LibreCAD AlternativesOnly apps categorised as 3D Modelers

The best 3D Modeler alternative to LibreCAD is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to LibreCAD and many of them are 3D Modelers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Modeler alternatives to LibreCAD are SketchUp, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS and Dune 3D.

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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

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    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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    • Most users think FreeCAD is a great LibreCAD alternative.

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

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

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceLibreCAD is also Free and Open Source
  2. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

     555 likes
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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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    Comments about SketchUp as an Alternative to LibreCAD
    karlossss1996
    Negative
    5

    It's mainly for 3D modeling while LibreCAD is 2D tool

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    • Most users think SketchUp is a great LibreCAD alternative.

    • SketchUp is the most popular Web-based alternative to LibreCAD.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to LibreCAD.

    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietaryLibreCAD is Free and Open Source
  4. Autodesk AutoCAD icon

    Autodesk AutoCAD

     214 likes
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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
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    • Most users think Autodesk AutoCAD is a great LibreCAD alternative.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to LibreCAD.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietaryLibreCAD is Free and Open Source
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  6. SOLIDWORKS icon

    SOLIDWORKS

     88 likes
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    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

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Comments about SOLIDWORKS as an Alternative to LibreCAD
    Andreas
    Negative
    0

    LibreCAD is 2D, SolidWorks is 3D.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It is very useful for students

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • SOLIDWORKS is Paid and ProprietaryLibreCAD is Free and Open Source
  7. Dune 3D icon

    Dune 3D

     16 likes
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    Dune 3D operates as a parametric 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. It provides users with the capability to sketch and constrain both in 2D and 3D dimensions. Furthermore, it allows for the addition of chamfers and fillets to designs.

    58 Dune 3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  8. BRL-CAD icon

    BRL-CAD

     57 likes
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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...

    74 BRL-CAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  10. BricsCAD icon

    BricsCAD

     49 likes
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    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

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    BricsCAD Dark and light mode
     
  11. Onshape icon

    Onshape

     30 likes
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    Onshape is a professional CAD system – Parts, Assemblies, Drawings – with version control and collaboration built in. Each Onshape plan (Free, Education, Professional, and Enterprise) gives you all of the CAD and data management functionality with no time limit.

    42 Onshape alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  12. pCon.planner icon

    pCon.planner

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    The professional furnishing 2D-/3D-tool for everybody: The pCon.planner is a cost-free application allowing you to comfortably and professionally create complex furnishing concepts and to visualize them in a photo-realistic quality. File Formats: dwg, dxf, 3ds, skp, ... Language.

    84 pCon.planner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    new Interface UI with Ribbon
     
  13. CAD Sketcher icon

    CAD Sketcher

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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.

    54 CAD Sketcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Blender
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  14. Shapr3D icon

    Shapr3D

     30 likes
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    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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.
     
  15. CMS IntelliCAD icon

    CMS IntelliCAD

     58 likes
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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

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    • Windows
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