Archimedes CAD Alternatives

Archimedes CAD has been discontinued. Similar apps include FreeCAD, which is free and open source. Other options are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS and BRL-CAD. There's no shortage of CAD Software like Archimedes CAD, with more than 50 alternatives for Windows, Mac, Linux, the web and iPad.

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  1. PTC Creo icon
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    With Creo Parametric, and its extensions, you can create, analyze, view, and share designs downstream using 2D CAD, 3D CAD, and parametric and direct modeling capabilities.

    85 PTC Creo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  2. GstarCAD icon
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    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.

    92 GstarCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  3. CMS IntelliCAD icon
     58 likes

    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.

    68 CMS IntelliCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  4. MakerSCAD icon
     7 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.

    112 MakerSCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  5. SpaceClaim Engineer is the world’s fastest and most innovative 3D direct modeler. SpaceClaim Engineer brings 3D solid modeling to the desktops of engineers and analysts who work in 3D, with a simplicity and low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) never seen before in CAD.

    64 ANSYS SpaceClaim alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. KOMPAS-3D icon
     11 likes

    KOMPAS-3D is for creating three-dimensional associative models for individual parts and assembly's containing both original and standardized elements. The parametric technology allows quickly obtaining models for typical products basing on a once designed prototype.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
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  7. Draft it icon
     2 likes

    Draft It is a comprehensive computer-aided design (CAD) software that simplifies complex design tasks with its user-friendly interface, catering to both professional designers and enthusiasts. It offers various versions, including a free edition and a professional Architectural...

    95 Draft it alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. B-processor icon
     5 likes

    B-processor is BIM software that has been and currently is still developed by the Arhus School of Architecture in cooperation with the Alexandra institute.

    8 B-processor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  9. Cobalt is a parametric 3D modeling software for product design and development that's easy to use. It offers wireframe, solid and surface modeling with precision drawings, renderings and animation.

    83 Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  10. DesignFreeQ icon
     3 likes

    Simply Smart CAD. DesignFreeQ is an easy to use CAD modeller.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. Medusa4 icon
     3 likes

    MEDUSA4: The comprehensive 2D/3D design automation suite for mechanical, plant, construction and automotive engineering

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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