Vectorworks Alternatives for Linux

Vectorworks is not available for Linux but there are a few alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is LibreCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Vectorworks and four of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Vectorworks are MakerSCAD, VARKON and SelfCAD .

Vectorworks alternatives are mainly CAD Software but may also be 3D Modelers or Interior Design Apps. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Vectorworks.

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Vectorworks

Paid • Proprietary
CAD Software

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Vectorworks is a computer-aided design (CAD) software program developed by Nemetschek North America that is used for...

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LibreCAD
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Free • Open Source
CAD Software
3D Modeler
Interior Design App
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
PortableApps.com
111 alternatives to LibreCAD
LibreCAD (originally QCad then CADuntu) is an open source 2D CAD application for Windows, Apple and Linux. It is based on Qt, which is a leading cross-platform application and UI development framework.
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LibreCAD Features
1. PortableLibreCAD can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
2. LightweightLibreCAD consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
3. Support for LayersLibreCAD supports the organization of elements through a hierarchical order that can be manipulated/viewed independently.
Bim
Construction layers
Customizable
Isometric view
Export to SVG
Export to PDF
QT Based
LibreCAD vs Vectorworks
Most users think LibreCAD is a great alternative to Vectorworks.
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You can't seem to draw rectangles and there is no way to change dimensions in an object box which is one of the best things about vectorworks in my opinion.
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MakerSCAD
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Freemium • Open Source
3D Modeler
3D Printing Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Chrome OS
107 alternatives to MakerSCAD
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.
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MakerSCAD Features
1. Parametric ModelingMakerSCAD can change the shape of model geometry as soon as the dimension value is modified.
Web-Based
Visual Programming
Discontinued
Site certificate expired. Software itself hasn't been updated in a very long time, is incomplete, and doesn't function
VARKON
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Free • Open Source
CAD Software
Windows
Linux
35 alternatives to VARKON
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.
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VARKON Features
1. Parametric ModelingVARKON can change the shape of model geometry as soon as the dimension value is modified.
Discontinued
The project seems no longer developed. Last version, 1.19E, released in November 2012, can be still downloaded from SourceForge.
SelfCAD
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Freemium • Proprietary
3D Modeler
3D Printing Tool
Mac
Linux
Online
Chrome OS
62 alternatives to SelfCAD
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.
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SelfCAD Features
Image to 3D
Rendering
Image generator
Mechanical Design

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LibreCAD

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MakerSCAD

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VARKON

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SelfCAD

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