AutoCAD AlternativesOnly apps categorised as 3D Modelers - Page 5

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. Punch! ViaCAD 2D/3D icon

    Punch! ViaCAD 2D/3D

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    Software provides a seamless marriage of 2D and 3D to help you take your sketched ideas to 3D realism.

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    • US flagUnited States

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  2. form•Z icon

    form•Z

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

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    form•Z Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Rendering

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  4. Designspark Mechanical icon

    Designspark Mechanical

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    DesignSpark Mechanical is a 3D modeling software reported to be easy to use so that all engineers will be able to create and share models.

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    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Designspark Mechanical Features

    1.  3D design

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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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    VariCAD

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    VariCAD is compact, fast, easy to use, and provides everything necessary for mechanical design. VariCAD is sold "fully loaded", including all features and functions, for one affordable price. The system contains:

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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    VariCAD Features

    1.  Mechanical Design

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  7. 4MCAD icon

    4MCAD

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    4MCAD is a releable and low cost AutoCAD alternative. 4MCAD provides full DWG file compatibility, similar User Interface, as well as full support for AutoCAD commands, menus, scripts, styles, patterns.

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    • GR flagGreece
    • European Union flagEU

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    • Windows
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    4MCAD Features

    1.  Support for 4K
    2.  BIM import
    3.  IntelliCAD
    4.  3D design
    5.  IFC Import

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  8. SelfCAD icon

    SelfCAD

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    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.

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    • Freemium • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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    SelfCAD Features

    1.  Image to 3D
    2.  Rendering
    3.  Image generator
    4.  Mechanical Design

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    KeyCreator

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    3D CAD software that combines comprehensive translators with history-free editing, enabling users to open and edit any file as if they created it and allowing for quick re-use of design data regardless of source.

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

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    • Windows
    KeyCreator is the ideal choice for tooling design such as mold making.

    KeyCreator Features

    1.  DWG support

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