Vectorworks Alternatives

Vectorworks is described as 'Computer-aided design (CAD) software program developed by Nemetschek North America that is used for drafting, technical drawing and 3D modeling. Vectorworks offers 2D, 3D, production management, and presentation capabilities for all phases of the design process' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Vectorworks for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and iPhone apps. The best Vectorworks alternative is LibreCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Vectorworks are Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, DraftSight and ArchiCAD.

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Vectorworks is a computer-aided design (CAD) software program developed by Nemetschek North America that is used for drafting, technical drawing and 3D modeling. Vectorworks offers 2D, 3D, production management, and...

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  1. Allplan Architecture icon
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    Allplan Architecture

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    BIM solution supports you with the world-leading Parasolid modeling kernel from Siemens, enabling you to more effectively and accurately develop, display, exchange and implement your ideas.

    17 Allplan Architecture alternatives
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    • Windows

    Allplan Architecture Features

    1.  Bim
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  2. ANSYS SpaceClaim icon
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    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.

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    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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    • Windows

    ANSYS SpaceClaim Features

    1.  Drawing 2D
    2.  3d Drawing
    3.  3D design
    SpaceClaim Engineer includes tools to automatically find and remove small features, greatly accelerating model preparation.
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  4. Draft it icon
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    Draft it

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    Draft It is a comprehensive computer-aided design (CAD) software that simplifies complex design tasks with its user-friendly interface, catering to both professional designers and enthusiasts. It offers various versions, including a free edition and a professional Architectural...

    93 Draft it alternatives
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    • Freemium • Proprietary

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    • 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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  6. Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD icon
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    Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD

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    Cobalt is a parametric 3D modeling software for product design and development that's easy to use. It offers wireframe, solid and surface modeling with precision drawings, renderings and animation.

    78 Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD alternatives
    Cobalt v12 on Windows

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    • Mac
    • Windows

    Cobalt 3D Modeling CAD Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Support for Layers
    4.  3D design
    Cobalt v12 Sheet View Preview
    Cobalt v12 on macOS
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    Cobalt v12 on macOS Dark Theme
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  7. Graphite 2D/3D CAD icon
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    Graphite 2D/3D CAD

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    Graphite is an easy to use precision 2D/3D CAD software for product design and development. Formerly known as Vellum, Graphite offers extremely powerful, precision wire-frame drafting with the elegant ease-of-use that makes it productive even when only used occasionally.

    70 Graphite 2D/3D CAD alternatives
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    • Mac
    • Windows

    Graphite 2D/3D CAD Features

    1.  Ad-free
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  8. Renga Architecture icon
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    Renga Architecture

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    New 3d architectural BIM-system.

    15 Renga Architecture alternatives
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    • Windows

    Renga Architecture Features

    1.  Bim
    2.  Drawing Board
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    DesignFreeQ

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    Simply Smart CAD. DesignFreeQ is an easy to use CAD modeller.

    74 DesignFreeQ alternatives
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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    BuildersCAD

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    Professional CAD System, developed for Architects, Builders and Residental Designers

    13 BuildersCAD alternatives
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    • Windows
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  12. VARKON

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    Varkon is a very powerful parametric 2D/3D CAD, modeling and application development tool for engineering, design, architecture, etc. It does 2D drafting, 2D and 3D modeling, sculptured surface modeling, and even animations.

    37 VARKON alternatives
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    • Free • Open Source

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    • Windows
    • Linux

    VARKON Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    Discontinued

    The project seems no longer developed. Last version, 1.19E, released in November 2012, can be still downloaded from SourceForge.

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  13. Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD icon
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    Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD

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    Formerly Vellum Solids, Xenon™ is an associative 3D modeling software for product design and development that's easy to use. It offers history-based wireframe, solid and surface modeling with precision drawings, renderings and animation.

    69 Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD alternatives
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    • Mac
    • Windows

    Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  3D design
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  14. Argon™ 3D Modeling CAD icon
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    Argon™ 3D Modeling CAD

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    Argon™ is a CAD and 3D precision modeling software for Mac and Windows. It offers wireframe, solid and surface history-free modeling with precision drawings, photo-realistic renderings and animation.

    69 Argon™ 3D Modeling CAD alternatives
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    • Mac
    • Windows

    Argon™ 3D Modeling CAD Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  3D design
    4.  Rendering
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  15. ActCAD icon
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    ActCAD

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    ActCAD is a 2D & 3D CAD software with the functionality of the industry leaders. We offer two product options:

    • ActCAD Standard for 2D Drafting Power Users
    105 ActCAD alternatives
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    • Windows
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    Sheet set Manager

    ActCAD Features

    1.  Self License Transfer
    2.  IntelliCAD
    3.  Drawing 2D
    4.  Raster to DXF Converter
    5.  Export to CSV
    6.  Global Validity
    7.  Built-in 3D model viewer
    8.  Convert PDF to DWG
    9.  Built-in PDF to DXF converter
    10.  Convert DWG to PDF
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