AutoCAD AlternativesOnly apps from the EU

The best alternative to Autodesk AutoCAD is LibreCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD and many of them are so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Autodesk AutoCAD are DraftSight, FreeCAD, BricsCAD and OpenSCAD.

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  1. LibreCAD icon
     180 likes

    LibreCAD 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.

    119 LibreCAD alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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  2. DraftSight icon
     85 likes

    Professional 2D CAD solution for editing and viewing DWG files, offering 3D modeling, advanced annotation, layer management, cross-platform support, customizable tools, collaborative features, automation, and a cost-effective alternative for architectural and engineering design.

    94 DraftSight alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  3. FreeCAD icon
     524 likes

    A powerful open-source parametric 3D modeler ideal for mechanical engineering, supporting Python scripting, running on Windows, Linux, and Mac, with modular architecture allowing extensive adaptability and use with scientific computing libraries.

    129 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
    • Docker
    • Steam
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  4. BricsCAD icon
     49 likes

    BricsCAD the first all-in-one CAD design solution in .dwg that answers all your needs; 2D drafting, 3D modeling, mechanical design, and BIM. BricsCAD is a cost-effective, innovative, and familiar CAD solution.

    87 BricsCAD alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  5. OpenSCAD icon
     85 likes

    OpenSCAD is a software for creating solid 3D CAD objects. It is free software and available for Linux/UNIX, MS Windows and MacOS.

    59 OpenSCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
    • BSD
    • Docker
    • Homebrew
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  6. SOLIDWORKS icon
     89 likes

    Leading 3D CAD software for design, analysis, and product data management, developed by Dassault Systèmes. Enhances productivity, fosters collaboration, and accelerates time to market. Features include parametric modeling, photorealistic rendering, and strong PLM process support.

    108 SOLIDWORKS alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  7. Shapr3D icon
     32 likes

    From design to manufacturing. Teams collaborate with more impact. Instinctive design meets multidevice capability and full interoperability for the ultimate 3D design workflow.

    54 Shapr3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
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  8. Siemens NX icon
     3 likes

    Siemens NX software is an integrated product design, engineering and manufacturing solution that helps you deliver better products faster and more efficiently.

    25 Siemens NX alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  9. Solid Edge icon
     13 likes

    Solid Edge is an industry-leading mechanical design system with exceptional tools for creating and managing 3D digital prototypes. With superior core modeling and process workflows, a unique focus on the needs of specific industries, and fully integrated design management, Solid...

    45 Solid Edge alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Windows
    • iPad
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  10. ArchiCAD icon
     31 likes

    ArchiCAD 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.

    83 ArchiCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. QCAD icon
     27 likes

    QCAD is an application for computer aided drafting in 2D. With QCAD you can create technical drawings such as plans for buildings, interiors, mechanical parts or schemas and diagrams.

    81 QCAD alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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  12. CAD Sketcher icon
     10 likes

    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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