Siemens' mid-range CAD, with a free community edition for personal use.
Why we recommend it
The free community edition is unusually generous — full parametric CAD at no cost for non-commercial work.
Strengths
- Genuinely capable free community edition
- Synchronous plus parametric modelling
- Good sheet metal tools
Keep in mind
- Community edition is non-commercial only
- Windows only
How much does Solid Edge cost?
Free (community) – quote — Free tier, with paid plans.
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