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 16 are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Catia are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, Dune 3D and Plasticity.

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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.

    113 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
     
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    Free, simple, many interfaces in and out (STP, IDS, STL ...), still in development, many forums and macros available. BUT some bugs remain, hopefully we can find a workaround.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    FreeCAD icon
    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceCatia is Paid and Proprietary
  2. LibreCAD icon
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    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.

    109 LibreCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
     
  3. 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.

    130 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  4. Dune 3D icon
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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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
  5. 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.

    21 Plasticity alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  6. Shapr3D icon
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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

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
     
  7. 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.

    54 CAD Sketcher alternatives

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    • Blender
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  8. Siemens NX icon
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    Siemens NX software is an integrated product design, engineering and manufacturing solution that helps you deliver better products faster and more efficiently.

    21 Siemens NX alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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    Comments about Siemens NX as an Alternative to Catia
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    They are aimed at the same target and share many features

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Siemens NX is Paid and ProprietaryCatia is also Paid and Proprietary
  9. 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
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
     
  10. TouchCAD icon
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    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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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  11. 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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    • Windows
     
  12. 3D cad software with the perfect blend of conceptual and production design tools.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
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