ArchiCAD AlternativesOnly apps categorised as 3D Printing Tools

The best 3D Printing alternative to ArchiCAD is SketchUp. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Shapr3D or Microsoft 3D Builder. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to ArchiCAD and seven of them are 3D Printing Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Printing Tool alternatives to ArchiCAD are Autodesk AutoCAD, MakerSCAD, form•Z and SelfCAD .

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  1. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

     555 likes

    Comprehensive 3D modeling software ideal for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. It includes features like easy-to-use interface, sun and shadow analysis, color experimenting, and mock-up creation. Available in freeware and professional versions for diverse needs.

    166 SketchUp alternatives

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Most users think SketchUp is a great ArchiCAD alternative.

    • SketchUp is the most popular Web-based alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietaryArchiCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. Autodesk AutoCAD icon

    Autodesk AutoCAD

     215 likes

    Leading CAD software known for its robust 2D and 3D modeling capabilities, facilitating intricate designs in architecture, engineering, and construction across Mac, PC, and web. Features include a dynamic API for customization, cloud access, and subscription-based service for continual updates and collaborations.

    130 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  4. Shapr3D icon

    Shapr3D

     30 likes

    From design to manufacturing. Teams collaborate with more impact. Instinctive design meets multidevice capability and full interoperability for the ultimate 3D design workflow.

    44 Shapr3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.
     
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    Autodesk AutoCAD

    Leading CAD software known for its robust 2D and 3D modeling capabilities, facilitating intricate designs in architecture, engineering, and construction across Mac, PC, and web. Features include a dynamic API for customization, c...

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    MakerSCAD

     6 likes

    MakerSCAD is a web-based parametric 3D design software with a block-based programming language to create objects for 3D printing, animations, games and websites.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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    form•Z

     3 likes

    Powerful 3D design application featuring a variety of modeling personalities and tools with an easy to use interface to express and communicate your imagination.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  10. SelfCAD icon

    SelfCAD

     9 likes

    SelfCAD is a simple but powerful 3D modeling software being used by beginners, professionals as well as both small and large businesses to create their 3D designs. With the program, users can be able to model, sculpt, render, and even slice designs.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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