LiCAD AlternativesCAD Software & 3D Modelers like LiCAD

LiCAD is described as 'With support for Lider CAD & GIS, CAD (Computer Aided Design) functions, mapping, cadastre, urban planning, construction, etc. to create projects, geographical analysis, query etc. by combining GIS (Geographic Information System) functions and CAD objects' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 10 alternatives to LiCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD and Android apps. The best LiCAD alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like LiCAD are LibreCAD, QGIS, Autodesk AutoCAD and CAD Sketcher.

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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

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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.

    112 FreeCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    • FreeCAD is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to LiCAD.

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

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceLiCAD is Paid and Proprietary
  2. LibreCAD icon

    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.

    108 LibreCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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  4. QGIS icon

    QGIS

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    A fully featured, user friendly, open source Geographic Information System (GIS) with similar power to ArcGIS and MapInfo.

    56 QGIS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • BSD
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    • QGIS is the most popular Android alternative to LiCAD.

    • QGIS is Free and Open SourceLiCAD is Paid and Proprietary
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    Autodesk AutoCAD

    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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    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 collaborations.

    129 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Web-based, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to LiCAD.

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

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietaryLiCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  7. CAD Sketcher icon

    CAD Sketcher

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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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Blender
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  8. QCAD icon

    QCAD

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    QCAD is an application for computer aided drafting in 2D. With QCAD you can create technical drawings such as plans for buildings, interiors, mechanical parts or schemas and diagrams.

    74 QCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. ArcGIS icon

    ArcGIS

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    ArcGIS offers unique capabilities and flexible licensing for applying location-based analytics to your business practices.

    52 ArcGIS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  11. AutoCAD Civil 3D icon

    AutoCAD Civil 3D

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    Empower civil engineers with this robust BIM solution in AutoCAD, enhancing design coordination, documentation, and project analysis for transportation, land, and water projects. It's ideal for engineers, drafters, and designers seeking efficient, high-quality civil engineering solutions.

    7 AutoCAD Civil 3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  13. MapInfo Professional icon

    MapInfo Professional

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    MapInfo Professional is a powerful, functionally rich desktop mapping application from Pitney Bowes MapInfo, designed to enable organisations to solve business problems that have a geographical element.

    25 MapInfo Professional alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    MapInfo v10 interface showing map and browser windows with sample data
     
  14. NetCAD GIS icon

    NetCAD GIS

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    For more than 30 years, we have been producing solutions for the needs of professionals from different professional disciplines. With the agile software development philosophy, we aim to develop continuously in line with user needs and expectations.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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