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. BeckerCAD icon
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    BeckerCAD12 3D Pro includes comprehensive system libraries related to the following areas:

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. Medusa4 icon
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    MEDUSA4: The comprehensive 2D/3D design automation suite for mechanical, plant, construction and automotive engineering

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    IDEA Architecture is a low-cost 3D Architectural Software renown by experts to be the BIM Software offering the easiest transition for AutoCAD users. 2 software in 1: 3D Architectural Design but also a full CAD software.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. AutoQ3D CAD icon
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    AutoQ3D CAD is a full 2D and 3D CAD application that allows you to create, edit and share your drawings and designs. It is intended for everybody as professionals, sketchers, architects, engineers, designers, students and more.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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    Graphite is an easy to use precision 2D/3D CAD software for product design and development. Formerly known as Vellum, Graphite offers extremely powerful, precision wire-frame drafting with the elegant ease-of-use that makes it productive even when only used occasionally.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    Easy-to-learn and very powerful 2D design and drafting software.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. LiteCAD icon
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    Create, edit, view, and print 2D CAD drawings using the file formats: dxf, dwg, shp ;Download-Size only 3.10 MB; language: only english;

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. CADKON+ icon
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    Excellent and simple CAD program that will make your work easy.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. TouchCAD icon
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    Combined 3D modeling and unfolding program supporting creation of complex digital shapes, generates build-ready templates for marine design, soft material products, sheet metal, reverse engineering, sculptures, and unfolds high-resolution image textures.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    Argon™ is a CAD and 3D precision modeling software for Mac and Windows. It offers wireframe, solid and surface history-free modeling with precision drawings, photo-realistic renderings and animation.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  11. Draft it icon
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    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...

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    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  12. progeCAD Smart icon
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    progeCAD Smart 2009 is a limited version of progeCAD . It is free for private, non-commercial use only.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
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