ArchiCAD Alternatives

ArchiCAD is described as 'Offers computer aided solutions for handling all common aspects of aesthetics and engineering during the whole design process of the built environment — buildings, interiors, urban areas, etc' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 50 alternatives to ArchiCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, Linux and iPad apps. The best ArchiCAD alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like ArchiCAD are Sweet Home 3D, SketchUp, Autodesk AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit.

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  1. pCon.planner icon
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    The professional furnishing 2D-/3D-tool for everybody: The pCon.planner is a cost-free application allowing you to comfortably and professionally create complex furnishing concepts and to visualize them in a photo-realistic quality. File Formats: dwg, dxf, 3ds, skp, ... Language.

    83 pCon.planner alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  2. An add-on for beautiful, detailed, and data-rich OpenBIM with Blender. It was named BlenderBIM until 2024. It uses the ifcopenshell.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Blender
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  3. The software’s particular strength lies in the three-dimensional general arrangement and reinforcement design. With this, the building construction is carried out in advance, so that discrepancies and conflicts are already visible in the planning phase.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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

    16 Edificius alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  5. Models created with Tekla BIM software carry the accurate, reliable and detailed information needed for successful Building Information Modeling and construction execution. Welcome smoother workflow to your company with Tekla Structures and constructable models.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  6. 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.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. GstarCAD icon
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    GstarCAD is well-known alternative CAD software of high compatibility with ACAD. With 27 years of continuous improvement and innovation, today GstarCAD is far ahead in performance, stability and becomes leading CAD software in the world.

    89 GstarCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  8. CAD Sketcher icon
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    CAD Sketcher is a free and open-source project looking to enhance precision workflows in Blender by bringing CAD like tools, features and usability to Blender.

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    • Blender
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  9. Design, analyze, document, and visualize buildings of any size, form, and complexity. Effectively communicate design intent and bridge barriers between building disciplines and geographically distributed teams.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  10. 3D House Planner is the professional home design web application that allows you to design houses and apartments. No installation required. It is accessible through your browser. 3D House Planner is absolutely free for all.

    68 3D House Planner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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  11. AdamCAD icon
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    AdamCAD is an AI Powered CAD platform that generates 3D designs in seconds.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  12. CADdirect icon
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    Artificial Intelligence CAD for DWG Files. Fully AutoCAD compatible. Easy to learn for AutoCAD users. The best AutoCAD alternative.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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