ArchiCAD Alternatives

ArchiCAD is described as 'Offers computer aided solutions for handling all common aspects of aesthetics and engineering during the whole design process of the built environment — buildings, interiors, urban areas, etc' and is a 3D Modeler in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 50 alternatives to ArchiCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, Linux and iPad apps. The best ArchiCAD alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like ArchiCAD are Sweet Home 3D, SketchUp, Autodesk AutoCAD and Dune 3D.

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ArchiCAD alternatives are mainly CAD Software, but if you're looking for 3D Modelers or Interior Design Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Linux, Open Source, iPad and Android. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to ArchiCAD.
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    The software’s particular strength lies in the three-dimensional general arrangement and reinforcement design. With this, the building construction is carried out in advance, so that discrepancies and conflicts are already visible in the planning phase.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. CADAM icon
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    The open source text to CAD web app.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
    • CADAM is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • CADAM is Free and Open SourceArchiCAD is Paid and Proprietary
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    3D House Planner is the professional home design web application that allows you to design houses and apartments. No installation required. It is accessible through your browser. 3D House Planner is absolutely free for all.

    66 3D House Planner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  4. Edificius icon
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    The BIM software for architectural design: simple, innovative, convenient. Discover Edificius now, your SMART solution!.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  5. AdamCAD icon
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    AdamCAD is an AI Powered CAD platform that generates 3D designs in seconds.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • AdamCAD is the most popular SaaS alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • AdamCAD is Paid and ProprietaryArchiCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Models created with Tekla BIM software carry the accurate, reliable and detailed information needed for successful Building Information Modeling and construction execution. Welcome smoother workflow to your company with Tekla Structures and constructable models.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    BIM solution supports you with the world-leading Parasolid modeling kernel from Siemens, enabling you to more effectively and accurately develop, display, exchange and implement your ideas.

    16 Allplan Architecture alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. pCon.planner icon
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    The professional furnishing 2D-/3D-tool for everybody: The pCon.planner is a cost-free application allowing you to comfortably and professionally create complex furnishing concepts and to visualize them in a photo-realistic quality. File Formats: dwg, dxf, 3ds, skp, ... Language.

    84 pCon.planner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Design, analyze, document, and visualize buildings of any size, form, and complexity. Effectively communicate design intent and bridge barriers between building disciplines and geographically distributed teams.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. QCAD icon
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    QCAD is an application for computer aided drafting in 2D. With QCAD you can create technical drawings such as plans for buildings, interiors, mechanical parts or schemas and diagrams.

    74 QCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. CMS IntelliCAD icon
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    Feature-rich 2D and 3D CAD application supporting native DWG files, offering multiple-document interface, advanced drafting tools, full AutoLISP and ADS compatibility, IntelliCAD Explorer for managing layers and settings, seamless Windows integration, and support for legacy drawing formats.

    65 CMS IntelliCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  12. CADdirect icon
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    Artificial Intelligence CAD for DWG Files. Fully AutoCAD compatible. Easy to learn for AutoCAD users. The best AutoCAD alternative.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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