SOLIDWORKS AlternativesOnly apps categorised as 3D Printing Tools

The best 3D Printing alternative to SOLIDWORKS is SketchUp. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Shapr3D or Microsoft 3D Builder. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to SOLIDWORKS and nine of them are 3D Printing Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Printing Tool alternatives to SOLIDWORKS are Autodesk AutoCAD, CaDoodle, MakerSCAD and SelfCAD .

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  1. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

     555 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.

    166 SketchUp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Comments about SketchUp as an Alternative to SOLIDWORKS
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    It doesn't have the same tools, short-cuts and general software.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think SketchUp is a great SOLIDWORKS alternative, some don't.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to SOLIDWORKS.

    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietarySOLIDWORKS is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. Autodesk AutoCAD icon

    Autodesk AutoCAD

     215 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.

    130 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Autodesk AutoCAD as an Alternative to SOLIDWORKS
    bobbwwj555
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    The Function Differently under the hood.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Autodesk AutoCAD is a great SOLIDWORKS alternative, some don't.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietarySOLIDWORKS is also Paid and Proprietary
  4. Shapr3D icon

    Shapr3D

     30 likes

    From design to manufacturing. Teams collaborate with more impact. Instinctive design meets multidevice capability and full interoperability for the ultimate 3D design workflow.

    44 Shapr3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.
     
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    attila-kozma
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    Super smooth, easy to understand, great program. Learning curve is awsome

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Shapr3D is a great SOLIDWORKS alternative.

    • Shapr3D is Freemium and ProprietarySOLIDWORKS is Paid and Proprietary
    • Shapr3D is LightweightSOLIDWORKS is not according to our users
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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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  6. Microsoft 3D Builder icon

    Microsoft 3D Builder

     6 likes

    View, capture, personalize, and print 3D models. Download many kinds of 3D files and edit them using the 3D modeling space. Take a picture with your webcam and make it 3D.

    120 Microsoft 3D Builder alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    ahmaddiaa
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    if all you do is simple 3d stuff then it is good for you else , it is not an alternative

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Microsoft 3D Builder is Free and ProprietarySOLIDWORKS is Paid and Proprietary
  7. CaDoodle icon

    CaDoodle

     6 likes

    CaDoodle is a local drag-and-drop CAD application for Linux (Arm,x86), WIndows (X86), and Mac (Arm,x86) and ChromeOS. Users models are stored locally, and the application runs entirely locally. CaDoodle has a drag and drop interface that is cross-trainable with TinkerCAD.

    9 CaDoodle alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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    A model with a lot of example objects and the timeline open.
     
  8. MakerSCAD icon

    MakerSCAD

     6 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  10. SelfCAD icon

    SelfCAD

     9 likes

    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 (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    User interface of SelfCAD
     
  11. 3D Orchard icon

    3D Orchard

     5 likes

    3D Orchard is a free online platform for crowdsourced design. It includes free, built-in CAD tools and everything needed to turn an idea into a physical product. Because the computer-aided design (CAD) tools are built-in and free, people can edit and evolve each others 3D models.

    17 3D Orchard alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    Browsing through public, editable designs on 3D Orchard.
     
  12. Shapiful icon

    Shapiful

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    Designing your own 3D models no longer has to feel complicated or time-consuming. With our online creation platform, anyone can design, personalize, and export 3D printable files directly in the browser.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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