vioscale
Comparison

FreeCAD vs Rhinoceros 3D

On the evidence we track, FreeCAD leads this comparison with a composite score of 67/100. Scores are only directly comparable because these tools share a category; the full breakdown and every source is below.

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★FreeCAD67
Rhinoceros 3D61
Score
Vioscale score
FreeCAD67 / 100low · 35%
Rhinoceros 3D61 / 100low · 26%
Pricing
Free tier
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D✓
Model
FreeCADcommercial
Rhinoceros 3Dfreemium
Price level
FreeCADfree
Rhinoceros 3Dhigh
Transparent
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D✓
Integrations
Count
FreeCAD8
Rhinoceros 3D6
Security
Vulnerabilities
Adoption
Dependent repos
FreeCAD4
Rhinoceros 3D–
Github stars
FreeCAD33,079
Rhinoceros 3D–
Activity
Commits last 30d
FreeCAD100
Rhinoceros 3D–
Release
Cadence days
FreeCAD6
Rhinoceros 3D–
History
FreeCAD20 items
Rhinoceros 3D–
License
Spdx
FreeCADLGPL-2.1
Rhinoceros 3D–
Language
Primary
FreeCADC++
Rhinoceros 3D–
Market
Availability
FreeCAD–
Rhinoceros 3DAvailable worldwide · HQ US

Capabilities

Feature-by-feature on the axes that matter for cad software. “-” means undocumented, not absent.

Capabilities
Deployment model
FreeCADNative desktop local
Rhinoceros 3D-
Parametric history based timeline
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
Nurbs and surface mathematical modeling
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
2d drafting and dimensioning blueprints
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
Cam toolpath generation cnc milling
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
Bim architectural information modeling
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
Fea stress and thermal simulation
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
Pcb electrical circuit design sync
FreeCAD✗
Rhinoceros 3D-
Stl export for standardized 3d printing
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
Dwg dxf autocad standard file import
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D-
SOC2 type ii
FreeCAD✗
Rhinoceros 3D-
ISO 27001
FreeCAD✗
Rhinoceros 3D-
Pricing model
FreeCADCompletely free oss
Rhinoceros 3D-

What each one is

The product in its own terms, so the numbers below have context.

FreeCAD

Leader

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.

Independently observed

Rhinoceros 3D

A 3D design application used by architects, engineers, product designers, and fabricators to create detailed digital models for manufacturing and construction. Provides precise geometry modeling tools across diverse industries including product design, jewelry, landscape design, and marine engineering.

Independently observed

Pricing

List pricing as published by each vendor, with the date we read it. Always verify at the source before you buy.

FreeCAD

Leader
Open sourceFree tier
as of verify ↗

Rhinoceros 3D

from €95/moPerpetual licenceFree tier90-day trial

From €195 (student) to €995 (commercial), perpetual license. Free 90-day trial available.

  • Commercial€995 one-time
    • Perpetual license
    • Support included
    • Service releases included
    • Use for commercial work
  • Commercial Upgrade€595 one-time
    • Perpetual license
    • Support included
    • Service releases included
    • Floating license
    • Prior version license key needed
  • Student€195 one-time
    • Perpetual license
    • Support included
    • Service releases included
    • Use for commercial work
  • Student Upgrade€95 one-time
    • Perpetual license
    • Support included
    • Service releases included
    • Prior version license key needed
  • EvaluationFree
    • 90 day trial license
    • Support included
    • All features included
    • Use for commercial work
    • No credit card required
as of verify ↗

Platform & deployment

Where each product runs and how it can be hosted. A dash means undocumented, not unsupported.

Platforms
iOS
FreeCAD✗
Rhinoceros 3D✓
macOS
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D✓
Windows
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D✓
Linux
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D✗
Deployment
Cloud / SaaS
FreeCAD✗
Rhinoceros 3D✓
Self-hosted
FreeCAD✓
Rhinoceros 3D✓

Integrations

What each product connects to. Counts come from the vendor's own integration directory where one exists.

FreeCAD

Leader
8 total
  • STEP
  • IGES
  • STL
  • SVG
  • DXF
  • OBJ
  • IFC
  • DAE
Independently observed

Rhinoceros 3D

6 total
  • Adobe Substance 3D Designer
  • Adobe Substance 3D Painter
  • Adobe Substance 3D Sampler
  • Grasshopper
  • Bongo
  • Food4Rhino
Independently observed

Comparison generated from independently-sourced facts. Every value links to its source and retrieval date. See the method.