CADian Alternatives

CADian is described as '2D/3D CAD provides a high degree of compatibility with the AutoCAD command set, as well as AutoLISP and ADS. That means you can get to work immediately using the AutoCAD files, commands and applications you rely on' and is an app. There are more than 25 alternatives to CADian for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best CADian alternative is Autodesk AutoCAD. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try MakerSCAD or progeCAD Smart. Other great apps like CADian are DraftSight, CMS IntelliCAD, ZWCAD and 4MCAD.

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  1. Autodesk AutoCAD icon
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    Leading CAD software known for its robust 2D and 3D modeling capabilities, facilitating intricate designs in architecture, engineering, and construction across Mac, PC, and web. Features include a dynamic API for customization, cloud access, and subscription-based service for continual updates and collaborations.

    129 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to CADian.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular commercial alternative to CADian.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietaryCADian is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. DraftSight icon
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    DraftSight is a professional-grade, open 2D CAD product for users who want a better way to read, write and share DWG files. DraftSight is easy to use and is available for professional CAD users, students and educators to download and activate for free.*

    88 DraftSight alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  3. CMS IntelliCAD icon
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    Feature-rich 2D and 3D CAD application supporting native DWG files, offering multiple-document interface, advanced drafting tools, full AutoLISP and ADS compatibility, IntelliCAD Explorer for managing layers and settings, seamless Windows integration, and support for legacy drawing formats.

    65 CMS IntelliCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. MakerSCAD icon
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    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

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
     
    • MakerSCAD is the most popular Linux alternative to CADian.

    • MakerSCAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to CADian.

    • MakerSCAD is Freemium and Open SourceCADian is Paid and Proprietary
  5. ZWCAD icon
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    Developed by ZWSOFT, which has helped 900,000 users from 90 countries create amazing things, ZWCAD is a powerful, reliable and DWG-compatible CAD solution for worldwide users. Available in 15 languages, it provides innovative, collaborative and customizable features to designers...

    58 ZWCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. 4MCAD icon
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    4MCAD is a releable and low cost AutoCAD alternative. 4MCAD provides full DWG file compatibility, similar User Interface, as well as full support for AutoCAD commands, menus, scripts, styles, patterns.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. ActCAD  icon
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    ActCAD is a 2D & 3D CAD software with the functionality of the industry leaders. We offer two product options:

    • ActCAD Standard for 2D Drafting Power Users

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. CAD 6 icon
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    Malz++Kassner CAD6 is a professional, universal 2D/3D CAD software for Windows that is used in all kinds of applications. It runs on Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (32 and 64 bit) as well as Windows Server 2016 / 2012 / 2008 R2 (32 and 64...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. AcceliCAD icon
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    AcceliCAD is the intelligent choice for architects, engineers, designers - virtually any professional who creates or uses CAD drawings.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    DWG/DGN Drafting Software compatible to AutoCAD®. It offers a full suite of AutoCAD® software compatible drawing tools.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  11. AllyCAD icon
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    Industrial strength, user-friendly 2D/3D CAD package. Specialised Toolkits to enhance your productivity. Control Centre allows easy access to symbols, hatching, text, dimension and line styles. Enhanced bitmap capability can load 300 large images. Full compatibility with the late.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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