CAD: best apps and software

Tinkercad

Tinkercad is a web-based tool for 3D design and printing, suitable for users of all ages and skill levels, allowing them to create and edit 3D models easily.

AutoCAD Web

AutoCAD Web is a browser-based CAD application that allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on 2D and 3D designs, supporting various file formats.

SketchUp

SketchUp is a 3D modeling application used for design in architecture, engineering, and other fields, offering tools for modeling, rendering, and collaboration.

Onshape

Onshape is a cloud-based CAD and PDM platform that enables collaborative product design and management with integrated tools for parts, assemblies, and drawings.

ImperialCAD

ImperialCAD is an app that simulates real-life law enforcement roles in FiveM roleplay, focusing on accuracy and operational efficiency.

SOLIDWORKS

SOLIDWORKS is a 3D CAD software that enables users to create, simulate, and manage product designs efficiently across various industries.

CAD, DXF, DWG Viewer

A web-based tool to view, edit, and manage CAD files (DWG, DXF, DWF, etc.) from Google Drive and local storage without registration.

DWG

The DWG app allows users to view, annotate, and share CAD 2D and 3D files online and offline, supporting various devices for architecture and engineering professionals.

Leo AI

Leo AI is an engineering design tool that converts ideas into optimized 3D CAD models, enhancing productivity and efficiency for engineers.

Floor Plan Creator

The Floor Plan Creator app allows users to create, visualize, and share detailed floor plans for homes and commercial spaces in 2D and 3D formats.

Cedreo

Cedreo is a 3D home design software for creating 2D and 3D floor plans and renderings, ideal for architects and designers.

MakerCase

MakerCase is a web app for designing custom boxes and cases for laser cutting and CNC routing, generating 3D models and blueprints from user specifications.

EasyEDA

EasyEDA is a free web-based platform for designing, simulating, and editing circuit and PCB layouts, accessible for collaboration and project management.

SelfCAD

SelfCAD is an online 3D modeling and printing software that offers tools for design, sculpting, and slicing, suitable for all users from beginners to professionals.

3D Warehouse

3D Warehouse is a platform that offers searchable pre-made 3D models for use in SketchUp, facilitating design projects across various industries.

Vectorworks Cloud

Vectorworks Cloud allows users to access, share, and collaborate on design projects with tools for sketching, modeling, and documentation in a cloud environment.

Adam

Adam is an AI tool that converts text descriptions into parametric 3D models quickly, helping engineering teams accelerate their hardware design process.

Rayon.design

Rayon.design is a web-based software for creating and collaborating on architectural floor plans, supporting various file formats and featuring user-friendly design tools.

GrabCAD

GrabCAD is a community platform for engineers and designers, providing a library of CAD models and tools to improve 3D printing and manufacturing workflows.

Bimstore

Bimstore is a platform for managing and sharing BIM content, allowing users to download high-quality objects for free and facilitating collaboration in construction projects.

Snaptrude

Snaptrude is a web-based 3D modeling software for architects and designers that facilitates real-time collaboration and integrates sketching with BIM capabilities.

EasyEDA Pro

EasyEDA Pro is an online PCB design tool that enables users to create, simulate, and share electronic circuits and PCBs, catering to both beginners and experienced engineers.

iCraft Editor

iCraft Editor is a free tool for creating and visualizing 3D architecture and network diagrams, with features for easy design and real-time data integration.

Capital X Panel Designer

Capital X Panel Designer is a cloud-based Electrical CAD app for efficient panel design, offering collaboration tools and automation features without installation or training.

LightningCAD

LightningCAD is a web-based CAD tool for 2D/3D design, offering customizable features for accurate modeling and collaboration across various industries.

Altium 365

Altium 365 is a cloud-based platform for electronics design that integrates PCB design, MCAD, and data management for collaborative development.

TraceParts

TraceParts provides free access to millions of supplier CAD models, 2D drawings and datasheets; search, configure, view and download parts in many CAD formats for engineering design.

BeeGraphy

BeeGraphy is a cloud-based platform for creating and sharing parametric 2D and 3D models, enabling collaboration among designers, engineers, and manufacturers.

h2x

h2x is a design tool for mechanical, plumbing, and fire professionals, integrating layouts with real-time calculations and offering tools for project planning and execution.

Nest&Cut

Nest&Cut is a web-based app for optimizing nesting and cutting processes, producing DXF or NC code to enhance material efficiency and streamline production.

Aurorin CAD

Aurorin CAD is a CAD application for precise 2D/3D modeling and drafting technical drawings and blueprints, supporting DWG/DXF, layers, dimensioning, coordinate systems, and export for construction documents.

CadActive

CadActive simplifies enterprise engineering design by providing a platform for efficient CAD management and data-rich 3D modeling, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

Floor Plan AI

Create AI-generated floor plan layouts, edit them in an integrated editor, and export designs as DXF files for use in projects.

ESPRIT CAM

ESPRIT CAM is a computer-aided manufacturing app for programming CNC machines, optimizing machining processes for complex parts across various operations.

TechCAD

TechCAD is a web-based 2D CAD software for creating technical drawings, with automatic updates and backup, supporting various industries and file formats.

Dentbird

Dentbird is an AI-based app for designing dental crowns, streamlining the design process and improving data management for dental professionals and labs.

TechDraw AI

Converts photos, sketches, or prompts into dimensioned technical drawings with orthographic views, title blocks, GD&T, BOM, and CAD-ready exports.

Upverter

Upverter is a collaborative electronics design platform that enables users to create, manage, and share electronic designs efficiently across teams.

Cadblocksfree.com

Cadblocksfree.com is an online platform offering thousands of free CAD blocks and models for architects and designers, facilitating easy access to various design resources.

Artifact

Artifact is a 2D CAD tool for electrical systems that uses AI to automate tasks such as datasheet ingestion, system design, and manufacturing documentation.

Zoo

Zoo is a CAD design app that uses machine learning to create 3D models from text prompts, supporting formats like STEP and STL, and offers scripting and API integration.

BIMobject

BIMobject is a platform for accessing and managing BIM objects, enhancing collaboration and efficiency in building design and construction projects.

SourceCAD

SourceCAD offers project-based video courses for learning CAD software and engineering tools, with instructor Q&A support and live sessions.

Toolpath

Toolpath is a CNC machining app that optimizes toolpaths for producing parts efficiently, integrating with CAM systems and supporting material setup and simulation.

Personal Architect Online

Personal Architect Online is a cloud-based 3D home design tool that allows users to create, edit, and share architectural plans in 2D and 3D formats.

Arcol

Arcol is a browser-based app for 3D architectural modeling that enhances collaboration and integrates with cloud platforms for real-time project access.

MagiCAD Cloud

MagiCAD Cloud is a BIM platform for MEP design, offering 1,000,000 verified BIM objects and tools for collaboration, workflow efficiency, and real-time clash detection.

Structure Studios

Structure Studios offers professional design software for pool, landscape, hardscape, and garden designers, including the Vip3D application.

BIM&CO BIM Objects

BIM&CO BIM Objects is a platform for creating, sharing, and downloading free BIM objects in various formats for construction projects.

Spoke3D

Spoke3D creates editable, parametric 3D CAD models from text, blueprints, or sketches, with adjustable parameters and exports to STL, DXF, and SCAD.

BIMsmith

BIMsmith is a free cloud platform for researching and configuring building product data for BIM workflows, supporting tools like Revit and offering extensive product libraries.

Wikifactory

Wikifactory is a cloud-based platform that enables collaborative design, sharing, and iteration of CAD models while integrating online manufacturing solutions.

BlueprintAI

BlueprintAI converts a raw idea into a product blueprint by generating user personas, goals, competitor analysis, visual user flows, and a context-rich prompt for AI coding assistants.

CADbro Cloud

CADbro Cloud is a cloud-based CAD tool for viewing, editing, and collaborating on 2D and 3D designs, accessible from any location.

pCon.catalog

pCon.catalog offers 2D and 3D models from manufacturers for architects and interior designers to use in planning and visualizing their designs.

Cadasio

Cadasio allows users to create interactive 3D assembly and service instructions from CAD data, enhancing product understanding and reducing printing costs.

Architect

Architect is an advanced trading app for futures, options, and digital assets, providing order management, analytics, and post-trade solutions on desktop and mobile.

CAD Rooms

Cloud PDM/PLM for engineering teams: manages CAD version control, BOMs, ECO workflows, and secure supplier collaboration to coordinate design and manufacturing data.

Blueprints AI

AI drafting platform that converts project descriptions, plans, and design files into code-aware construction drawings and permit documents for CAD and BIM workflows.

Ergono3D

Web app for parametric insole design: input basic foot data, preview a 3D insole model, and download an STL file when needed.