Autodesk Tinkercad Alternatives for Linux

Autodesk Tinkercad is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is OpenSCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Autodesk Tinkercad and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Autodesk Tinkercad are Dune 3D, BRL-CAD, BricsCAD and MatterControl.

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  1. OpenSCAD icon

    OpenSCAD

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    OpenSCAD is a software for creating solid 3D CAD objects. It is free software and available for Linux/UNIX, MS Windows and MacOS.

    50 OpenSCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
    • BSD
    • Docker
    • Homebrew
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    Kevin Harrington
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    Though OpenSCAD is text based, the methodology of CSG operations as a basis for making shapes is identical. This is a good alternative for programmers who like tinkercad but want more precision.

    Guest
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    most things are controled by text comands

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think OpenSCAD is a great Autodesk Tinkercad alternative.

    • OpenSCAD is the most popular Linux alternative to Autodesk Tinkercad.

    • OpenSCAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Autodesk Tinkercad.

    • OpenSCAD is Free and Open SourceAutodesk Tinkercad is Free Personal and Proprietary
    • OpenSCAD is LightweightAutodesk Tinkercad is not according to our users
  2. Dune 3D icon

    Dune 3D

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    Dune 3D operates as a parametric 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. It provides users with the capability to sketch and constrain both in 2D and 3D dimensions. Furthermore, it allows for the addition of chamfers and fillets to designs.

    58 Dune 3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  4. BRL-CAD icon

    BRL-CAD

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    BRL-CAD is a powerful cross-platform open source solid modeling system that includes interactive geometry editing, high-performance ray-tracing for rendering and geometric analysis, image and signal-processing tools, a system performance analysis benchmark suite, libraries for...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  5. BricsCAD icon

    BricsCAD

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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

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    BricsCAD Dark and light mode
     
  6. MatterControl icon

    MatterControl

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    MatterControl is a free, open source app that lets you organize and manage your 3D prints. It's designed to help you get the most out of your 3D printer - making it easy to track, preview, and print your 3D parts.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  7. SolveSpace icon

    SolveSpace

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    SolveSpace is a parametric 3D CAD program with extrude, revolve, union and difference functions. Save/Export as DXF, PDF, SVG, STL, STEP. Mesh generation expected by most 3d printers. Constraint solver point tracing for motion analysis.

    71 SolveSpace alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  9. Plasticity icon

    Plasticity

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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.

    20 Plasticity alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. Vectary icon

    Vectary

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    Vectary is the most accessible 3D and Augmented Reality design platform. Create an account for free online. No app download needed. Build immersive experiences for the real world. Publish 3D and Augmented Reality content to any website.

    37 Vectary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Figma
    • madewitharkit
    • WebGL
    • Sketch
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Create 3D UI in Vectary
     

    • Vectary is the most popular SaaS alternative to Autodesk Tinkercad.

    • Vectary is Freemium and ProprietaryAutodesk Tinkercad is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    ARES Commander

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    All the productive tools and smart features for 2D drafting and design that you expect at a reasonable price. With DWG 2010 as its primary drawing file format and DXF support.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Ktechlab

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    KTechLab is an IDE for microcontrollers and electronics. It supports circuit simulation, program development for microcontrollers and simulating the programmed microcontroller together with its application circuit.

    28 Ktechlab alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  13. SelfCAD icon

    SelfCAD

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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 (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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    Very easy to use and powerful. You can design complex models with ease. In built Slicer of SelfCAD is also amazing and recently they added 3D printing animation functionality.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • SelfCAD is Freemium and ProprietaryAutodesk Tinkercad is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    SimulIDE

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    SimulIDE is a simple real time electronic circuit simulator. It's intended for general purpose electronics and microcontroller simulation, supporting PIC and AVR. PIC simulation is provided by gpsim and avr simulation by simavr.

    15 SimulIDE alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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