Autodesk Inventor AlternativesOnly apps from the EU

The best alternative to Autodesk Inventor is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Autodesk Inventor and 12 are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Autodesk Inventor are SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, BricsCAD and Shapr3D.

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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

     471 likes

    A powerful open-source parametric 3D modeler ideal for mechanical engineering, supporting Python scripting, running on Windows, Linux, and Mac, with modular architecture allowing extensive adaptability and use with scientific computing libraries.

    112 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about FreeCAD as an Alternative to Autodesk Inventor
    Guest
    Negative
    6

    Wasn't able to do anything with it

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    0

    Would not open of arch linux

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -8

    Lots of good feature and great compatibility

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think FreeCAD is a great Autodesk Inventor alternative, some don't.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Autodesk Inventor.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Autodesk Inventor.

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceAutodesk Inventor is Paid and Proprietary
  2. SOLIDWORKS icon

    SOLIDWORKS

     88 likes

    Leading 3D CAD software for design, analysis, and product data management, developed by Dassault Systèmes. Enhances productivity, fosters collaboration, and accelerates time to market. Features include parametric modeling, photorealistic rendering, and strong PLM process support.

    102 SOLIDWORKS alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  4. Siemens NX icon

    Siemens NX

     3 likes

    Siemens NX software is an integrated product design, engineering and manufacturing solution that helps you deliver better products faster and more efficiently.

    20 Siemens NX alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  5. BricsCAD icon

    BricsCAD

     49 likes

    BricsCAD the first all-in-one CAD design solution in .dwg that answers all your needs; 2D drafting, 3D modeling, mechanical design, and BIM. BricsCAD is a cost-effective, innovative, and familiar CAD solution.

    80 BricsCAD alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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  6. Shapr3D icon

    Shapr3D

     30 likes

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

    44 Shapr3D alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • iPad
    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.
     
  7. TopSolid icon

    TopSolid

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    TopSolid is a fully integrated CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design & Computer Aided Manufacturing) software which is developed by the France company Missler Software.

    14 TopSolid alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Windows
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  10. MegaCAD 2D/3D icon

    MegaCAD 2D/3D

     1 like

    MegaCAD 3D is the ideal synthesis of an innovative solid and surface modeling system and a full-feature 2D drafting program. If you are developing your model in 3D or if you are drawing a 2D design, each step will automatically be transferred from one dimension into the other...

    66 MegaCAD 2D/3D alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Windows
    Architectural Design
     
  11. MakerSCAD icon

    MakerSCAD

     6 likes

    MakerSCAD is a web-based parametric 3D design software with a block-based programming language to create objects for 3D printing, animations, games and websites.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  12. BricsCAD Shape icon

    BricsCAD Shape

     5 likes

    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.

    137 BricsCAD Shape alternatives

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    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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  13. Assetforge icon

    Assetforge

     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.

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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    Comments about Assetforge as an Alternative to Autodesk Inventor
    Aleksandr Dikov
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    Assetforge isn't even 3D modeling software at all. It just allows generate objects from predesigned parts.

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    • Assetforge is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk Inventor is also Paid and Proprietary
  14. ArCADia BIM icon

    ArCADia BIM

     4 likes

    Software that allows you to create an almost complete design of a building and all installations in one environment. Lots of automation, precision tools, merging documents, collision analysis, in program rendering, 3D, IFC, and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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