About SelfCAD
SelfCAD is a 3D modeling software that provides tools for sketching, sculpting, rendering, and 3D printing. It is available as a web-based version and a desktop PC version, with a hybrid option that syncs online and offline projects.
The software is designed for freelance designers and businesses in animation, game production, design, and manufacturing. It includes interactive tutorials and a curriculum for STEM students.
Key features
- 3D modeling, sculpting, sketching, rendering, and animation tools
- Web-based and desktop PC versions available
- Hybrid option to sync online and offline projects
- Interactive tutorials built into the app
- Integrates with industry-standard 3D formats
Good fit for
- 3D design and modeling for freelance designers
- 3D modeling for animation, game production, design, and manufacturing businesses
SelfCAD: questions and answers
- What is SelfCAD used for?
- SelfCAD is a 3D modeling software that allows users to design, model, sculpt, sketch, render, and animate 3D objects. It is a good fit for 3D design and modeling for freelance designers; and 3D modeling for animation, game production, design, and manufacturing businesses.
- Is SelfCAD open source?
- No. SelfCAD is proprietary (closed-source) software. In the Design category, open-source options include TiXL, Synfig Studio and Animockup.
- What are some alternatives to SelfCAD?
- SelfCAD competes with Vectary.
Open-source alternatives to SelfCAD
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TiXL
Design
TiXL is an open source software to create realtime motion graphics.
MITvs Adobe After Effectsβ 5.1k
Synfig Studio
Design
This is the Official source code repository of Synfig Studio animation software
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Design
Create animated mockups in the browser π₯
MITβ 1.9k
CSS Wand
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π¨β¨ Hover your wand and use your magic spell to copy beautiful css
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Penpot
Design
Penpot: The open-source design platform for Product teams that need scalable collaboration
MPL-2.0vs Figmaβ 61k
Graphite
Design
Community-built comprehensive 2D content creation appplication for graphic design, digital
Apache-2.0vs Affinityβ 28k
SaaS alternatives to SelfCAD
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Vectary
3D & CAD
Browser-based 3D design and AR tool for product visuals
SaaS
Cinema 4D
3D & CAD
3D modelling, animation and rendering software from Maxon
SaaS
Refram
3D & CAD
Create and showcase small 3D scenes for visual purposes
SaaS
DataCAD
Design
Architectural design software for AEC professionals
SaaS
LightWave 3D
Design
Professional 3D modelling, animation, visual effects and rendering software for Windows and Mac
SaaS
Adobe Fresco
Design
Drawing and painting app from Adobe with raster and vector brushes for tablets
SaaS

