It means that everyone can use TinkerCAD regardless of their skill level. Apart from being user-friendly, this tool doesn't require installations and complex adjustments. Whether you are a teacher, student, aspiring or professional designer, this online application will certainly be useful for you. TinkerCAD offers an array of features for 3D design, electronics, coding, and can be used either for professional or educational purposes. Also, it is a web-based application that you can run right in your browser. TinkerCAD is a completely free CAD software developed by Autodesk.

Supports limited file formats for importing.

Pan and zoom features may seem complicated.

Doesn’t work without an Internet connection.

Besides, this free AutoCAD alternative allows you to import existing designs and make modifications. It is also very popular among medical and architectural companies. TinkerCAD supports CAD technologies and is mainly used for developing advertising and manufacturing projects. If you want to receive annual upgrades, you will need to pay an extra $120.

There is also an on-premise version that requires a one-time license for a fee of $695. A subscription license (costing $119) allows you to use the program for one year, but it is designed for one user. It is possible to use a cloud-based version of SketchUp for free. Also, there is an ability to export images, PDFs, and even HD animations. It can work with a variety of file formats, such as FBX, DXF, XSI, VRML DWG, and OBJ. Crashes occur when rendering many patch and vertex surfacesĪside from features useful for designers, this software provides several document management capabilities.

May seem somewhat confusing to work with high poly counts.Designed only for modeling and texturing.

Autocad for hobbyists