AutoCAD Alternatives for Linux

Autodesk AutoCAD is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative 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 available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD are LibreCAD, BricsCAD, OpenSCAD and Dune 3D.

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

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Portable

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    BricsCAD Shape lets you create without limits. Sculpt your ideas in solids from the start. It’s the power of free-form modeling with full CAD accuracy.

    136 BricsCAD Shape alternatives

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    Veronyka Munteanu
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    Work very well, cross platform, closer to AutoCAD than sketchup.

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    • BricsCAD Shape is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk AutoCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  3. CAD Sketcher icon
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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

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    • FreeOpen Source

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    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Blender
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    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

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  4. 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.

    21 CAD Builder alternatives

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    • FreeProprietary

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    • FR flagFrance
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

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    All the productive tools and smart features for 2D drafting and design that you expect at a reasonable price. With DWG 2010 as its primary drawing file format and DXF support.

    56 ARES Commander alternatives

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  6. 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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    • Windows
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    VariCAD Features

    1.  Mechanical Design

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  7. 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.

    60 SelfCAD alternatives

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    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS

    SelfCAD Features

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

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