Solid Edge AlternativesCAD Software and other similar apps like Solid Edge

Solid Edge is described as 'Industry-leading mechanical design system with exceptional tools for creating and managing 3D digital prototypes. With superior core modeling and process workflows, a unique focus on the needs of specific industries, and fully integrated design management, Solid' and is a CAD software in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Solid Edge for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, Linux and SaaS apps. The best Solid Edge alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Solid Edge are LibreCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS and Dune 3D.

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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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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    • Most users think FreeCAD is a great Solid Edge alternative.

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

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

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceSolid Edge is Paid and Proprietary
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    LibreCAD

     170 likes

    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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
    On Mac
     
  4. Autodesk AutoCAD icon

    Autodesk AutoCAD

     215 likes

    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
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    Comments about Autodesk AutoCAD as an Alternative to Solid Edge
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    Just saying that they are both CAD software doesn't mean a lot. AutoCAD and Solid Edge are completely different (parametric CAD vs traditional CAD) and a more appropriate alternative would be something like (Autodesk) Inventor.

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    • This alternative is disputed. Autodesk AutoCAD is a legitimate Solid Edge alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Solid Edge.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular commercial alternative to Solid Edge.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietarySolid Edge is also Paid and Proprietary
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    SOLIDWORKS

     88 likes

    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

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Dune 3D

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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
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    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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    • BSD
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    CADAM

     3 likes

    The open source text to CAD web app.

    51 CADAM alternatives

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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    • CADAM is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Solid Edge.

    • CADAM is Free and Open SourceSolid Edge is Paid and Proprietary
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    Shapr3D

     30 likes

    From design to manufacturing. Teams collaborate with more impact. Instinctive design meets multidevice capability and full interoperability for the ultimate 3D design workflow.

    44 Shapr3D alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
    Sketch to model. Mastered in hours.
     
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    AdamCAD

     2 likes

    AdamCAD is an AI Powered CAD platform that generates 3D designs in seconds.

    52 AdamCAD alternatives

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • AdamCAD is the most popular SaaS alternative to Solid Edge.

    • AdamCAD is Paid and ProprietarySolid Edge is also Paid and Proprietary
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    PTC Creo

     16 likes

    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
    Machinery design capabilities within ProEngineer
     
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