ArchiCAD Alternatives for Linux

ArchiCAD is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to ArchiCAD and 15 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to ArchiCAD are Sweet Home 3D, Dune 3D, BricsCAD and Bonsai BIM Add-on.

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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

     472 likes

    A powerful open-source parametric 3D modeler ideal for mechanical engineering, supporting Python scripting, running on Windows, Linux, and Mac, with modular architecture allowing extensive adaptability and use with scientific computing libraries.

    113 FreeCAD alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    • Most users think FreeCAD is a great ArchiCAD alternative.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceArchiCAD is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Sweet Home 3D icon

    Sweet Home 3D

     320 likes

    Open-source, Java-based software that allows users to create detailed floor plans, arrange furniture, and explore the final layout in 3D, assisting in interior design projects with ease and flexibility.

    68 Sweet Home 3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source (GPL-2.0)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Java
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    Comments about Sweet Home 3D as an Alternative to ArchiCAD
    Guest
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    Archicad is a professional BIM-Solution, Sweet home is simple 3D for personal interior design. Nice software, just not the same thing at all.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    Sweet Home 3D is a good tool for newbies and people "always in a hurry"

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Sweet Home 3D is a great ArchiCAD alternative.

    • Sweet Home 3D is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to ArchiCAD.

    • Sweet Home 3D is Freemium and Open SourceArchiCAD is Paid and Proprietary
    • Sweet Home 3D is CustomizableArchiCAD is not according to our users
  4. Dune 3D icon

    Dune 3D

     16 likes

    Dune 3D operates as a parametric 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. It provides users with the capability to sketch and constrain both in 2D and 3D dimensions. Furthermore, it allows for the addition of chamfers and fillets to designs.

    58 Dune 3D alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  5. BricsCAD icon

    BricsCAD

     49 likes

    BricsCAD the first all-in-one CAD design solution in .dwg that answers all your needs; 2D drafting, 3D modeling, mechanical design, and BIM. BricsCAD is a cost-effective, innovative, and familiar CAD solution.

    80 BricsCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  9. GstarCAD icon

    GstarCAD

     13 likes

    GstarCAD is well-known alternative CAD software of high compatibility with ACAD. With 27 years of continuous improvement and innovation, today GstarCAD is far ahead in performance, stability and becomes leading CAD software in the world.

    84 GstarCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  10. QCAD icon

    QCAD

     29 likes

    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
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  11. BricsCAD Shape icon

    BricsCAD Shape

     5 likes

    BricsCAD Shape lets you create without limits. Sculpt your ideas in solids from the start. It’s the power of free-form modeling with full CAD accuracy.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  12. Sverchok icon

    Sverchok

     5 likes

    Sverchok is a parametric tool for architects and designers. You can use it to program objects' shapes without knowing any programming languages.

    9 Sverchok alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Blender
    Sverchok running Topologic nodes
     
  13. Assetforge icon

    Assetforge

     7 likes

    Asset Forge allows anyone to create 3D models and 2D sprites using building blocks. Finished assets are compatible with most available game engines.

    127 Assetforge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  14. MakerSCAD icon

    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

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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