CADian Alternatives

CADian is described as '2D/3D CAD provides a high degree of compatibility with the AutoCAD command set, as well as AutoLISP and ADS. That means you can get to work immediately using the AutoCAD files, commands and applications you rely on' and is an app. There are more than 25 alternatives to CADian for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, SaaS and Linux apps. The best CADian alternative is Autodesk AutoCAD. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try MakerSCAD or progeCAD Smart. Other great apps like CADian are DraftSight, CMS IntelliCAD, ZWCAD and 4MCAD.

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  1. Autodesk AutoCAD icon
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    Leading CAD software known for its robust 2D and 3D modeling capabilities, facilitating intricate designs in architecture, engineering, and construction across Mac, PC, and web. Features include a dynamic API for customization, cloud access, and subscription-based service for continual updates and collaborations.

    141 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  2. DraftSight icon
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    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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  3. CMS IntelliCAD icon
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    Feature-rich 2D and 3D CAD application supporting native DWG files, offering multiple-document interface, advanced drafting tools, full AutoLISP and ADS compatibility, IntelliCAD Explorer for managing layers and settings, seamless Windows integration, and support for legacy drawing formats.

    66 CMS IntelliCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  4. MakerSCAD icon
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    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.

    111 MakerSCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  5. ZWCAD icon
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    Developed by ZWSOFT, which has helped 900,000 users from 90 countries create amazing things, ZWCAD is a powerful, reliable and DWG-compatible CAD solution for worldwide users. Available in 15 languages, it provides innovative, collaborative and customizable features to designers...

    61 ZWCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. 4MCAD icon
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    4MCAD is a releable and low cost AutoCAD alternative. 4MCAD provides full DWG file compatibility, similar User Interface, as well as full support for AutoCAD commands, menus, scripts, styles, patterns.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. AllyCAD icon
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    Industrial strength, user-friendly 2D/3D CAD package. Specialised Toolkits to enhance your productivity. Control Centre allows easy access to symbols, hatching, text, dimension and line styles. Enhanced bitmap capability can load 300 large images. Full compatibility with the late.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. DWG/DGN Drafting Software compatible to AutoCAD®. It offers a full suite of AutoCAD® software compatible drawing tools.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  9. All the productive tools and smart features for 2D drafting and design that you expect at a reasonable price. With DWG 2010 as its primary drawing file format and DXF support.

    55 ARES Commander alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. CAD 6 icon
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    Malz++Kassner CAD6 is a professional, universal 2D/3D CAD software for Windows that is used in all kinds of applications. It runs on Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (32 and 64 bit) as well as Windows Server 2016 / 2012 / 2008 R2 (32 and 64...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. AcceliCAD icon
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    AcceliCAD is the intelligent choice for architects, engineers, designers - virtually any professional who creates or uses CAD drawings.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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