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. TurboCAD icon
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    TurboCAD is a CAD software suite, with several different feature levels. It is a competitor to the likes of Autodesk's AutoCAD program, and is used by engineers, architects and hobbyists.

    55 TurboCAD alternatives

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    • Pay once
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    I used AutoCAD at work for years. I purchased TurboCAD for use at home. Horrible product. Clunky, and overly complicated.

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

    • TurboCAD is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk AutoCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. CADMATE icon
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    CADMATE is a 2D drafting and 3D modeling software designed for architects, engineers, and designers. It allows users to create precise technical drawings, diagrams, and 3D models of buildings, machinery, and other objects.

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    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Mac
     
  3. 4MCAD icon
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  4. SelfCAD  icon
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
     
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    Breakthrough version of the CAD software for creating 2D/3D technical documentation in the DWG format.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  6. KeyCreator icon
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  7. ArcSite icon
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    ArcSite is an easy-to-use CAD and sales presentation tool that helps you visually communicate to your team and customers so you can take on more clients.

    5 ArcSite alternatives

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    • Subscription
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    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  8. VariCAD icon
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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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    • Paid
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    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Lithium™ is Ashlar-Vellum's entry level 2D CAD application for macOS and Windows which is intuitive, easy to use and provides all the necessary tools for creating professional 2D drawings or 3D wireframe designs.

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    • Subscription
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    • Mac
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