Compare the Top Free Engineering Software as of January 2026

What is Free Engineering Software?

Engineering software is software used by engineers to design, analyze and manufacture various products. It includes a wide range of applications such as CAD/CAE software, analysis tools, optimization tools, and programming tools. Engineering software can be used for a variety of tasks such as designing mechanical parts, analyzing structural stability, simulating system performance, and optimizing product designs. These applications enable engineers to optimize their designs for cost reduction and increased efficiency. Compare and read user reviews of the best Free Engineering software currently available using the table below. This list is updated regularly.

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    Interfacing Integrated Management System (IMS)

    Interfacing Integrated Management System (IMS)

    Interfacing Technologies Corporation

    Interfacing’s Integrated Management System (IMS) is an AI-powered platform that unifies BPM, QMS, Document Control, and GRC into one platform. Organizations use IMS to model and automate processes, control documents, manage risks, and maintain regulatory compliance with full traceability and audit readiness. Built for highly regulated sectors such as aerospace, life sciences, finance, and government, IMS provides real-time visibility, automated workflows, and AI-driven insights that improve quality and reduce operational risk. The platform is ISO 27001 certified and fully validated for 21 CFR Part 11, making it suitable for mission-critical environments requiring strong governance, security, and control. IMS also includes low-code automation, process mining, audit management, training tracking, CAPA workflows, and dashboards to help teams streamline operations and continuously improve. AI strengthens governance, improves accuracy, and reinforces regulatory control.
    Starting Price: $10/month/user
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    Momentum IoT

    Momentum IoT

    Momentum IoT

    Momentum makes service businesses more profitable. Our cloud-based software platform, powered by a connected network of GPS hardware devices, gives you complete financial control and deep operational insight into your business. With Momentum, you never worry about time-consuming data entry or human error. Data collection is always accurate and automatic. That's why Momentum excels where other software fails. Drive more revenue and profit. All you have to do is get connected, Momentum will do the rest. The Connected Network of Momentum Devices: Vehicles, Equipment & Crews - The Eagle One: One GPS device for vehicles, trailers and heavy equipment. It's available with an OBD-II harness or 12V battery harness. - The Momentum Toolie: Bluetooth enabled location and activity tracker for light equipment and tools. - The CrewID: Privacy-first labor cost tracker that automatically captures and calculates all labor costs from the field without data entry.
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    Starting Price: $20 per device per month,
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    FactoryTalk Optix

    FactoryTalk Optix

    Rockwell Automation

    FactoryTalk® Optix™ is a new visualization platform that accelerates value delivery with modern technologies, innovative designs and scalable deployment options. FactoryTalk Optix can help improve your process, efficiency and deliverables – in one easy to access tool. Take advantage of new levels of collaboration, scalability and interoperability to achieve your HMI vision. New SaaS-enabled workflows will enable your team to collaborate any time, from anywhere, thanks to built-in change tracking and versioning that automatically keeps track of who did what and when. Harness the cloud and become more agile by deploying quickly and scaling based on demand. Use the increased efficiency to beat competitors to market, get to profit faster and improve return on investment. Transform the way you collaborate! The cloud makes it easier for suppliers, employees and customers to collaborate from anywhere in the world.
    Starting Price: $650
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    BigTime

    BigTime

    BigTime Software

    BigTime is a top-rated online time and billing software for professional service firms. With BigTime, firms can take advantage of time and expense tracking tools, WIP management, billing and invoicing, task and workflow management tools, and more, in a single platform. Cloud-based with an intuitive interface, BigTime bundles industry best practices and operational know-how in a user-friendly application that runs on all desktop and mobile devices. From project creation to client payments, BigTime streamlines firm operations with intuitive budgeting, project management, and invoicing solutions that can be configured to automate even the most complex scenarios. BigTime also integrates with leading productivity apps such as QuickBooks, Lacerte, Slack, Salesforce, and Zapier.
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    Starting Price: $10.00/month/user
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    Asite

    Asite

    Asite

    Asite is an open construction platform that enables organizations working on capital projects to come together, plan, design, and build with seamless information sharing across the entire supply chain. Asite’s range of solutions connect dispersed teams across the lifecycle of capital assets, enabling them to build better and build resilience. With Asite, capital project owners stay at the forefront of innovation, maintaining a golden thread of information throughout a project to facilitate the creation of digital twins.
    Starting Price: $375.00/month/user
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    XMReality

    XMReality

    XMReality

    No matter what industry your company is in - XMReality helps you turn physical visits into virtual interactions. Connect remotely, see what the other person sees, and collaborate using powerful in-call tools. XMReality includes a depth of features that provides your onsite workforce access to a remote expert to collaborate and get help and training. Switch between live video paused image or shared pictures and documents to support joint collaboration. Use the guide tools to highlight information and bridge language barriers. You can also access pre-defined, custom-made step-by-step procedures that guide you through a process and point out what needs to be done and documented. Get an automated PDF report at the end of each call - the perfect way to ensure compliant documentation. You can also record the call, take screenshots and add notes.
    Starting Price: $50 per user per month
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