Top 15 Autodesk AutoCAD Alternative and Similar Softwares | Dec 2024

AutoCAD is a software application for both 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting — available since 1982 as a desktop application and since 2010 as a mobile web- and cloud-based app, currently marketed as Autocad 360.

AutoCAD is used across a range of industries, including architects, project managers and engineers, among other professions. AutoCAD's DWG file format has been widely adopted.

1. CMS IntelliCAD

CMS IntelliCAD CMS IntelliCAD® is a full-featured Compatible CAD Software. CMS IntelliCAD also offers a full suite of 2D and 3D AutoCAD® software compatible drawing tools! It is the smartest choice for anyone who creates or communicates using CAD drawings.......

2. DraftSight

DraftSight 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.*Based on advanced architecture, DraftSight has a small......

3. TurboCAD

TurboCAD TurboCAD is a CAD software suite, with several different feature levels. It is a competitor to the likes of Autodesk's AutoCAD program, and is used by engineers, architects and hobbyists.......

4. CADopia Standard

CADopia Standard CADopia 12 Standard Edition, is an ideal tool for engineers, architects, and others who need comprehensive drafting features, but do not need advanced features; such as photo realistic rendering, solid modelling, and programming features. The major features supported in CADopia 12 Standard Edition are: Powerful CAD functionality:AutoCAD 2.5-2010 DWG Support.......

5. ArchiCAD

ArchiCAD ArchiCAD offers computer aided solutions for handling all common aspects of aesthetics and engineering during the whole design process of the built environment — buildings, interiors, urban areas, etc.......

6. pCon.planner

pCon.planner The professional furnishing 2D-/3D-tool for everybody: The pCon.planner is a cost-free application allowing you to comfortably and professionally create complex furnishing concepts and to visualize them in a photo-realistic quality. File Formats: dwg, dxf, 3ds, skp, ...Languages: English, German, Dutch, French, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish;......

7. SagCAD

SagCAD Easy to use 2D Computer Aided Drafting and Modelling application. Features: import/export of .dxf files, Ellipse, Polyline, SPLINE, BSPLINE, possibility to glue external programs via shell commands, CAM Module (Generation of ISO NC-Data), Import of NC files, Export of PostScript etc.......

8. CADopia

CADopia Download a fully functional CADopia 11 (eval version) for FREE. Engineers, architects, designers and drafters can use this product to create professional CAD drawings. CADopia 11 is available in 12 languages. CADopia is a complete CAD software with features such as 3D solid modeling, high end realistic rendering support......

9. QCAD Community Edition

QCAD Community Edition QCad Community Edition is an open source edition of RibbonSoft's CAD system. QCad is a 2D CAD application that aims at being simple enough for anyone to use - even users with no previous CAD experience. Compared to the Professional edition the Community Edition has no scripting or poly-line support......

10. QCAD

QCAD QCAD is an application for computer aided drafting in 2D. With QCAD you can create technical drawings such as plans for buildings, interiors, mechanical parts or schemas and diagrams. QCad uses the AutoCAD DXF file format internally and to save and import files.......

11. LiteCAD

LiteCAD Create, edit, view, and print 2D CAD drawings using the file formats: dxf, dwg, shp ;Download-Size only 3.10 MB; language: only english;LiteCAD program lets even the most novice computer user design like a pro. Use the interactive tutorials and start creating. Create impressive 2d sketches and precision technical drawings in......

12. Bricscad

Bricscad A powerful CAD platform, with features familiar to you from native .dwg applications. BricsCAD® unifies advanced 2D design with the intelligence of 3D direct modeling. For Windows, Linux, and Mac.It supports hundreds of third party applications based on .dwg, from all over the world and all this at a very......

13. KOMPAS-3D

KOMPAS-3D KOMPAS-3D is for creating three-dimensional associative models for individual parts and assembly's containing both original and standardized elements. The parametric technology allows quickly obtaining models for typical products basing on a once designed prototype. Numerous service functions facilitate solving auxiliary designing and production maintenance problems.......

14. Pocket Plans

Pocket Plans Finally - CAD has arrived to Windows Phone 7Features - View your DWFx files- Sync with SkyDrive and Google Drive- Save files on the phone for offline viewing- Download from any url- Markup to follow soon!......

15. Xenon™

Xenon™ Formerly Vellum Solids, Xenon™ is an associative 3D modeling software for product design and development that's easy to use. It offers history-based wireframe, solid and surface modeling with precision drawings, renderings and animation.Xenon 3D modeling software offers supreme design flexibility, speed, and ease of use in our unique Organic Workflow™......