FDTDX vs Physion
FDTDX
fdtdx.readthedocs.ioPhysion
physion.netSide by side
| Figure | FDTDX | Physion |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $6/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Spec score · Physics Simulation Software | 8.6 (#12) | 8.3 (#20) |
| Authoring tools | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery mode | desktop | web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The FAQ invites users to open GitHub discussions for unanswered questions and issues for suspected bugs, and says the maintainers regularly check discussions. | Users can ask questions or discuss school and classroom needs on Discord, and the Pro plan includes premium support. |
| 3D visuals | Yes | No |