DIY CAD Software for Makers

DIY CAD Software: The Ultimate Tool for Makers

DIY projects require both creativity and precision, and that's exactly what CAD software for home use delivers. It's a practical tool that enhances the way you design and execute your DIY projects. Whether you’re a weekend warrior in home renovations and repairs, a skilled woodworker, or an expert in machinery, DIY CAD software helps you take your projects to their full potential.

CAD Software: Enhancing DIY Projects

CAD Software Benefits: Boosting Your DIY Projects

CAD software for personal use helps DIY hobbyists enhance project quality, efficiency, and scope. Here’s how:

  • Increase Precision: CAD software for personal use allows DIY enthusiasts to design with exact measurements.
  • Visualize Ideas: See how your ideas look in real life. View your design with different materials and adjust sizes.
  • Easily Make Changes: Skip the pencil and eraser. Making changes to a design is quick and easy with DIY CAD software.
  • Share With Others: Cloud-based CAD software means it’s easy to access and share designs from anywhere.
  • Expand Fabrication: Create compatible files for 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines.

Pick the Makers package that's right for you:

SOLIDWORKS Cloud Apps for Makers

Next-generation of browser-based 3D CAD Apps

 

Features include:

  • Cloud 3D CAD: Browser-based
  • Cloud Storage
  • Simulation: Motion Studies
  • Access to Learning Content and Maker Communities

 

Devices Supported:

  • Chromebooks, MACs, Tablets, Windows PC
  • No installation required

3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers

Proven and powerful SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD

 

Features include:

  • 3D CAD: Locally Installed
  • Local & Cloud Storage
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • 2.5 & 3-Axis CAM
  • Access to Learning Content and Maker Communities

Devices Supported:

  • Windows PC 
  • Installation required

Need a detailed comparison between these packages?

 

  SOLIDWORKS Cloud Apps for Makers 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers
Parts & Assemblies
 
 
Drawings
 
 
Freeform Designs
 
 
Sheetmetal
 
 
Structural & Framing
 
 
Mold Design
 
 
Motion Studies
 
 
CAM (NC Programming)
 
 
Rendering
 
 
No Installation Required
 
PC Installation
Learning Content
 
 
Online Communities
 
 

 

 

Best Features of DIY 3D CAD Software

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SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD

Desktop-based SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD solution connected to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Internet is required to use.

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Rendering and Markup

Elevate your designs with high quality visuals and precise markups.

Parametric Modeling

Parametric Modeling

Define geometry to generate 3D models in CAD.

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Sub-D Modeling

Create smooth, organic shapes with adjustable, fine-tuned control.

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NC Programming

Digital validation and fabrication with 2.5-axis and 3-axis milling and wire EDM support .

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Cloud Storage

Ditch the desktop computer and access your designs from anywhere and on any device with cloud-based DIY CAD software.

 

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