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, Linux, Web-based 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 Dune 3D.

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ArchiCAD alternatives are mainly CAD Software, but if you're looking for 3D Modelers or Interior Design Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Linux, Open Source, iPad and Android. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to ArchiCAD.
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  1. 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
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    • Windows
     
  2. ArCADia BIM icon
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    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.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  3. nanoCAD icon
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    nanoCAD is a pro-grade 2D CAD system with native DWG support and full customizability. It is totally free, for business, professional, or personal purposes. It is fast, lightweight, capable, and , unlike most free CAD programs, completely uncrippled. nanoCAD includes:

    90 nanoCAD alternatives

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    • Windows
     
  4.  4 likes

    DDS-CAD: The Open BIM solution for MEP engineers. DDS delivers solutions for electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and photovoltaic systems. All DDS-CAD products support the Open BIM design process.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  5. Lumion icon
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    Lumion is a real-time 3D visualization tool for making movies and still shots of architecture, planning and design. It is also possible to give live demonstrations.

    46 Lumion alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  6. ARRIS icon
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    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
     
  7. formZ icon
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    General purpose 3D solids and surface modeler

    form•Z, the 3D form synthesizer, is above all a 3D modeling program, even though it also includes drafting, rendering and animation. Additional photorealistic rendering is offered by form•Z RenderZone Plus.

    It is a general purpose.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  8. BricsCAD Shape lets you create without limits. Sculpt your ideas in solids from the start. It’s the power of free-form modeling with full CAD accuracy.

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  9. TurboCAD icon
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    TurboCAD is a CAD software suite, with several different feature levels. It is a competitor to the likes of Autodesk's AutoCAD program, and is used by engineers, architects and hobbyists.

    55 TurboCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  10. 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.

    70 Xenon™ 3D Modeling CAD alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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