QUCS — CAD (Open Source)

QUCS is an open-source CAD solution from QUCS 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 QUCS?

QUCS 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 QUCS project. Buyers typically evaluate QUCS when they need a dependable CAD option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

QUCS alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

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

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