Catia Alternatives for Mac

Catia is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. 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 50 alternatives to Catia and 18 are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Catia are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SolidCraft and Dune 3D.

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  1. FreeCAD icon
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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.

    150 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Since 2010

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Docker
    • Steam
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flatpak
    • AppImage
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  2. LibreCAD icon
     183 likes

    LibreCAD is an open source 2D CAD application for Windows, Apple and Linux. It is based on Qt, which is a leading cross-platform application and UI development framework.

    130 LibreCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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  3. Autodesk AutoCAD icon
     219 likes

    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.

    160 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2009

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  4. SolidCraft icon
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    SolidCraft is an open-source parametric 3D CAD application written in pure Rust. Sketch on a plane, constrain and dimension the sketch, turn profiles into solids with features on a timeline, and change a parameter to watch the whole timeline rebuild.

    51 SolidCraft alternatives

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    • New

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flatpak
    • AppImage
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  5. Dune 3D icon
     17 likes

    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.

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    • Since 2024

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  6. Shapr3D icon
     32 likes

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

    60 Shapr3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
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  7. Plasticity icon
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    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.

    28 Plasticity alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2023

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  8. CAD Sketcher icon
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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.

    63 CAD Sketcher alternatives

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    • Since 2024

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Blender
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  9. Siemens NX icon
     4 likes

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

    28 Siemens NX alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2017

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    • Windows
    • Mac
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  10. MakerSCAD icon
     7 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
    • Open Source

    Application type

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    • Since 2016

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • Online
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  11. TouchCAD icon
     2 likes

    Combined 3D modeling and unfolding program supporting creation of complex digital shapes, generates build-ready templates for marine design, soft material products, sheet metal, reverse engineering, sculptures, and unfolds high-resolution image textures.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2011

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
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  12. Software provides a seamless marriage of 2D and 3D to help you take your sketched ideas to 3D realism.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
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