Archimedes CAD Alternatives

Archimedes CAD is described as 'Archimedes is a free and open source CAD (Computer Aided Design) software. It is a robust system built over Eclipse’s Rich Client Java Platform fully based on plug ins. This means it is easily extensible but also has a pretty thin core that allows you to select the features you' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Archimedes CAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and BSD apps. The best Archimedes CAD alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Archimedes CAD are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS and BRL-CAD.

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  1. SelfCAD  icon
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    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.

    62 SelfCAD alternatives

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

    80 MacDraft alternatives

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    • Mac
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  4. Precision Plan Pro offers an advanced digital takeoff and PDF solution. This all-in-one software allows for easy plan tracing and data exporting into organized reports. It provides powerful PDF file manipulation, similar to Adobe Acrobat.

    72 Precision Plan Pro alternatives

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    • Windows
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  5. TYCAD icon
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    Application for Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) in two dimensions (2D). With TYCAD you can create technical drawings such as plans for buildings, interiors, mechanical parts or schematics and diagrams.

    33 TYCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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  6. Your railing system translated into a customized design solution - Design in 2D, view in 3D from every angle, instantly populate a parts list, and get a quote with the click of a button.

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    • Paid
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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  7. For more than 30 years, we have been producing solutions for the needs of professionals from different professional disciplines. With the agile software development philosophy, we aim to develop continuously in line with user needs and expectations.

    112 NetCAD GIS alternatives

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  8. 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.

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    • Windows
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  9. BeckerCAD icon
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    BeckerCAD12 3D Pro includes comprehensive system libraries related to the following areas:

    108 BeckerCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Windows
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  10. DDL (Digital Dry Layout) is the all-in-one platform built specifically for the natural stone industry. It covers the entire business cycle — from project planning and digital vein matching to warehouse management, sales, CRM, and online distribution.

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    • Paid
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    • Online
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  11. Customized to the specific building rules of dock building companies, Dock Designer enables visual design in 2D where you can see your dock design in 3D and have instant access to accurate estimates, parts lists, blueprints, and much more.

    99 Dock Designer alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  12. Simulia icon
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    SIMULIA enables collaboration on performing virtual tests and meeting performance requirements. Its portfolio, which leverages proven Abaqus technology provides powerful tools that enable fast, accurate performance studies on parts, assemblies, components and products designed...

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    • Paid
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    • Windows
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