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The best free 3D Modeler alternative to SketchUp is Blender, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to SketchUp and loads of them are free 3D Modelers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free 3D Modeler alternatives to SketchUp are Sweet Home 3D, FreeCAD, Shapr3D and Wings 3D.

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SketchUp

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3D Modeler
Freemium • Proprietary

SketchUp (formerly Google Sketchup) is a 3D modeling computer program for a wide range of drawing applications such as architectural, interior design, civil and mechanical engineering, film, and video game design—and...

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SketchUp alternatives page was last updated Jan 25, 2024

LibreCAD
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.
111 LibreCAD alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
- CAD Software
- 3D Modeler
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- PortableApps.com
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Top LibreCAD Features
1. Digital Painting
2. Portable
3. Bim
4. Construction layers
5. No registration required
6. Parametric Modeling
7. Lightweight
8. Support for Layers
9. Customizable
10. Isometric view
11. Export to SVG
12. QT Based
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LibreCAD VS SketchUp
Is LibreCAD a good alternative to SketchUp?
Comments about LibreCAD as an Alternative to SketchUp

Guest
LibreCAD is a 2D CAD software. Sketchup is a 3D software.
Negative comment •Jun 13, 2017
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Guest
Not 3D. Otherwise, fine program.
Negative comment •Apr 30, 2017
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Guest
Good 2D drawing, has isometrics as well, reads DXF but isn't an alternative to a 3D CAD software assembling blocks. FreeCAD is better but a difficult to make the parts.
Positive comment •Mar 23, 2017
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Guest
LibreCAD is only a 2D CAD software
Negative comment •Mar 31, 2021
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- This alternative is disputed. LibreCAD is a legitimate SketchUp alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
- LibreCAD is Free and Open SourceSketchUp is Freemium and Proprietary
- LibreCAD is LightweightSketchUp is not according to our users

BRL-CAD
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 ...
72 BRL-CAD alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
- CAD Software
- 3D Modeler
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
BRL-CAD Features
Image Processing
Benchmark analytics
Ray Tracing
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BRL-CAD VS SketchUp
Is BRL-CAD a good alternative to SketchUp?
Comments about BRL-CAD as an Alternative to SketchUp

Guest
The manner in which you draw a shape, enter dimensions, and push/pull a flat plane shape are the most similar to the SketchUp workflow of any 3D/CAD program I have used.
Positive comment •May 3, 2019
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- Most users think BRL-CAD is a great SketchUp alternative.
- BRL-CAD is Free and Open SourceSketchUp is Freemium and Proprietary

Dune 3D
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 a...
54 Dune 3D alternatives
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
- CAD Software
- 3D Modeler
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Flathub
Dune 3D Features
1. Lightweight
2. Ad-free
3. No registration required
4. Portable
5. Parametric Modeling
6. Parametric
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Dune 3D VS SketchUp
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Autodesk Fusion
Integrated CAD, CAM, and CAE featuring collaborative editing and cloud-based computation. Free license available for students and hobbyists.
29 Autodesk Fusion alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application types
- CAD Software
- 3D Modeler
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
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Autodesk Fusion Features
1. Parametric Modeling
2. Procedural Modeling
3. Real time collaboration
4. Cloud Sync
5. Keyframe Animation
6. 3D Sculpting
7. Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
8. 3D design
9. CAE
10. Surface Modelling
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Autodesk Fusion VS SketchUp
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Spline
Create 3D objects, edit materials, add interactivity, and export. Control the outcome of your 3d design work.
18 Spline alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
- 3D Modeler
- 3D Animator
Platforms
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Online
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Spline Features
1. No Coding Required
2. Dark Mode
3. Real time collaboration
4. 3D design
5. Web-Based
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Spline VS SketchUp
Is Spline a good alternative to SketchUp?
- Spline is the most popular SaaS alternative to SketchUp.
- Spline is Freemium and ProprietarySketchUp is also Freemium and Proprietary

Onshape
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 m...
37 Onshape alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application types
- CAD Software
- 3D Modeler
Platforms
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
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Top Onshape Features
1. Web-Based
2. Parametric Modeling
3. Real time collaboration
4. Cloud Sync
5. Parametric
6. Cloud based
7. Ad-free
8. Drawing Board
9. Mechanical Simulation
10. Customizable
11. 3D Renderer
12. Rendering
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Onshape VS SketchUp
Is Onshape a good alternative to SketchUp?
Comments about Onshape as an Alternative to SketchUp

Guest
It's web based. I want native 3D modeling software.
Negative comment •Aug 11, 2020
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Guest
Linux = browser based, if I wanted browser apps I'd select web for platform.
Negative comment •May 17, 2020
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Melissa Ferri
Browser-based so no need to download or install anything.
Positive comment •Nov 19, 2018
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- Most users think Onshape is a great SketchUp alternative.
- Onshape is Free Personal and ProprietarySketchUp is Freemium and Proprietary

Paint 3D
Paint 3D is Microsoft's totally rebuilt and enhanced version of Microsoft Paint built for Windows 10 and with extensive 3D support as well as other helpful, long-needed additions like p...
19 Paint 3D alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
- 3D Painting App
- 3D Modeler
Platforms
- Windows
Paint 3D Features
Remove Image Background
HD-Rendering
Support for subtitles
Bundled with Windows
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Discontinued
Microsoft to deprecate Paint 3D app, removal from store set for November 4, 2024
Paint 3D VS SketchUp
Is Paint 3D a good alternative to SketchUp?
Comments about Paint 3D as an Alternative to SketchUp

Guest
Paint3D is literally a 3D paint tool, not a floor planning or minor-CAD tool...
Negative comment •Jul 7, 2022
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- Paint 3D is Free and ProprietarySketchUp is Freemium and Proprietary