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The best 3D Modeler alternative to DesignCAD is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to DesignCAD and 11 are 3D Modelers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Modeler alternatives to DesignCAD are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, BricsCAD and CADdirect.

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  1. FreeCAD icon
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    FreeCAD

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    FreeCAD is a general purpose parametric 3D CAD modeler. The development is completely Open Source (LGPL License). FreeCAD is aimed directly at mechanical engineering and product design but also fits in a wider range of uses around engineering, such as architecture or other...

    110 FreeCAD alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
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    Properties

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  No registration required

    Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Drawing 2D
    3.  Interior Design
    4.  FEM
    5.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
    6.  Parametric
    7.  3d Drawing
    8.  DWG support
    9.  Windows XP Compatibility
    10.  Procedural Modeling
    11.  Bim
    12.  Dark Mode
    13.  Portable Linux
    14.  Support for Layers
    15.  Portable
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    • FreeCAD is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to DesignCAD.

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

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceDesignCAD is Paid and Proprietary
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    LibreCAD

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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.

    112 LibreCAD alternatives
    On Mac

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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    Properties

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Digital Painting
    2.  Portable
    3.  Bim
    4.  Construction layers
    5.  Parametric Modeling
    6.  Isometric view
    7.  Support for Layers
    8.  Export to SVG
    9.  QT Based
    10.  Export to PDF
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  4. Autodesk AutoCAD icon
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    Autodesk AutoCAD

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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 collaborat...

    126 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Properties

    1.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  DWG support
    2.  Drawing 2D
    3.  3D Printing
    4.  Batch plotting
    5.  Parametric Modeling
    6.  Real time collaboration
    7.  Support for scripting
    8.  Cloud Sync
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    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to DesignCAD.

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

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietaryDesignCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
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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, c...

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    BricsCAD

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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.

    90 BricsCAD alternatives
    BricsCAD Dark and light mode

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    BricsCAD 2D drafting
    BricsCAD BIM
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    BricsCAD BIM with integrated rendering (Enscape)

    BricsCAD Features

    1.  DWG support
    2.  Drawing 2D
    3.  Mechanical Simulation
    4.  Bim
    5.  Mechanical Design
    6.  BIM import
    7.  Rendering
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  7. CADdirect icon
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    CADdirect

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    Artificial Intelligence CAD for DWG Files. Fully AutoCAD compatible. Easy to learn for AutoCAD users. The best AutoCAD alternative.

    30 CADdirect alternatives
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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    CADdirect Features

    1.  Built-in AI Assistant
    2.  DWG support
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    nanoCAD

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    nanoCAD is a pro-grade 2D CAD system with native DWG support and full customizability. It is totally free, for business, professional, or personal purposes. It is fast, lightweight, capable, and , unlike most free CAD programs, completely uncrippled. nanoCAD includes:

    93 nanoCAD alternatives
    nanoCAD 3 main window

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    nanoCAD supported formats

    Properties

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  DWG support
    2.  Convert DWG to PDF
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Convert PDF to DWG
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  10. JTS IntelliCAD Software icon
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    JTS IntelliCAD Software

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    JTS IntelliCAD is an economical 2D Drafting and 3D Wireframe Modeling CAD software meant for Engineers, Architects and other technical consultants. JTS IntelliCAD works in native DWG & DXF CAD software to create and edit drawings.

    34 JTS IntelliCAD Software alternatives
    JTS IntelliCAD 11 Standard

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    JTS IntelliCAD Software Features

    1.  IntelliCAD
    Table Creation
    RGB Colors
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    Import CSV Points
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  11. MakerSCAD icon
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    MakerSCAD

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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.

    107 MakerSCAD alternatives
    MakerSCAD screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    MakerSCAD screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Parametric Modeling
    3.  Web-Based
    4.  Visual Programming
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    Site certificate expired. Software itself hasn't been updated in a very long time, is incomplete, and doesn't function

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  12. Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD icon
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    Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD

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    Cobalt is a parametric 3D modeling software for product design and development that's easy to use. It offers wireframe, solid and surface modeling with precision drawings, renderings and animation.

    78 Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD alternatives
    Cobalt v12 on Windows

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Ad-free

    Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Support for Layers
    3.  3D design
    Cobalt v12 Sheet View Preview
    Cobalt v12 on macOS
    +8
    Cobalt v12 on macOS Dark Theme
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    ActCAD

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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
    106 ActCAD alternatives
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    • Windows
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    +5
    Sheet set Manager

    ActCAD Features

    1.  Self License Transfer
    2.  IntelliCAD
    3.  Drawing 2D
    4.  Raster to DXF Converter
    5.  Export to CSV
    6.  Global Validity
    7.  Built-in 3D model viewer
    8.  Convert PDF to DWG
    9.  Built-in PDF to DXF converter
    10.  Convert DWG to PDF
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  14. ArCADia BIM icon
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    ArCADia BIM

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    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.

    102 ArCADia BIM alternatives
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    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    ArCADia BIM Features

    1.  IntelliCAD
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