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Review on KBEWorks by Robert Arneson

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Free and open source alternative for Microstation

I like that it's able to import from various formats, such as DXF/DWG files or even 2D drawings! Importing multiple views in one file was nice too but unfortunately not available anymore (as of version 4).

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The ability create reusable templates by dragging-and dropping objects into them with drag'n'drop would be really helpful if this feature were added back again at some point - maybe you guys could consider doing so? It does have several features which are rather unique compared other CAD software packages out there; these include an internal drawing viewer where all documents can live together within ONE document window instead using separate windows per different projects / versions etc., along side many more useful "utility" functions i personally use quite often without having much need otherwise than my job duties requires me do :), also being part integrated 3d modeler makes its usage easier then when we used AutoCAD only ;-).

Pros
  • Freeware
  • No restrictions for private users who wish NOT TO buy commercial license
  • Great support &amp tech help via forum community here :)
Cons
  • Not free alternative exists yet :(