Paid SOLIDWORKS Alternatives for Linux

SOLIDWORKS is not available for Linux but there are some alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best paid Linux alternative is BricsCAD. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to SOLIDWORKS and six of them are paid and available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting paid Linux alternatives to SOLIDWORKS are Plasticity, GstarCAD, BricsCAD Shape and VariCAD.

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  1. BricsCAD icon
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    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.

    80 BricsCAD alternatives

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    It is an AutoCAD clone, not SolidWorks.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • BricsCAD is Paid and ProprietarySOLIDWORKS is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. Plasticity icon
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    Plasticity is a 3d modelling software for concept artists. Modelling in Plasticity is quick and efficient due to the unique gizmos, shortcuts, and thoughtful workflow.

    23 Plasticity alternatives

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  3. GstarCAD icon
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    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.

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  4. BricsCAD Shape lets you create without limits. Sculpt your ideas in solids from the start. It’s the power of free-form modeling with full CAD accuracy.

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  5. VariCAD icon
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    VariCAD is compact, fast, easy to use, and provides everything necessary for mechanical design. VariCAD is sold "fully loaded", including all features and functions, for one affordable price. The system contains:

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  6. Assetforge icon
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    Asset Forge allows anyone to create 3D models and 2D sprites using building blocks. Finished assets are compatible with most available game engines.

    127 Assetforge alternatives

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