Vectorworks Alternatives

Apps similar to Vectorworks include LibreCAD, which is free and open source. Other options are Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, DraftSight and Autodesk Revit. CAD Software like Vectorworks are a crowded field, with more than 25 alternatives for Windows, Mac, Linux, the web and iPhone.

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  1. Edificius icon
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    The BIM software for architectural design: simple, innovative, convenient. Discover Edificius now, your SMART solution!.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  2. ActCAD  icon
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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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  3. MegaCAD 3D is the ideal synthesis of an innovative solid and surface modeling system and a full-feature 2D drafting program. If you are developing your model in 3D or if you are drawing a 2D design, each step will automatically be transferred from one dimension into the other...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  4. ARRIS icon
     1 like

    The most complete solution available for designing, drafting and modeling buildings. Created by building professionals for building professionals, ARRIS provides you with a more streamlined and focused process for producing your work.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  5. CADintosh icon
     1 like

    Single window interface (quick access to all features without any additional tool windows)

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  6. iCADMac icon
     1 like

    Best selling AutoCAD replacement for the Apple Mac OS X - DWG/DXF 2D/3D - the AutoCAD alternative that costs about a fraction of AutoCAD. PDF 3D free export

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  7. Caddie icon
     1 like

    Caddie provides designers with all the tools they need to sketch, design, detail and visualise their ideas in 2 and 3 dimensions, to produce superb quality drawings full of character and stunning 3D images that bring their designs to life.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. DataCAD icon
     1 like

    DataCAD is a professional-level AEC CADD program for architectural design, photo-realistic rendering, animation, and construction document creation. Developed by architects and software engineers for architecture, DataCAD includes tools that make design and drafting easier, such...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Good alternative?
     
  9. ArCADia BIM icon
     4 likes

    Software that allows you to create an almost complete design of a building and all installations in one environment. Lots of automation, precision tools, merging documents, collision analysis, in program rendering, 3D, IFC, and much more.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. SelfCAD  icon
     9 likes

    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
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  11. Zentek Studio is a free 2D drafting and 3D solid-modeling CAD application for Windows. It combines a full 2D drawing environment and a 3D modeler into one native desktop app with no registration, no accounts, no cloud lock-in, and pure local file storage.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  12. MacDraft icon
     1 like

    MacDraft Professional, powerful 2D CAD, drafting, technical illustration, architectural drawing and more in one easy-to-use, CAD software package

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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