Horizon EDA — CAD (Open Source)

Horizon EDA is an open-source CAD solution from Horizon project. Compare it against 88 other CAD tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is Horizon EDA?

Horizon EDA is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under CAD and published by Horizon project. Buyers typically evaluate Horizon EDA when they need a dependable CAD option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Horizon EDA free?
Yes. Horizon EDA is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best Horizon EDA alternatives?
Popular CAD alternatives to Horizon EDA include ABViewer, AC3D, ACIS, Alibre Design. See the full list of CAD on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is Horizon EDA?
Horizon EDA is an open-source CAD tool developed by Horizon project.

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