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OpenSCAD
OpenSCAD: Free software for creating solid 3D CAD objects.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-04
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/openscad/openscad or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed AutoCAD.
Replaces 2 paid apps
up to $335/mo ($4,020/yr) in subscriptions
OpenSCAD FAQ
Common questions
Is OpenSCAD free and open source?+
OpenSCAD is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. OpenSCAD: Free software for creating solid 3D CAD objects.
What paid software does OpenSCAD replace?+
OpenSCAD serves as a free replacement for 2 paid SaaS applications: AutoCAD, Autodesk Fusion, saving up to $335/month ($4,020/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up OpenSCAD?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/openscad/openscad or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with OpenSCAD?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed AutoCAD.