Autodesk Alias Alternatives3D Modelers and other similar apps like Autodesk Alias

Autodesk Alias is described as 'Design, conceptualize, and surface models in one pipeline, with collaboration, VR design, automated surfacing, algorithm-based tools, and assembly updates' and is a 3D Modeler in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Autodesk Alias for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and iPad apps. The best Autodesk Alias alternative is SketchUp. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Autodesk Fusion or Ayam. Other great apps like Autodesk Alias are Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3ds Max, Rhinoceros and MoI - Moment of Inspiration.

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  1. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

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    Comprehensive 3D modeling software ideal for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. It includes features like easy-to-use interface, sun and shadow analysis, color experimenting, and mock-up creation. Available in freeware and professional versions for diverse needs.

    165 SketchUp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • SketchUp is the most popular Web-based, Windows & Mac alternative to Autodesk Alias.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to Autodesk Alias.

    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk Alias is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. Autodesk Maya icon

    Autodesk Maya

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    Professional-grade 3D modeling, animation, rendering, and visual FX software used in films, TV, and games, featuring advanced tools, Bifrost effects, and a visual programming environment for intricate simulations.

    61 Autodesk Maya alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • Autodesk Maya is the most popular Linux alternative to Autodesk Alias.

    • Autodesk Maya is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk Alias is also Paid and Proprietary
  4. Autodesk 3ds Max icon

    Autodesk 3ds Max

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    Professional-grade software designed for 3D modeling, rendering, and animation, equipped with comprehensive tools for creating detailed worlds. Widely used across film, TV, games, and design projects, it includes the powerful Arnold renderer, offering artistic control over scenes and characters.

    82 Autodesk 3ds Max alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Autodesk Fusion

    Integrated CAD, CAM, and CAE suite offering cloud modeling, simulation, and manufacturing tools with collaborative editing, free-form and parametric design, licensing for students, hobbyists, and startups, plus support for 3D pri...

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  6. Autodesk Fusion icon

    Autodesk Fusion

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    Integrated CAD, CAM, and CAE suite offering cloud modeling, simulation, and manufacturing tools with collaborative editing, free-form and parametric design, licensing for students, hobbyists, and startups, plus support for 3D printing and CNC machining.

    44 Autodesk Fusion alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    Freeform modeling & sculpting
     

    • Autodesk Fusion is the most popular free alternative to Autodesk Alias.

    • Autodesk Fusion is Free Personal and ProprietaryAutodesk Alias is Paid and Proprietary
  7. Rhinoceros icon

    Rhinoceros

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    Rhino can create, edit, analyze, document, render, animate, and translate NURBS* curves, surfaces, and solids, point clouds, and polygon meshes. There are no limits on complexity, degree, or size beyond those of your hardware.

    59 Rhinoceros alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  8. Ayam icon

    Ayam

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    Ayam is a free 3D modelling environment for the RenderMan interface, distributed under the BSD licence. This means that neither the author nor any contributors make money out of this software.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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    • Ayam is the most popular Open Source alternative to Autodesk Alias.

    • Ayam is Free and Open SourceAutodesk Alias is Paid and Proprietary
  10. MoI - Moment of Inspiration icon

    MoI - Moment of Inspiration

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    MoI’s sleek intuitive UI blends a fluid easy workflow with powerful tools, making it the perfect choice for someone who has been frustrated with the complexity of existing CAD tools.

    18 MoI - Moment of Inspiration alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD icon

    Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD

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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.

    79 Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  12. Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD icon

    Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD

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    Formerly Vellum Solids, Xenon™ is an associative 3D modeling software for product design and development that's easy to use. It offers history-based wireframe, solid and surface modeling with precision drawings, renderings and animation.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  13. Argon™ 3D Modeling CAD icon

    Argon™ 3D Modeling CAD

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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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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  14. 3DSimED

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    3DSimED is a Windows DirectX application allowing the creation and visualization of models from many racing sim formats.

    Models can be exported to Assetto Corsa, Automobilista, rFactor 2 (and 1), GTR2, Race 07, GTL, N2003 and many other games.

    72 3DSimED alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  15. Patchwork 3D Enterprise icon

    Patchwork 3D Enterprise

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    Patchwork 3D Enterprise makes it easy to use real-time photorealistic rendering to shorten design cycles, base your communication, marketing and sales through: VR, CAVE, Powerwall, AR, web configurator, collaborative tools, mobile, online/offline.

    15 Patchwork 3D Enterprise alternatives

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    • Proprietary

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