FreeCAD for Mac
3D parametric modeller
brew install --cask freecad. Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository.
It has 3,842 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.
What FreeCAD is
FreeCAD is a utility for macOS: 3D parametric modeller.
It is distributed as a Homebrew cask, which installs a .app bundle into your Applications folder. The project is open source and lives at https://www.freecad.org/.
How to install FreeCAD
- Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
- If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
- Run
brew install --cask freecad.
Homebrew installer, if you need it:
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install FreeCAD on Mac?
Run brew install --cask freecad in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.
Is FreeCAD open source?
Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository (FreeCAD/FreeCAD), which is strong evidence the project is open source. Check the project for the current licence.
Does FreeCAD run on Apple silicon?
Yes, as a universal binary.
How popular is FreeCAD?
It was installed 3,842 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #415 in this catalogue.
What version of FreeCAD is current?
The latest packaged version is 1.1.4.