A three-dimensional finite element mesh generator with built-in pre- and post-processing facilities
Publisher’s description
What is Gmsh?
Gmsh by gmsh is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 39.2 MB. It runs without installation (portable).
Updates and version history
The current version is 4.13.1, released on May 24, 2024. The version history goes back to January 26, 2024: 5 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is more than a year old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- No update for more than a year
In short: Gmsh is an open-source Windows tool for 64-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down.
Is Gmsh safe to download?
- The file is served by gmsh.info; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
2A98173869AA2BAB77B19BE361CFA371F6E4E826535E6386768C1B34BA30CD2E· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 5 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.13.1Latest | May 24, 2024 | 39.2 MB | 64-bit ZIP |
| 4.12.2 | January 21, 2024 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 4.12.0 | January 26, 2024 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 4.11.1 | August 21, 2023 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
| 4.11.0 | January 26, 2024 | — | 64-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id gmsh.gmsh -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gmsh free?
Yes. Gmsh is open-source software under the GNU GPL licence.
Is Gmsh safe to download?
The download comes from gmsh.info; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Gmsh with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does Gmsh run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Gmsh?
The versions page lists all 5 versions with links to their official installer files, back to January 26, 2024.
Can I use Gmsh without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.