# Best 3ds Max Alternatives 2026 | Capterra

> Looking for alternatives to 3ds Max? Find out how 3ds Max stacks up against its competitors with real user reviews, pricing information, and what features they offer.

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# Alternatives to 3ds Max

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## Top 3ds Max Alternatives

3ds Max

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Starting from:

$205/Per Month

Pricing Model:

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Overall Rating:

[4.6 (113)](https://www.capterra.com/p/206897/3ds-Max/reviews/)

Ease of Use

3.7

Customer Service

4.1

Features

4.6

Value for Money

4.0

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Starting from:

$1500/Per Year

Pricing Model:

Per User

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Overall Rating:

[4.5 (341)](https://www.capterra.com/p/164681/Onshape/reviews/)

Ease of Use

4.5

Customer Service

4.7

Features

4.1

Value for Money

4.5

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Starting from:

$999/Per Year

Pricing Model:

Flat Rate

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Overall Rating:

[4.8 (59)](https://www.capterra.com/p/239375/HOVER/reviews/)

Ease of Use

4.8

Customer Service

4.8

Features

4.7

Value for Money

4.5

[AutoCAD](https://www.capterra.com/p/265024/AutoCAD/)

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Starting from:

$250/Per Month

Pricing Model:

Per User

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Overall Rating:

[4.7 (3205)](https://www.capterra.com/p/265024/AutoCAD/reviews/)

Ease of Use

4.1

Customer Service

4.2

Features

4.6

Value for Money

4.2

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Top Alternatives for 3ds Max

-   [Onshape](#product_453b5a12-5bc1-4b3a-af0c-a7a00056185b)
-   [Hover](#product_3b00de9e-f520-4261-87da-864b00d293cf)
-   [AutoCAD](#product_9667f729-0f3c-4c22-a260-a6d200b2cab3)
-   [SolidWorks Premium](#product_64e5e74a-71d4-4010-91df-a6d200b6a8a1)
-   [SketchUp](#product_31872c21-1953-4c2f-8911-a99a006b3a92)

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## [SolidWorks Premium](https://www.capterra.com/p/93121/SolidWorks-Premium/)

by SolidWorks

[4.6 (755)](https://www.capterra.com/p/93121/SolidWorks-Premium/reviews/)

Mechanical CAD, design validation, product data management, design communication, and CAD productivity tools in a single package. [Learn more about SolidWorks Premium](https://www.capterra.com/p/93121/SolidWorks-Premium/)

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## [SketchUp](https://www.capterra.com/p/211798/SketchUp/)

by Trimble

[4.5 (1046)](https://www.capterra.com/p/211798/SketchUp/reviews/)

3D tool that helps teams use 3D modeler, 2D documentation, cloud storage & AR/VR visualization to streamline architectural designs. [Learn more about SketchUp](https://www.capterra.com/p/211798/SketchUp/)

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## [Alibre Design](https://www.capterra.com/p/172312/Alibre-Design/)

by Alibre

[4.7 (181)](https://www.capterra.com/p/172312/Alibre-Design/reviews/)

Comprehensive mechanical CAD including modeling, sheet metal, drawings, rendering, scripting, automation, design libraries, API & more. [Learn more about Alibre Design](https://www.capterra.com/p/172312/Alibre-Design/)

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## [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.capterra.com/p/178416/Fusion-360/)

by Autodesk

[4.5 (268)](https://www.capterra.com/p/178416/Fusion-360/reviews/)

Cloud-based 3D CAD/CAM tool that connects design teams and helps manage product development processes on a unified platform. [Learn more about Autodesk Fusion](https://www.capterra.com/p/178416/Fusion-360/)

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## [Revit](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/)

by Autodesk

[4.6 (479)](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/reviews/)

Design, document, coordinate, manage, and deliver architecture projects with Revit®. Call (818) 639-7755 for more information. [Learn more about Revit](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/)

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## [Metaroom by Amrax](https://www.capterra.com/p/10019523/Metaroom-Studio/)

by Amrax

[4.5 (54)](https://www.capterra.com/p/10019523/Metaroom-Studio/reviews/)

Metaroom: Professional 3D room scanning with your iPhone. Digitize spaces quickly, and export CAD-ready models and floor plans. [Learn more about Metaroom by Amrax](https://www.capterra.com/p/10019523/Metaroom-Studio/)

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## [Inventor](https://www.capterra.com/p/236745/Inventor/)

by Autodesk

[4.5 (277)](https://www.capterra.com/p/236745/Inventor/reviews/)

On-premise 3D CAD software that offers engineers professional-grade 3D design, documentation, product simulation tools, and more. [Learn more about Inventor](https://www.capterra.com/p/236745/Inventor/)

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## [Lumion](https://www.capterra.com/p/174874/Lumion/)

by Act-3D

[4.7 (157)](https://www.capterra.com/p/174874/Lumion/reviews/)

Lumion: real-time rendering solutions for architects and designers at every stage of the creative workflow. [Learn more about Lumion](https://www.capterra.com/p/174874/Lumion/)

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## [KeyCreator](https://www.capterra.com/p/9512/KeyCreator/)

by Kubotek Kosmos

[4.5 (114)](https://www.capterra.com/p/9512/KeyCreator/reviews/)

KeyCreator's best-in-class translators & direct modeling make it ideal for handling files from different sources and conceptual design. [Learn more about KeyCreator](https://www.capterra.com/p/9512/KeyCreator/)

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## [Beyond Typicals](https://www.capterra.com/p/10008710/Beyond-Typicals/)

by Beyond CAD

[4.8 (30)](https://www.capterra.com/p/10008710/Beyond-Typicals/reviews/)

Drag-and-drop 3D typical section creator for the development of photorealistic 3D transportation project visualizations. [Learn more about Beyond Typicals](https://www.capterra.com/p/10008710/Beyond-Typicals/)

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## [Adobe Creative Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/48969/Adobe-Creative-Cloud/)

by Adobe

[4.7 (7328)](https://www.capterra.com/p/48969/Adobe-Creative-Cloud/reviews/)

Adobe Creative Cloud is a suite of creative software and services including design, photography, video, and web development tools. [Learn more about Adobe Creative Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/48969/Adobe-Creative-Cloud/)

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## [CET Essentials for Material Handling](https://www.capterra.com/p/10017523/CET-Essentials-for-Material-Handling/)

by Configura

0.0 (0)

Design warehouse layouts quickly with CET. Create 2D & 3D layouts and generate quotes with ease. Perfect for 3PLs and consultants. [Learn more about CET Essentials for Material Handling](https://www.capterra.com/p/10017523/CET-Essentials-for-Material-Handling/)

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