BenCAD vs LibreCAD
LibreCAD is a long-running free, open-source 2D CAD program you install on Windows, macOS or Linux. BenCAD runs in the browser with nothing to install, on a computer, tablet or phone.
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| BenCAD | LibreCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free; Pro adds advanced tools | Free and open source (GPL-2.0) |
| Runs on | Any modern browser, including phones and tablets | Windows, macOS, Linux (installed) |
| Native format | .bencad; DXF in and out | DXF |
| DWG | No | Not as a native save format |
| Touch screens | Built for touch | Desktop, mouse and keyboard |
| Printing | True-scale PDF with title block | Print and PDF from the desktop app |
Choose LibreCAD if
You want open-source software you install, work offline at a desk, and are happy with a traditional desktop CAD interface.
Choose BenCAD if
You want to draw on a phone or tablet, on a computer you cannot install software on, or you want floor-plan tools such as room labels and blocks built in.
Using both
Both speak DXF. Draw on site in BenCAD, export a DXF, and open it in LibreCAD back at the desk.
Sources
LibreCAD details from Wikipedia (latest stable release 2.2.1.4, March 2026).
Details of other products were checked on 13 October 2026 and can change; see their websites for current prices and features.
Questions
Is LibreCAD better than BenCAD?
It depends where you draw. LibreCAD is a full desktop program; BenCAD works anywhere, including on your phone.