Paid Autodesk Tinkercad AlternativesCAD Software & 3D Modelers like Autodesk Tinkercad

The best paid alternative to Autodesk Tinkercad is SketchUp. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Autodesk Tinkercad and many of them is paid so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting paid alternatives to Autodesk Tinkercad are Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, BricsCAD and PTC Creo.

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  1. SketchUp icon
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    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

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    Comments about SketchUp as an Alternative to Autodesk Tinkercad
    Kevin Harrington
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    The ease of use is similar to Tinkercad. The modality is BREP and sketch/extrude which is different though.

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    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk Tinkercad is Free Personal and Proprietary
  2. Autodesk AutoCAD icon
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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.

    130 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

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  3. SOLIDWORKS icon
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    Leading 3D CAD software for design, analysis, and product data management, developed by Dassault Systèmes. Enhances productivity, fosters collaboration, and accelerates time to market. Features include parametric modeling, photorealistic rendering, and strong PLM process support.

    102 SOLIDWORKS alternatives

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    Comments about SOLIDWORKS as an Alternative to Autodesk Tinkercad
    Kevin Harrington
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    SolidWORKS is a BREP sketch extrude modeler and had a very steep learning curve. It is not like Tinkercad.

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    • SOLIDWORKS is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk Tinkercad is Free Personal and Proprietary
  4. 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.

    80 BricsCAD alternatives

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  5. PTC Creo icon
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    With Creo Parametric, and its extensions, you can create, analyze, view, and share designs downstream using 2D CAD, 3D CAD, and parametric and direct modeling capabilities.

    82 PTC Creo alternatives

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  6. Catia icon
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    CATIA (Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application) (in English usually pronounced /k?'ti?/) is a multi-platform CAD/CAM/CAE commercial software suite developed by the French company Dassault Systèmes.

    57 Catia alternatives

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  7. Software for 3D mechanical design, simulation, and visualization. Provides parametric, direct, and freeform design options, along with integrated simulation, CAM tools, and advanced rendering up to 16K resolution. Features include section views and customizable rendering environments.

    60 Autodesk Inventor alternatives

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  8. Solid Edge icon
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    Solid Edge is an industry-leading mechanical design system with exceptional tools for creating and managing 3D digital prototypes. With superior core modeling and process workflows, a unique focus on the needs of specific industries, and fully integrated design management, Solid...

    43 Solid Edge alternatives

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  9. 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.

    21 Plasticity alternatives

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  10. DraftSight icon
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    DraftSight is a professional-grade, open 2D CAD product for users who want a better way to read, write and share DWG files. DraftSight is easy to use and is available for professional CAD users, students and educators to download and activate for free.*

    88 DraftSight alternatives

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  11. 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.

    84 GstarCAD alternatives

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  12. AdamCAD icon
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    AdamCAD is an AI Powered CAD platform that generates 3D designs in seconds.

    52 AdamCAD alternatives

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