Compare FreeCAD и iC3D

Benefits:

In comparison with other AutoCad softwares,it is one of the different version software. We can make 3 D drawing through this software at different ... Read more

In comparison with other AutoCad softwares,it is one of the different version software. We can make 3 D drawing through this software at different angles of projection which is is indeed the most fantastic feature. This software is used by everyone whether students or professionals but proved to be helpful to everyone.

Drawbacks:

Sometimes when we are updating modules, at that time some of the modules are not updated. So we feel that they will update in next versions of soft... Read more

Sometimes when we are updating modules, at that time some of the modules are not updated. So we feel that they will update in next versions of software. The learning curve of this software is quite difficult for the new users. For this sometimes some users have to take CAD classes in order to have good command on the usage of this particular software.

Summary:

Benefits:

Price (free), functionality: solid modeling (not just a collection of lines, arc and circles) , features, (eventual) ease of use, ability to create... Read more

Price (free), functionality: solid modeling (not just a collection of lines, arc and circles) , features, (eventual) ease of use, ability to create .stl files for 3D printer. The software is parametric meaning you can adjust dimensions and update the model, ability to create assemblies.

Drawbacks:

Steep learning curve but thankfully with YouTube... I haven't looked for awhile but the documentation was lacking when I first got into it. I haven... Read more

Steep learning curve but thankfully with YouTube... I haven't looked for awhile but the documentation was lacking when I first got into it. I haven't had to use the forum for help so I can't speak to that but in searching the forum it seems to be very active with volunteers answering questions.

Summary:

Love it. I used Pro/ENGINEER in the early 90's and it was such a wonderful leap over AutoCAD but hugely expensive. I used my outdated copy of AutoC... Read more

Love it. I used Pro/ENGINEER in the early 90's and it was such a wonderful leap over AutoCAD but hugely expensive. I used my outdated copy of AutoCAD for years until I discovered FreeCAD 5 or 6 years ago. Initially it was a steep learning curve but with the abundance of videos on YouTube and perseverance I am now quite adept at using it. I have designed/built a semi-automatic machine for my production and have several 3D printed tools used in that machine. FreeCAD has been a Godsend for developing and evaluating my ideas and I would definitely recommend it if you are a small business with minimal or no budget for expensive CAD software.

Benefits:

Can create any part you can imagine, exports to 3d printing friendly formats, sketching and part design workbenches are relatively easy to learn.

Drawbacks:

There are some software quirks on of them is you can not attach sketch to surface and modify the body that the sketch is attached it will mess up t... Read more

There are some software quirks on of them is you can not attach sketch to surface and modify the body that the sketch is attached it will mess up the part, while there are ways around that I wish they would fix it in the next iteration of the software. Also if downloading official release the UI is outdated.

Summary:

It's a powerfull CAD tool, and the best part it's totally free.

Benefits:

can be oriented by user script and easy to implement automatic CAD generation.

Drawbacks:

poor and very complicated user interface. 3D surface generation can not react that you desire.

Summary:

Benefits:

3D printing has a wide application range in different areas of business. You can also perform it in various ways, but it is best to use appropriate... Read more

3D printing has a wide application range in different areas of business. You can also perform it in various ways, but it is best to use appropriate software for the purpose. That's how you can transform an ordinary desktop into a serious piece of business equipment. iC3D is known as a quality one. You will have to explore this software in order to find out more about its use. You can also use different manuals to learn how to use it in the best possible way. They are often freely available on the Internet, so you will have no problem to get one of these resources. Fortunately, it is not hard to learn, and it mostly works intuitively. Listed out, some pros are: Pros Intuitive software Works with all Windows versions Easy to learn and operate Simply accessible

Drawbacks:

iC3D is incredibly easy to use, and its difficult to find cons of this software. However, there is the occasional glitch or moment of unresponsive ... Read more

iC3D is incredibly easy to use, and its difficult to find cons of this software. However, there is the occasional glitch or moment of unresponsive when piloting the software.

Summary:

iC3D is great when it comes to the creation of custom prints. You can make and adjust various catalogs and perform different tasks with this softwa... Read more

iC3D is great when it comes to the creation of custom prints. You can make and adjust various catalogs and perform different tasks with this software. It includes pictures uploading, sizing, adjusting and creating all kind of objects from scratch. The interface is user-friendly, so you will not lose to much time while figuring what serves for what. I absolutely love it!

Benefits:

iC3D is one of those software which can help work get done from 0-100 without need of anything else. Their smart mesh technology makes texturing an... Read more

iC3D is one of those software which can help work get done from 0-100 without need of anything else. Their smart mesh technology makes texturing and rendering fairly convenient and quick

Drawbacks:

The only con i can think of is the pricing which is justifiable but still higher than it should be which is not certainly a deal breaker but it cou... Read more

The only con i can think of is the pricing which is justifiable but still higher than it should be which is not certainly a deal breaker but it could be improved.

Summary:

Overall i am very happy it helps create prototype mimic the original in real time which and their cloud viewer helps it using on the go very easy

Benefits:

IC3D is a program that is very easy to use, it is intuitive and very user friendly, it has an advantage over other softwares that make it compete a... Read more

IC3D is a program that is very easy to use, it is intuitive and very user friendly, it has an advantage over other softwares that make it compete and it can be used both in an amateur way and in a professional way, to get to this there is only than to take the manual and appropriate the information given.

Drawbacks:

As I mentioned before, IC3D is very intuitive and very easy to use, so it is difficult to make a comment against it, but even so, the interface cou... Read more

As I mentioned before, IC3D is very intuitive and very easy to use, so it is difficult to make a comment against it, but even so, the interface could be much better and reach any audience whether professional or not.

Summary:

IC3D has helped me as a mechanical engineer to materialize my 3D projects easily and quickly in the design of mechanical elements.