FreeCAD Alternatives

FreeCAD is described as 'A versatile open-source 3D CAD modeler with modular architecture, suitable for engineering applications across multiple platforms, supporting Python scripting' and is a leading CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to FreeCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and SaaS apps. The best FreeCAD alternative is OpenSCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like FreeCAD are SketchUp, LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS.

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  1. 3D Orchard icon

    3D Orchard

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    3D Orchard is a free online platform for crowdsourced design. It includes free, built-in CAD tools and everything needed to turn an idea into a physical product. Because the computer-aided design (CAD) tools are built-in and free, people can edit and evolve each others 3D models.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Browsing through public, editable designs on 3D Orchard.
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  2. LiCAD icon

    LiCAD

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    With support for Lider CAD & GIS, CAD (Computer Aided Design) functions, mapping, cadastre, urban planning, construction, etc. to create projects, geographical analysis, query etc. by combining GIS (Geographic Information System) functions and CAD objects.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • TR flagTürkiye
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  4. eMachineShop CAD icon

    eMachineShop CAD

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    Unique free 2.5 CAD software where you can: design your part quickly and easily, get instant pricing, and order online. Import DXF/IGES/STEP, Export:DXF/IGES/STEP/STL.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • US flagUnited States
    eMachineShop CAD screenshot 1
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    Autodesk Fusion icon
    Autodesk Fusion

    Integrated CAD, CAM, and CAE suite offering cloud modeling, simulation, and manufacturing tools with collaborative editing, free-form and parametric design, licensing for students, hobbyists, and startups, plus support for 3D pri...

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    CADPlatform

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    CADPlatform Parametric Modeling Platform. It's base on Open Cascade Technology.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. BeckerCAD icon

    BeckerCAD

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    BeckerCAD12 3D Pro includes comprehensive system libraries related to the following areas:

    108 BeckerCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    BeckerCAD screenshot 1
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  9. DDL - Digital Dry Layout icon

    DDL - Digital Dry Layout

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    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.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
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  10. AutoQ3D CAD icon

    AutoQ3D CAD

     2 likes

    AutoQ3D CAD is a full 2D and 3D CAD application that allows you to create, edit and share your drawings and designs. It is intended for everybody as professionals, sketchers, architects, engineers, designers, students and more.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    AutoQ3D CAD screenshot 1
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  11. C

    CScheme

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    CScheme is the integration of geometric kernels in a functional language.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    CScheme screenshot 1
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  12. Linkage Mechanism Designer and Simulator icon

    Linkage Mechanism Designer and Simulator

     6 likes

    Linkage is computer aided design software used for quick prototyping of linkage mechanisms. The number of operations needed to add a link and get it connected to other links in the mechanism has been minimized to the lowest number possible, making this program ideal for...

    8 Linkage Mechanism Designer and Simulator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Linkage Mechanism Designer and Simulator screenshot 1
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  13. Estlcam icon

    Estlcam

     1 like

    CAM Software for diy cnc mill with Arduino.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Estlcam screenshot 1
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  14. DWGSee CAD 2024 icon

    DWGSee CAD 2024

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    DWGSee CAD is inspired from DWGSee DWG Viewer, classic interfaces with command line. Rich editing and annotation menu buttons.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • CN flagChina
    DWGSee CAD 2024 screenshot 1
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  15. MacDraft icon

    MacDraft

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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

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
    MacDraft screenshot 1
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