AutoCAD Alternatives

Autodesk AutoCAD is described as 'Versatile CAD software offering 2D and 3D modeling, visualization, and cloud access for architectural and engineering design professionals' and is a very popular CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and iPad apps. The best Autodesk AutoCAD alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Autodesk AutoCAD are LibreCAD, DraftSight, SketchUp and BricsCAD.

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Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives are mainly CAD Software, but if you're looking for 3D Modelers or 3D Printing Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Open Source, Linux, Windows, Android, Mac + Free and Windows + 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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  1. 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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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • AdamCAD is the most popular SaaS alternative to Autodesk AutoCAD.

    • AdamCAD is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk AutoCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. IronCAD icon
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    IronCAD is the productivity leader when it comes to moving creative ideas into full 3D reality by utilising a breakthrough Creative Design approach that delivers a level of design freedom unmatched in the industry today where users are able to edit their design at any stage.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  3. CAD Builder icon
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    For more than 20 years being always at the forefront of 3D, Open Cascade has gained considerable expertise in geometric modeling. In order to demonstrate software developing capabilities the company decided to come up with a sample of parametric CAD modeler — CAD Builder.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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  4. progeCAD icon
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    progeCAD Professional is the most reliable Autodesk AutoCAD alternative, the low-cost 2D/3D DWG-native CAD, offering the AutoCAD look-and-feel, DWG 2014 and Windows 8 compatibility. It is a fully-functional, easy-to-use and low-cost CAD solution.

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    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  5. Alibre icon
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    The worlds most affordable 3D CAD, CAM, FEA, Rendering, and Document Management software. Professional alternative to SolidWorks, Inventor, Pro/ENGINEER, and AutoCAD.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  6. DataCAD icon
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    DataCAD is a professional-level AEC CADD program for architectural design, photo-realistic rendering, animation, and construction document creation. Developed by architects and software engineers for architecture, DataCAD includes tools that make design and drafting easier, such...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. RealCAD icon
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    RealCAD is the leading all purpose 2D/3D CAD software. It is the perfect choice for designers and drafters alike providing the most powerful drafting and modeling tools in a single comprehensive product.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    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.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  9. CADian icon
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    2D/3D CAD provides a high degree of compatibility with the AutoCAD command set, as well as AutoLISP and ADS. That means you can get to work immediately using the AutoCAD files, commands and applications you rely on .

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. iCADMac icon
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    Best selling AutoCAD replacement for the Apple Mac OS X - DWG/DXF 2D/3D - the AutoCAD alternative that costs about a fraction of AutoCAD. PDF 3D free export

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  11. form•Z icon
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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