nanoCAD AlternativesCAD Software & 3D Modelers like nanoCAD

nanoCAD is described as 'Pro-grade 2D CAD system with native DWG support and full customizability. It is totally free, for business, professional, or personal purposes. It is fast, lightweight, capable, and , unlike most free CAD programs, completely uncrippled. nanoCAD includes:' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 50 alternatives to nanoCAD for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and iPad apps. The best nanoCAD alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like nanoCAD are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS and Dune 3D.

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  1. FreeCAD icon
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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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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
     
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    • Almost everyone thinks FreeCAD is a great nanoCAD alternative.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to nanoCAD.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to nanoCAD.

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourcenanoCAD is Paid and Proprietary
  2. LibreCAD icon
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    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.

    109 LibreCAD alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
     
  3. 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.

    130 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to nanoCAD.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular commercial alternative to nanoCAD.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietarynanoCAD is also Paid and Proprietary
  4. SOLIDWORKS icon
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    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.

    102 SOLIDWORKS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  5. Dune 3D icon
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    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
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
  6. BricsCAD icon
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    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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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  7. DraftSight icon
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    DraftSight is a professional-grade, open 2D CAD product for users who want a better way to read, write and share DWG files. DraftSight is easy to use and is available for professional CAD users, students and educators to download and activate for free.*

    88 DraftSight alternatives

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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  8. Catia icon
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    CATIA (Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application) (in English usually pronounced /k?'ti?/) is a multi-platform CAD/CAM/CAE commercial software suite developed by the French company Dassault Systèmes.

    57 Catia alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  9. PTC Creo icon
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    With Creo Parametric, and its extensions, you can create, analyze, view, and share designs downstream using 2D CAD, 3D CAD, and parametric and direct modeling capabilities.

    82 PTC Creo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  10. GstarCAD icon
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    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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    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
     
  11. CMS IntelliCAD icon
     58 likes

    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.

    65 CMS IntelliCAD alternatives

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    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
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