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The best CAD alternative to Hew is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked nine alternatives to Hew and seven of them are CAD Software so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting CAD Software alternatives to Hew are Sweet Home 3D, SketchUp, Autodesk Tinkercad and Shapr3D.

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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

     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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    • Snapcraft
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    • Docker
    • Steam
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    Part Design WB
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  2. Sweet Home 3D icon

    Sweet Home 3D

     339 likes

    Open-source, Java-based software that allows users to create detailed floor plans, arrange furniture, and explore the final layout in 3D, assisting in interior design projects with ease and flexibility.

    71 Sweet Home 3D alternatives

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    • Java
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    Sweet Home 3D screenshot 1
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  4. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

     556 likes

    Comprehensive 3D modeling software ideal for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. It includes features like easy-to-use interface, sun and shadow analysis, color experimenting, and mock-up creation. Available in freeware and professional versions for diverse needs.

    183 SketchUp alternatives

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    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Main UI
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  5. Autodesk Tinkercad icon

    Autodesk Tinkercad

     28 likes

    Tinkercad is a super easy-to-use, browser based 3D design tool. With Tinkercad you can create 3D printable items: toys to play with, decoration to light up your home or jewelry to express yourself. You dream it, you can make it!

    77 Autodesk Tinkercad alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Autodesk Tinkercad screenshot 1
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  6. Shapr3D icon

    Shapr3D

     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

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.
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  8. 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.

    87 BricsCAD alternatives

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    BricsCAD Dark and light mode
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  9. OwlCAD icon

    OwlCAD

     4 likes

    Free browser-based parametric CAD for 3D printing. Model, repair and export print-ready STL, 3MF, OBJ, GLB, STEP and DXF. No install, no account.

    24 OwlCAD alternatives

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    • Online
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    A planetary gearbox produced by the planetary generator rather than modelled by hand. Tooth counts and clearances come from standards tables, and every part stays editable afterwards.
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