Engineering CAD
Best Engineering CAD Software 2025
CAD for mechanical engineering.
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Onshape
Cloud-native CAD.
4.6(1,800)
Free
Full cloudReal-timePDM built-inMobileAPIFeature-based
True cloud
Real-time collab
Version control
Cloud dependent
PTC owned
Best for: Distributed teamsVisit Site
2
SolidWorks
Mechanical CAD leader.
4.5(5,800)
$3,995
3D CADSimulationPDMRenderingDrawingsCollaboration
Industry leader
Great ecosystem
Simulation
Expensive
Windows only
Best for: Mechanical engineersVisit Site
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Fusion 360
Cloud CAD/CAM.
4.5(3,200)
Free
CADCAMPCBSimulationGenerativeCollaboration
Great value
Cloud-based
Free tier
Cloud dependent
Less powerful
Best for: Startups and makersVisit Site
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Inventor
Autodesk mechanical CAD.
4.3(2,200)
$295/mo
3D CADSimulationDrawingsFrame generatorTube & pipeRendering
Autodesk ecosystem
Good simulation
AEC integration
Subscription
Complex
Best for: Autodesk shopsVisit Site