Versatile & Affordable 2D & 3D CAD
The Number 1 Professional CAD Alternative
BricsCAD is the choice for users who need amazing speed and functionality, a range of licensing options and great support in their CAD software.
The Number 1 Professional Alternative to AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT*
If you are looking for an alternative to AutoCAD LT* or full AutoCAD*, the most popular, professional choice is BricsCAD. With over 20 years in the market, BricsCAD is a DWG-first CAD application built with a very high level of compatibility and familiarity with AutoCAD* – to make the transition as smooth and straight-forward as possible.
Whether you’re a command line user or prefer to work from the ribbon/UI, you will find BricsCAD easy to use, efficient – and fast.
Better Features
In addition to the toolsets and features you are used to and expect, BricsCAD provides additional functionality.
If you’re focused on 2D drafting, then BricsCAD Lite is a cost-effective option and for users working in both 2D and 3D, there is BricsCAD Pro. For users in the construction industry, BricsCAD BIM supports IFC files and building project interactivity; for industrial and mechanical design, BricsCAD Mechanical provides tools for design for manufacture. If you require every toolset, choose BricsCAD Ultimate.
Better Development
Bricsys, the developers of BricsCAD, actively develop new features in direct response to user feedback, partner suggestions and feature requests. Bugs and issues are resolved quickly and the software is continually developed to be easier to use, robust and fast.
Better Value
With annual and multi-year subscriptions as well as perpetual licences, network licences and maintenance options, BricsCAD puts user choice first. Get away from restrictive licensing policies and structure your software in the way it works best for your business.
Professional
Some AutoCAD* alternatives are poorly supported, quirky and official or community support is hard to find. BricsCAD, on the other hand, has fast and efficient support – both through resellers like CAD Software Direct and directly. With strong community support, continual development and the backing of Hexagon AB (a $5bn turnover technology company), BricsCAD is the professional CAD alternative for businesses who need a trusted technology partner.
How Much is BricsCAD?
BricsCAD Subscription Pricing
BricsCAD Lite
- 2D Drafting
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Pro
- 2D Drafting
- 3D Modelling
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Mechanical
- All BricsCAD Pro Features
- Mechanical Toolset
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Mechanical
- All BricsCAD Pro Features
- BIM Toolset
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Ultimate
- Contains all toolsets
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Perpetual Licence Pricing
BricsCAD Lite
- 2D Drafting
- Single User Licence
- Perpetual
- Includes 1yr Maintenance
BricsCAD Pro
- 2D Drafting
- 3D Modelling
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Mechanical
- All BricsCAD Pro Features
- Mechanical Toolset
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Mechanical
- All BricsCAD Pro Features
- BIM Toolset
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
BricsCAD Ultimate
- Contains all toolsets
- Single User Licence
- 12 Month Subscription
Industries
BricsCAD can accelerate workflows in a wide range of industries whilst providing a better alternative to traditional applications.
Engineering
Capture and document your designs faster.
Architecture
Draft in 2D or create simple 3D designs, import or produce BIM for collaborations.
Manufacturing
Use BricsCAD to take designs to manufacture.
Surveying
Accelerate your TIN and DTM workflows.
Civil Engineering
An ideal solution for fast and accurate designs.
Product Design
Draft in 2D or create simple 3D designs, import or produce BIM for collaborations.
CAD Software Direct
Choose CAD Software Direct as your official BricsCAD reseller and benefit from additional support, UK/Ireland based staff and greater buying flexibility. We’ve been specialising in 3D software since 2010 and are here to support our customers.
Amazing Features
Unlike other CAD programs, new features and improved functionality are part of the continual development of BricsCAD.
Optimise Drawings Quickly
OPTIMIZE corrects your drawing issues by automatically finding and healing inconsistancies, improving drawing accuracy and giving you a cleaner, more efficient result. Instead of spending hours cleaning up DWG files, reduce file size and remove unnecessary elements, just run the drawing health check (DWGHEALTH) and let BricsCAD do the hard work for you.
Point Cloud Visualisation
BricsCAD uses an improved data representation to speed up the performance of point cloud display, using half the disk space versus the point cloud source files. Load and utilise point cloud data faster with BricsCAD.
AutoLISP and API Support
BricsCAD Pro fully supports LISP, massively reducing time taken on repetitive drafting tasks. Compatible with AutoCAD® AutoLISP format, it’s simple to re-use existing routines. It also features a powerful API, providing a platform for many industry-specific independent applications.
Parametric Blocks: a dynamic approach to creating 2D or 3D Blocks
Parametric Blocks automates repetitive tasks by allowing users to create one block instead of lots of similar, separate block definitions. You can create both 2D and 3D block definitions using the same set of tools and workflow that you are familiar with.
*AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT are trademarks of Autodesk Inc. We are in no way affiliated with Autodesk.