Hew Alternatives3D Modelers & 3D Printing Tools like Hew

Hew is described as 'Free, open-source 3D modeler that works like SketchUp: draw on a face, push/pull, snap to what's there. Every shape is a watertight solid. Native on macOS, Windows, Linux, and in the browser. Imports .skp' and is a 3D Modeler in the photos & graphics category. There are eight alternatives to Hew for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Web-based and BSD apps. The best Hew alternative is Blender, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Hew are FreeCAD, Sweet Home 3D, SketchUp and Autodesk Tinkercad.

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  1. Blender icon
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    A comprehensive open-source 3D software suite for modeling, UV unwrapping, texturing, rigging, and animating. It supports renderings, simulations including fluid and cloth dynamics, complex compositing, video editing, and Python scripting, running across all major operating systems.

    150 Blender alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Steam
    • Flatpak
     
  2. FreeCAD icon
     523 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.

    128 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
    • Docker
    • Steam
     
  3. Sweet Home 3D icon
     336 likes

    Open-source, Java-based software that allows users to create detailed floor plans, arrange furniture, and explore the final layout in 3D, assisting in interior design projects with ease and flexibility.

    71 Sweet Home 3D alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
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    • Android Tablet
    • Java
     
  4. SketchUp icon
     556 likes

    Comprehensive 3D modeling software ideal for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. It includes features like easy-to-use interface, sun and shadow analysis, color experimenting, and mock-up creation. Available in freeware and professional versions for diverse needs.

    181 SketchUp alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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    • Online
     
  5. Tinkercad is a super easy-to-use, browser based 3D design tool. With Tinkercad you can create 3D printable items: toys to play with, decoration to light up your home or jewelry to express yourself. You dream it, you can make it!

    75 Autodesk Tinkercad alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  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.

    53 Shapr3D alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • iPad
     
  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.

    87 BricsCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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  8. SelfCAD  icon
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    SelfCAD is a simple but powerful 3D modeling software being used by beginners, professionals as well as both small and large businesses to create their 3D designs. With the program, users can be able to model, sculpt, render, and even slice designs.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
     
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