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The best 3D Modeler alternative to Autodesk AutoCAD is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD and many of them are 3D Modelers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Modeler alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD are LibreCAD, BricsCAD, SketchUp and CMS IntelliCAD.

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Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives are mainly 3D Modelers, but if you're looking for CAD Software or 3D Printing Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Mac + Free. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD.
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Versatile CAD software offering 2D and 3D modeling, visualization, and cloud access for architectural and engineering design professionals.

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Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives page was last updated Mar 21, 2025
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  1. Plasticity icon

    Plasticity

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    Plasticity is a 3d modelling software for concept artists. Modelling in Plasticity is quick and efficient due to the unique gizmos, shortcuts, and thoughtful workflow.

    19 Plasticity alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Portable

    Plasticity VS Autodesk AutoCAD

     
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    MicroStation

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    Want to focus your time and energy on developing designs to build a better world? MicroStation easily models, drafts, maps, renders and documents your projects.

    20 MicroStation alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    MicroStation Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Keyframe Animation
    3.  Export to PDF
    4.  Geotagged Photos
    5.  DWG support
    6.  Point clouds
    7.  Reality meshes
    8.  HD-Rendering
    9.  Modeling capabilities
    10.  GIS Data

    MicroStation VS Autodesk AutoCAD

     
    Comments about MicroStation as an Alternative to Autodesk AutoCAD
    Guest
    Positive •Aug 22, 2017
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    They are par. The others are limited.

    sandravollrath
    Positive •Aug 15, 2018
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    Much better licensing options if nothing else.

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    • Most users think MicroStation is a great Autodesk AutoCAD alternative.

    • MicroStation is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk AutoCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Bentley

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    Bentley Architecture is an advanced, yet intuitive and easy-to-use architectural building information modeling (BIM) application that empowers architects and designers to create with unlimited freedom.

    30 Bentley alternatives

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    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

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    Autodesk Inventor

    Software for 3D mechanical design, simulation, and visualization. Provides parametric, direct, and freeform design options, along with integrated simulation, CAM tools, and advanced rendering up to 16K resolution. Features includ...

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    CADdirect

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    Artificial Intelligence CAD for DWG Files. Fully AutoCAD compatible. Easy to learn for AutoCAD users. The best AutoCAD alternative.

    30 CADdirect alternatives

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    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    CADdirect Features

    1.  Built-in AI Assistant
    2.  DWG support
    3.  AI-Powered

    CADdirect VS Autodesk AutoCAD

     
  7. pCon.planner icon

    pCon.planner

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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.

    85 pCon.planner alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    new Interface UI with Ribbon

    pCon.planner Features

    1.  WYSIWYG Support
    2.  Support for Layers

    pCon.planner VS Autodesk AutoCAD

     
  8. KOMPAS-3D icon

    KOMPAS-3D

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    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.

    69 KOMPAS-3D alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • RU flagRussia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
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    KOMPAS-3D Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  OPENGL

    KOMPAS-3D VS Autodesk AutoCAD

     
  10. CAD Sketcher icon

    CAD Sketcher

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    CAD Sketcher is a free and open-source project looking to enhance precision workflows in Blender by bringing CAD like tools, features and usability to Blender.

    51 CAD Sketcher alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Blender
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    CAD Sketcher screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Parametric Modeling
    5.  No Tracking
    6. Blender icon  Blender Integration

    CAD Sketcher VS Autodesk AutoCAD

     
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