Autodesk Inventor Alternatives for Linux

Autodesk Inventor is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Autodesk Inventor and 15 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Autodesk Inventor are Dune 3D, BRL-CAD, BricsCAD and Plasticity.

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Autodesk Inventor alternatives are mainly 3D Modelers, but if you're looking for CAD Software or 3D Printing Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Free, Open Source + 3D Modelling, Mac, Open Source and iPad. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Autodesk Inventor.
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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

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    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.

    113 FreeCAD alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about FreeCAD as an Alternative to Autodesk Inventor
    Guest
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    6

    Wasn't able to do anything with it

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Would not open of arch linux

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -8

    Lots of good feature and great compatibility

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think FreeCAD is a great Autodesk Inventor alternative, some don't.

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceAutodesk Inventor is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Dune 3D icon

    Dune 3D

     16 likes

    Dune 3D operates as a parametric 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. It provides users with the capability to sketch and constrain both in 2D and 3D dimensions. Furthermore, it allows for the addition of chamfers and fillets to designs.

    58 Dune 3D alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
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  4. BRL-CAD icon

    BRL-CAD

     57 likes

    BRL-CAD is a powerful cross-platform open source solid modeling system that includes interactive geometry editing, high-performance ray-tracing for rendering and geometric analysis, image and signal-processing tools, a system performance analysis benchmark suite, libraries for...

    74 BRL-CAD alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
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    Guest
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    Old software, each part of the model has to be entered in plain text. Can still make some nice stuff if you spend time learning how to use it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • BRL-CAD is Free and Open SourceAutodesk Inventor is Paid and Proprietary
  5. BricsCAD icon

    BricsCAD

     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.

    80 BricsCAD alternatives

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  6. Plasticity icon

    Plasticity

     7 likes

    Plasticity is a 3d modelling software for concept artists. Modelling in Plasticity is quick and efficient due to the unique gizmos, shortcuts, and thoughtful workflow.

    21 Plasticity alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
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  7. CAD Sketcher icon

    CAD Sketcher

     8 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.

    54 CAD Sketcher alternatives

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    • Blender
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    • Windows
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    • BSD
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  9. SOLIDWORKS-for-Linux

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    SolidWorks is a CAD software that can be used to create parametric models, assemblies, and drawings. It's typical to work with relationships (the alignment of elements with one another) and dimensions (alignment through values).

    13 SOLIDWORKS-for-Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Linux
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  10. GstarCAD icon

    GstarCAD

     13 likes

    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.

    84 GstarCAD alternatives

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  11. ar-cad freeCAD

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    freeCAD is a basic 3D CAD with advanced Motion Simulation capabilities. It is suitable for anyone interested in learning 3D CAD and Motion Simulation for free before using more sophisticated packages. Its motion simulation capabilities are comparable to the best and can provide...

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    • Proprietary

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  12. MakerSCAD icon

    MakerSCAD

     6 likes

    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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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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    BricsCAD Shape

     5 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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  14. Assetforge icon

    Assetforge

     7 likes

    Asset Forge allows anyone to create 3D models and 2D sprites using building blocks. Finished assets are compatible with most available game engines.

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    • Paid
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    Comments about Assetforge as an Alternative to Autodesk Inventor
    Aleksandr Dikov
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    Assetforge isn't even 3D modeling software at all. It just allows generate objects from predesigned parts.

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    • Assetforge is Paid and ProprietaryAutodesk Inventor is also Paid and Proprietary
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