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Onshape

9.6
Brilliant

Free Plan • From $10/user/month

update Last updated: Mar 6, 2026
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description Onshape Overview

Onshape is a fully cloud-native, browser-based CAD platform that revolutionized collaboration with its real-time, multi-user editing and built-in product data management (PDM). Every action is versioned, enabling seamless teamwork akin to Google Docs for CAD. It offers robust parametric and direct modeling, drawing, and simulation. Now owned by PTC, it operates on a freemium model with a free plan for hobbyists and paid plans for professionals.

Its modern architecture, eliminating file management and enabling access anywhere, scores highly for distributed teams, startups, and educators seeking a future-forward collaborative design environment.

recommend Best for: Onshape is best suited for medium to large teams requiring robust CAD capabilities with a focus on collaboration.

info Onshape Specifications

balance Onshape Pros & Cons

thumb_up Pros
  • check Real-time collaboration
  • check Cloud-native architecture
  • check Versioning and history tracking
  • check Built-in product data management (PDM)
  • check Responsive user interface
thumb_down Cons
  • close Limited offline access
  • close Complex for beginners
  • close Higher cost compared to some competitors
  • close Potential security concerns with cloud storage
  • close Requires internet connection

help Onshape FAQ

Is Onshape free?

Onshape offers a free plan, but features like unlimited users and advanced collaboration require paid plans.

Does Onshape have offline capabilities?

While Onshape is primarily cloud-based, it does offer limited offline access for basic editing.

Is Onshape secure?

Onshape uses robust security measures, but concerns about data privacy and cloud storage still exist.

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