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HELiOS vs OpenBOM

Both stand on product data management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

HELiOS

Paid Self-hostedWindows

HELiOS brings CAD data, documents and product information into a managed product model, with release controls and listed CAD integrations. Consider its Windows requirements, on-premises deployment and pricing on request when assessing fit.

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OpenBOM

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6

OpenBOM brings CAD file management, BOMs, collaboration, and procurement into a cloud product data workspace. Review the record limits and CAD add-in subscription requirements when choosing a plan.

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The facts

	HELiOS	OpenBOM
Free plan	No	Yes
Open source	Not published	No
Runs on	Self-hosted, Windows	Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	CAD add-in: $25 per seat a month
Plans published	1	14
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	isdgroup.com	openbom.com
On product data management software	#5 of 8	#1 of 8

HELiOS: what it does well

Version management retains access to earlier information.
CAD tools include release, derivation, versioning and search.
Integrates with HiCAD, AutoCAD, Inventor and EPLAN.
Offers workflow technology and user-rights-based access.

What to know first

Pricing is available on request.
There is no free plan.
The 2025 client requires Windows 10 or newer.

OpenBOM: what it does well

Real-time collaboration includes comments, tasks, and mentions.
xBOM supports EBOM, MBOM, SBOM, and multiple structures.
Free plan includes up to 2,000 data records.
Unlimited read-only users are free.
Listed integrations cover CAD and ERP workflows.

What to know first

CAD add-ins require a Team or Company subscription.
Each CAD integration user needs a license.
Free data-record plan is limited to 2,000 records.

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