softwares.com
Onshape logo

Onshape

by PTC

Cloud-native CAD and product data management.

4.5(1,100)CAD & 3D Design
Visit Onshape
See alternatives

Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

Onshape screenshot

Key facts

Vendor
PTC
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $1500/user/yr
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android
Best for
Engineers, Distributed Teams
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2012
Headquarters
Boston, MA, USA

What is Onshape?

Onshape is a cad tool from PTC. Onshape is a full-cloud parametric CAD and PDM platform that runs in the browser with real-time collaboration and version control.

Onshape uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $1500/user/yr.

It's best suited to engineers, distributed-teams and runs on Web, Ios, Android.

Standout strengths include runs entirely in browser, built-in version control, real-time collaboration. Worth weighing: free plan makes work public, requires good internet.

Onshape pricing

Free (public)
Free
Get Free (public)
Standard
$1500/user/yr
Get Standard

Pros

  • Runs entirely in browser
  • Built-in version control
  • Real-time collaboration

Cons

  • Free plan makes work public
  • Requires good internet

Onshape vs alternatives

See all Onshape alternatives →

Ready to try Onshape?

Start free and see if it fits your workflow.

Work at PTC? Claim this listing to keep it accurate.

Related software

More
Plasticity logo

Plasticity

Plasticity

CAD-style modeling built for artists.

4.7(240)From $149 once
AutoCAD logo

AutoCAD

Autodesk

Industry-standard 2D and 3D CAD.

4.6(4,200)From $310/mo
Tinkercad logo

Tinkercad

Autodesk

Free, easy 3D design for beginners.

4.6(1,400)Free

User reviews

No user reviews yet. Be the first to review Onshape.

Frequently asked questions

What is Onshape?

Onshape is a full-cloud parametric CAD and PDM platform that runs in the browser with real-time collaboration and version control.

How much does Onshape cost?

Onshape is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $1500/user/yr.

Does Onshape have a free trial?

Onshape offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Onshape support?

Onshape is available on Web, Ios, Android.