DraftSight AlternativesOnly apps categorised as CAD Software

The best CAD alternative to DraftSight is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to DraftSight and loads of them are CAD Software so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting CAD Software alternatives to DraftSight are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS and Onshape.

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  1. FreeCAD icon
     535 likes

    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.

    147 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Since 2010

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • Flatpak
    • Docker
    • 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.

    129 LibreCAD alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Since 2010

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • 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.

    157 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2009

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  4. SOLIDWORKS icon
     90 likes

    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.

    116 SOLIDWORKS alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  5. Onshape icon
     35 likes

    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.

    61 Onshape alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2015

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  6. Open CAD Studio icon
     12 likes

    Open CAD Studio: a modern, Open Source 2D + 3D CAD application that reads and writes DWG and DXF natively built in Rust, with GPU-accelerated rendering.

    12 Open CAD Studio alternatives

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    • Since 2026

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
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  7. BricsCAD icon
     49 likes

    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.

    96 BricsCAD alternatives

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    • Since 2009

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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  8. nanoCAD icon
     45 likes

    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:

    98 nanoCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2012

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    • Windows
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  9. SolidCraft icon
     4 likes

    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.

    50 SolidCraft alternatives

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    • New

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • AppImage
    • Flatpak
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  10. BRL-CAD icon
     56 likes

    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...

    80 BRL-CAD alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Since 2009

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  11. GstarCAD icon
     13 likes

    GstarCAD is well-known alternative CAD software of high compatibility with ACAD. With 27 years of continuous improvement and innovation, today GstarCAD is far ahead in performance, stability and becomes leading CAD software in the world.

    95 GstarCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Since

    • Since 2011

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  12. CADdirect icon
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    Artificial Intelligence CAD for DWG Files. Fully AutoCAD compatible. Easy to learn for AutoCAD users. The best AutoCAD alternative.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Windows
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