AutoCAD Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac 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 Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD are LibreCAD, DraftSight, BricsCAD and SketchUp.

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Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives page was last updated Sep 25, 2024
  1. BRL-CAD icon
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    BRL-CAD is a powerful cross-platform open source solid modeling system that includes interactive geometry editing, high-performance ray-tracing for rendering and geometric analysis, image and signal-processing tools, a system performance analysis benchmark suite, libraries for...

    73 BRL-CAD alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    BRL-CAD Features

    1.  Image Processing
    2.  Benchmark analytics
    3.  Ray Tracing
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    Guest

    BRLCAD doesn't even have mouse support... and CSG through commandline is awful, can't even fillet an edge.

    Negative commentNov 3, 2021
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    • Most users think BRL-CAD is a great Autodesk AutoCAD alternative.

    • BRL-CAD is Free and Open SourceAutodesk AutoCAD is Paid and Proprietary
  2. QCAD icon
     29 likes

    QCAD is an application for computer aided drafting in 2D. With QCAD you can create technical drawings such as plans for buildings, interiors, mechanical parts or schemas and diagrams.

    74 QCAD alternatives
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    License model

    • Free PersonalOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Support for scripting
    2.  Parametric Modeling
    3.  Drawing 2D
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    Comments about QCAD as an Alternative to Autodesk AutoCAD
     
       
    fredofredo

    Good for very basic drawing, but not really AutoCAD compatible and no XRef functionality. Very cheap.

    It messed up some features in an AutoCAD drawing I worked on (leaders & text) so I wouldn't consider it a suitable alternative to AutoCAD unless you're only using very basic functionality and don't need compatibility.

    Negative commentNov 5, 2021
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    frankmcc

    Customizable, easy learning curve and much cheaper than AutoCad.

    Positive commentJan 7, 2020
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    Guest

    I Like something different.

    Positive commentOct 28, 2022
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    • Most users think QCAD is a great Autodesk AutoCAD alternative.

    • QCAD is Free Personal and Open SourceAutodesk AutoCAD is Paid and Proprietary
    • QCAD is LightweightAutodesk AutoCAD is not according to our users
  3. Plasticity icon
     4 likes

    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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  4. Shapr3D icon
     28 likes

    From design to manufacturing. Teams collaborate with more impact. Instinctive design meets multidevice capability and full interoperability for the ultimate 3D design workflow.

    50 Shapr3D alternatives
    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Augmented Reality
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  Mechanical Design
    6.  Apple Pencil support
    7. Android icon  Android Sync
    8.  Sketching
    Shapr3D iconAutodesk AutoCAD Icon

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  5. ArchiCAD icon
     32 likes

    ArchiCAD offers computer aided solutions for handling all common aspects of aesthetics and engineering during the whole design process of the built environment — buildings, interiors, urban areas, etc.

    82 ArchiCAD alternatives
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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    ArchiCAD Features

    1.  Bim
    2.  CAE
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  6. CAD Sketcher icon
     4 likes

    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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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    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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  7. Assetforge icon
     7 likes

    Asset Forge allows anyone to create 3D models and 2D sprites using building blocks. Finished assets are compatible with most available game engines.

    127 Assetforge alternatives
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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Assetforge Features

    1.  Building blocks
    2.  Built-in 3D model viewer
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