural_steel_and_concrete_rebar_detailing":false}` |
| integrations.count | 1 | 8 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Revit"},{"name":"IFC"}]` | `[{"name":"STEP"},{"name":"IGES"},{"name":"STL"},{"name":"SVG"},{"name":"DXF"},{"name":"OBJ"},{"name":"IFC"},{"name":"DAE"}]` |
| language.primary | - | C++ |
| license.spdx | - | LGPL-2.1 |
| market.availability | `{"hqCountry":"DK","primaryMarkets":["DK","SE"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | `{"hqCountry":"BE","primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"ios":true,"web":true,"android":true}` | `{"mac":true,"linux":true,"windows":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"quote","plans":[{"free":true,"name":"Free","summary":"Free tier: 3 active projects","features":["BIM Viewer","Field Basic"],"description":"Free access limited to 3 active projects with basic BIM viewing and field features","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"projects":"3"}},{"free":false,"name":"Paid Plans","summary":"Contact sales for pricing and features","description":"Comprehensive construction management solutions","contactSales":true}],"summary":"Free tier available (3 projects); paid plans available via sales contact","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.dalux.com/","retrievedAt":"2026-08-24T15:32:09.872Z"}` | `{"type":"open_source","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Sponsor - Bronze","summary":"From 1 USD/1 EUR per month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":1,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Sponsor - Silver","summary":"From 25 USD/25 EUR per month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":25,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Sponsor - Gold","summary":"From 100 USD/100 EUR per month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":100,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Sponsor - Platinum","summary":"From 200 USD/200 EUR per month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":200,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"contactSales":false}],"summary":"Free and open source. Optional sponsorships from 1 USD/month","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.freecad.org","retrievedAt":"2026-10-14T21:29:56.149Z","startingPrice":{"amount":1,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}}` |
| pricing.free_tier | yes | yes |
| pricing.model | freemium | open_source |
| pricing.price_level | low | free |
| pricing.starting_price | - | `{"amount":1,"currency":"USD"}` |
| pricing.transparent | no | yes |
| release.cadence_days | - | 5 |
| release.history | - | `[{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.10.14","date":"2026-10-14T00:46:23Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.10.14"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/26.3rc1","date":"2026-10-08T14:40:27Z","type":"prerelease","version":"26.3rc1"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.10.07","date":"2026-10-07T00:56:59Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.10.07"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.10.01","date":"2026-10-01T12:47:28Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.10.01"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.09.30","date":"2026-09-30T00:56:31Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.09.30"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/1.1.4","date":"2026-09-28T13:58:35Z","type":"stable","version":"1.1.4"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.09.23","date":"2026-09-23T00:49:32Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.09.23"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.09.16","date":"2026-09-16T06:36:36Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.09.16"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.09.09","date":"2026-09-09T00:56:51Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.09.09"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.09.02","date":"2026-09-02T03:54:40Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.09.02"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.08.26","date":"2026-08-26T01:46:26Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.08.26"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.08.20","date":"2026-08-20T05:32:11Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.08.20"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.08.12","date":"2026-08-12T06:16:55Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.08.12"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.08.05","date":"2026-08-05T00:46:24Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.08.05"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.07.29","date":"2026-07-29T00:48:02Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.07.29"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/1.1.3","date":"2026-07-25T04:53:36Z","type":"stable","version":"1.1.3"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/1.1.2","date":"2026-07-23T15:01:22Z","type":"stable","version":"1.1.2"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.07.22","date":"2026-07-22T00:48:07Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.07.22"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.07.15","date":"2026-07-15T00:44:04Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.07.15"},{"url":"https://github.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD/releases/tag/weekly-2026.07.09","date":"2026-07-09T19:33:50Z","type":"prerelease","version":"weekly-2026.07.09"}]` |
| security.gdpr | yes | - |
| security.vulnerabilities | - | `{"count":0,"source":"https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=conda&package_name=freecad&per_page=100","last_12m":0,"max_severity":null}` |

## Capabilities (Bim Software)

| Capability | Dalux | FreeCAD |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Deployment model | Cloud web viewer | native_desktop_local |
| Authoring vs coordination | Model coordination clash | Model authoring |
| 3d parametric object modeling | - | ✓ |
| Automated hard and soft clash detection | - | ✗ |
| 4d time scheduling and 5d cost estimation | - | ✗ |
| Point cloud lidar scan ingestion | - | ✓ |
| Ifc openbim standard compliance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mep mechanical electrical plumbing detailing | - | ✗ |
| Structural steel and concrete rebar detailing | - | ✗ |
| Vr ar headset model walkthroughs | - | - |
| SOC2 type ii | - | ✗ |
| ISO 27001 | - | ✗ |
| Pricing model | Annual subscription | completely_free_oss |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T17:47:45.595Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*