VariCAD AlternativesCAD Software & 3D Modelers like VariCAD

VariCAD is described as '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:' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 25 alternatives to VariCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and SaaS apps. The best VariCAD alternative is SketchUp. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try BRL-CAD or MakerSCAD. Other great apps like VariCAD are Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, BricsCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

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  1. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

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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.

    165 SketchUp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • SketchUp is the most popular Web-based, Windows & Mac alternative to VariCAD.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to VariCAD.

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

    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 Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to VariCAD.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietaryVariCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  4. SOLIDWORKS icon

    SOLIDWORKS

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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

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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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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    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...

    74 BRL-CAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    PA-63 Extractor
     

    • BRL-CAD is the most popular Linux alternative to VariCAD.

    • BRL-CAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to VariCAD.

    • BRL-CAD is Free and Open SourceVariCAD is Paid and Proprietary
  7. 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    BricsCAD Dark and light mode
     
  8. Autodesk Inventor icon

    Autodesk Inventor

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    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

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Catia

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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.

    56 Catia alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    Real Toyota f1 designing
     
  11. Assetforge icon

    Assetforge

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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.

    126 Assetforge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  12. MakerSCAD icon

    MakerSCAD

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    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

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  14. ANSYS SpaceClaim icon

    ANSYS SpaceClaim

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    SpaceClaim Engineer is the world’s fastest and most innovative 3D direct modeler. SpaceClaim Engineer brings 3D solid modeling to the desktops of engineers and analysts who work in 3D, with a simplicity and low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) never seen before in CAD.

    61 ANSYS SpaceClaim alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    SpaceClaim Engineer's 3D mechanisms capabilities include gear and tangent placement conditions and are completely integrated with SpaceClaim's direct modeling of parts and assemblies.
     
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    HeeksCAD

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    HeeksCAD is a free, open source, CAD application - Imports solid models from STEP and IGES files. Draws construction geometry and lines and arcs. Creates new primitive solids, or make solids by extruding a sketch or by making a lofted solid between sketches.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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