Commercial Software

Listed below are commercial software programs or those with significant license limitations despite being otherwise free.

Reddit: I'm thinking about learn some 3d modelling, what software should I use?

Reddit: What industry do you work in and which CAD software do you use the most for work?

[https://www.reddit.com/r/Reprap/comments/3wmci2/what_3d_modeling_software_should_i_invest_time/ Reddit: What 3D modeling software should I invest time into learning if price is of no concern? (self.Reprap)]

Parametric modeling tutorial http://www.resilientmodeling.com/ Includes general overview as well as specific coverage for:


 * Pro Engineer
 * Autodesk Inventor
 * NX
 * Onshape
 * Solid Edge
 * SolidWorks
 * CATIA V5

A frequent need is to work up a vector drawing from a pixel image. Most CAD or Bezier curve drawing programs will allow this by hand (for those that don't a work-around is to make the window transparent and place the image as a desktop background), and others will include auto-scanning functionality. There are special-purpose tools for this: http://vectormagic.com/home

https://www.reddit.com/r/cad/comments/4idg38/need_some_osx_cad_what_ones_exist/

The ShapeOko 3 (and Nomad 883) include a license for Carbide Motion Machine Control Software which works especially well with Carbide Create a CAD/CAM program developed by Carbide3D.

Educational
http://www.autodesk.com/education/free-software/all - Only "free" for students and educators

DISCONTINUED http://www.123dapp.com/tinkerplay

Note that one may model in math tools: https://mathematica.stackexchange.com/questions/20964/openscad-like-functionality-with-mathematica

Feeds and Speeds Calculator
HSMAdvisor:


 * http://hsmadvisor.com (Windows only)
 * http://zero-divide.net/index.php?page=fswizard (free web based version)

GWizard:


 * http://www.cnccookbook.com/CCGWizard.html (Windows & OSX only)
 * http://www.cnccookbook.com/CCGWizLite.html (Light version of GWizard)
 * http://darksucks.blogspot.com/2011/05/i-recommend-g-wizard-calculator-for.html
 * http://thmsblog.com/?p=1936
 * suggestions for use:
 * http://www.shapeoko.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=7473&p=61540
 * https://community.carbide3d.com/t/does-sfm-matter/13487/12?u=willadams
 * lengthy examination in terms of Shapeoko profile: https://www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/comments/5zmh2s/help_with_cut_rate_and_plunge_rate/df1c2a4/

Discussion of G-Wizard, and calculation of cost and time savings: http://www.shapeoko.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=7738&p=61285

Note: GWizard requires Adobe Air, which doesn't have the best security history. Note: MeshCAM integration currently broken.

Android:


 * https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cws.millingspeedandfeed

Not quite a calculator, PicFRC will dynamically adjust cutting speeds for engraving work so that deeper portions are cut more slowly than thinner portions which are cut commensurately more quickly: http://www.picengrave.com/PicFRC.htm

CAD integrated with custom parts ordering
http://www.emachineshop.com/

2D CAD
See also DraftSight by Dassault Systemes: http://www.3ds.com/products-services/draftsight-cad-software/offerings/ (available for Linux, Mac OS X and Windows) and http://deltacad.com/ --- Windows and Mac

http://www.microspot.com/products/macdraft/index.htm --- Mac OS X

Inventables' Easel is now available in a Pro version w/ a monthly license fee: https://inventables.desk.com/customer/portal/articles/2892848-easel-pro-faq-and-overview

DXF post-processor
http://www.cadkas.com/dxf-small-lines-to-arcs.php

3D previewing
http://www.ripplon.com/topeScope

3D CAD

 * VectorWorks --- available for Windows and Mac OS X
 * http://www.vectorworks.net/architect/
 * http://www.vectorworks.net/fundamentals
 * http://developer.vectorworks.net/index.php/Marionette_Basics

http://sketchlist.com/ --- 3D design for woodworkers oriented around boards and joinery. Commentary by developer: http://festoolownersgroup.com/other-tools-accessories/new-design-software-sketchlist-3d-pro/msg157533/#msg157533

https://www.3dslash.net/user_plans.php --- free plans limited to non-commercial use, notable for having Google Drive suppport

https://www.vectary.com/ --- free online system (for a limited number of private models) now partnered with Shapeways

http://www.honeycomb3d.com/

http://www.solidthinking.com/productoverview.aspx?item=evolve%20overview&category=products --- notable for their Inspire application which supports generative design.

Integrated CAD/CAM: Siemens NX: http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/nx/ --- post-processors

Solid Edge: http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/velocity/solidedge/

Note that 3D modeling software may also export in useful formats: http://www.thefoundry.co.uk/products/modo/


 * Autodesk Mudbox Review

3D Modeling
https://www.gravitysketch.com/

Pixel Images
Some CAM programs such as MeshCAM will accept a pixel image and then convert that into 3D.


 * Photoshop CC --- will export to an STL

PCB CAD
http://www.accuratecnc.com/PhCNCLS.php

https://www.pads.com/standard/

Gears
http://geargenerator.com/

https://woodgears.ca/gear/

Other
https://www.bikecad.ca --- browser version freely available

http://www.cabinetpartspro.com/

http://www.segmentedturning.com/

http://www.winfoil.com/

http://www.compufoil.com/index.shtml

CAM
Note that many commercial CAM apps use the same kernels: https://www.moduleworks.com/company/partners/?lang=en

Post-processor
One common need for many CAM applications is a post-processor to convert from and internal G-code representation to a particular variant. Effort to collect them here: https://www.mycampost.com/

2D CAM (Laser)
https://lightburnsoftware.com/

2.5D CAM
Photoshop Action for doing Image Engraving: The Gold Method: The Gold Method.zip (may require Sawmill Creek Forum membership)

http://www.halftone.com.br/

https://diegomonzon.com/illustrator-to-gcode/ --- JavaScript for Adobe Illustrator

https://carveco.com/ https://www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/comments/b4iz41/carveco_bringing_back_artcam_march_28th/ https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/artcam/learn-explore/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/Autodesk-ArtCAM-Software-End-of-Sale-End-of-Development-FAQs.html ArtCAM --- Use Mach3 PP for Shapeoko2 and GRBL Newer versions Mach3_4(MM)(*.TAP) --- some have instead chosen to use generic gcode and remove T1 M6 and add G20 and G90. Artcam jewelsmith 2011 --- G-Code Arcs(mm) (*.tap) Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPE-W6YgZAY Free version: http://www.artcam.com/free/index.asp http://www.artcam.com/downloads/pdf/artcam-feature-comparison-flyer.pdf

Inlay
ImagePaint / http://amazoncanvas.com/index.php --- plug-in for Adobe Illustrator. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ImagePaint/

Vectric has especial support for this as well.

4th axis CAM
http://www.elrodmachine.com/MillWrite%20V6.htm

http://www.cad2gcode.com/dxf4cnc/ --- includes cad2lathe

Note that some 3D CAM programs such as MeshCAM will do an indexed 4th axis.

5-axis CAM
https://www.espritcam.com/products/5-axis

3D CAM
Note that some of the 3D CAD programs above have built-in CAM.

Note that Vectric Aspire (listed above under 2.5D CAM) has robust 3D CAM capabilities, and other Vectric products and import one 3D file as the basis of a project, and c.f., Vectric Design and Make: http://www.designandmake.com/


 * Cut3D
 * http://cnc-toolkit.com/ --- plugin for 3D Studio Max

https://github.com/HMI1973/Shapeoko-3d-max-script --- YouTube

5-axis CAM --- list of apps: https://www.reddit.com/r/CNC/comments/6u2wv3/i_just_got_a_5_axis_cnc/dlpl5zp/

CAM for Images
MeshCAM has an option for this.

Vectric Aspire will do a depth map of a pixel image.

3D Modeling

 * http://www.nevercenter.com/silo/

Special Purpose CAM

 * http://www.dakeng.com/spurgear.html --- Spur Gear Calculator v1.07 Windows Visual Basic program
 * http://www.lasereditor.com/
 * http://www.galaad.net/coppercam-eng.html --- CopperCAM is an application for managing isolation engraving, drilling and cutting printed-circuit board prototypes.
 * http://www.shape3d.com/ --- surfboards

Lasercutting
http://jtechphotonics.com/?product=piclaser-photo-engraving-sw-license --- also suitable for use w/ a rotary tool/roter/spindle

http://www.photograv.com/aspnet2/ --- Tool for Laser Engraving Photographs

http://www.ulsinc.com/products/1-touch-laser-photo/

Joints

 * http://www.g-forcecnc.com/jointcam.html --- CNC Dovetail and Box Joints, requires a jig which will hold things at 90 degrees.
 * http://www.tailmaker.net/ --- Two programs - TailMaker! and FingerMaker! - for machining specialty woodworking joints on CNC routers.
 * TailMaker! requires a fixture (plans included: http://www.tailmaker.net/clamping-jig.html ) and 30 degree V-bits to make dovetail joints on materials from 1/8"-->2" (depending on machine and software).
 * FingerMaker does not require a fixture and uses ball end end mills to make box joints.
 * http://www.tailmaker.net/guilloche-.html

Fonts
http://www.onelinefonts.com/ --- Universal font version works, but is not actually single line.

Previewing G-Code
http://cncsimulator.info/

Many G-code editors will include previewing (back-plotting) capabilities:


 * HSMWorks Edit
 * Brackets --- this is the default editor for G-code from w/in Autodesk Fusion 360.
 * Cimcut

http://editcnc.com/

Communication/Control/G-Code Interpreter
https://www.sourcerabbit.com/GCode-Sender/

Android
CNC Bluetooth Commander

Nesting
https://www.tmachines.com/cutlogic-2d/

http://nestprofessor.com/index_en.php

https://www.cutlistoptimizer.com/ --- also has a free mode.

http://www.vectric.com/products/vcp/features.htm#tnesting

https://github.com/tapnair/NESTER --- Autodesk Fusion 360 plug-in Flattens a 3D design specifically for use with a CNC router.... As the name implies, it allows one to do nesting manually.

Logopress3

Discussion at: https://www.reddit.com/r/CNC/comments/4ycrne/cnc_nesting_software/

Free
Able to create height/depth maps from pixel images.
 * Microsoft 3D Builder --- Converter
 * Autodesk
 * DISCONTINUED 123D Sculpt+
 * DISCONTINUED 123D Catch
 * AutoCAD 360
 * DISCONTINUED http://www.123dapp.com/make
 * TinkerCAD
 * TinkerPlay
 * GenSTL
 * Wedge

iPad

 * uMake: https://www.umake.xyz/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/umake-sketch.-in-3d./id1042246861
 * CNC Replicantis http://www.toolcoder.com/
 * Concepts Smarter Sketching
 * http://shapr3d.com/ --- 3D modeling for the iPad Pro and Pencil
 * http://www.algodoo.com/ --- dynamics program
 * https://umake.xyz/
 * https://www.gravitysketch.com/ --- 3D sketching tool. Tutorial: http://www.shapeways.com/blog/archives/25362-3d-modeling-at-your-finger-tips-with-gravity-sketch.html?etId=89916015
 * Concepts
 * Morphi

OnShape will work.

Free

 * https://github.com/sprang/Inkpad --- opensource SVG editor / drawing program for iPad
 * https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/thingmaker-design/id1078356242 --- app for Mattel's Thingmaker 3D printer
 * STL viewer: 3D Push Source on Github
 * http://www.autoq3d.com/ --- Opensource (GPL) version is AutoQ3D Community available for Windows here. Mac, iPhone/iPad, Android, Windows and Linux versions are available for AutoQ3D CAD.
 * Vectornator

Mac OS X CAD apps

 * https://www.coreldraw.com/en/product/corel-cad/ --- available for Windows and Mac OS X
 * VectorWorks --- available for Windows and Mac OS X
 * http://www.vectorworks.net/architect/
 * http://www.vectorworks.net/fundamentals
 * http://developer.vectorworks.net/index.php/Marionette_Basics
 * http://www.graphisoft.com/archicad/
 * https://www.graebert.com/en/arescommander
 * Autodesk
 * http://www.autodesk.com/store/products/autocad-for-mac
 * Fusion 360
 * http://www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-pro
 * https://www.turbocad.com/turbocad-windows/turbocad-pro-platinum-2016.html
 * https://www.smartdraw.com/floor-plan/cad-drawing-software.htm?id=361435
 * http://www.ilexsoft.com/highdesign/index.html
 * https://solidthinking.com/product/evolve/
 * https://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en/products/nx/
 * http://macdraft.com/
 * https://www.coreldraw.com/en/product/corel-cad/
 * http://ashlar.com/2d-3d-drafting/2d-3d-cad-graphite.html
 * http://www.icadmac.com/
 * https://deltacad.com/demo.html https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deltacad/id460805469
 * https://www.lemkesoft.de/en/products/cadintosh/
 * http://www.autoq3d.com/
 * https://www.bricsys.com/en-us/bricscad/ --- free version? https://www.bricsys.com/en-intl/shape/
 * https://www.rhino3d.com/mac
 * https://powercadd.apponic.com/mac/download/
 * http://www.punchcad.com/p-9-viacad-2d3d-v8.aspx https://beta.shapeways.com/tutorials/viacad
 * https://www.onshape.com/
 * http://www.nevercenter.com/silo/

Additional programs to consider

 * https://www.getfabber.com/alpha-test
 * Domus.CAD https://en.interstudio.net/usd-price-list
 * XirusCAD https://mirrakoi.com/
 * ZW3D https://affordablecadcam.com
 * https://www.altium.com/
 * https://www.homag.com/en/product-detail/cnc-programming-software-woodwop/
 * https://www.luban3d.com/
 * http://www.bacci.com/en/software/
 * https://www.renishaw.com/en/renishaw-fixturebuilder--36732
 * https://dynamaker.com/
 * http://www.qubicle-constructor.com/index.php
 * https://www.edrawsoft.com/easy-drafting-software.php
 * http://textmilling.com/
 * https://www.marvelousdesigner.com/ --- 3D clothing design software
 * https://routcad.com/english/cad_cam/routcad25d.html
 * Bruce's Blocks: https://www.codeproject.com/Articles/1278128/Bruce-s-Blocks
 * https://www.3dflow.net/3df-zephyr-pro-3d-models-from-photos/
 * https://www.flashcutcnc.com/cadcam
 * http://www.babacad.com/index.html --- DWG and LISP support, Windows and Mac OS X versions available. --- free version no longer available.
 * https://www.visicadcam.com/
 * http://cinchcam.com/index.php/en/cinch-cam
 * http://www.visualfea.com/download_1.htm
 * https://www.designcad.com.au/wp/ --- landscape design software
 * https://www.xnurbs.com/
 * http://www.curvy3d.com/
 * https://wooddesigner.org/polyboard-software-tools/
 * https://www.surfcam.com/
 * https://www.madcamcnc.com/ --- noted as used for "Mold and Die" as indicated by the name.
 * https://planet-cnc.com/foam-cutting/
 * https://www.foamwork.net/
 * http://www.foamcuttingsoftware.com/eng/default.asp
 * https://www.inivis.com/ --- available for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux
 * http://ascon.net/solutions/kompas_3d/
 * https://www.intellicadms.com/home/cms-intellicad-2d-3d-cad-software-autocad-dwg-compatible
 * http://www.patchwork3d.com/
 * https://www.morphiapp.com/ --- in beta for Windows, also available for Mac OS X and iPad
 * http://www.metaseq.net/en/
 * http://play.makerscad.com/
 * https://wooddesigner.org/polyboard-software-tools/
 * http://woodturnerpro.com/software/overview.htm --- collection of software for woodturning, may be helpful in creating assemblies
 * https://www.cutlistoptimizer.com/
 * https://www.ntopology.com/
 * https://www.selfcad.com/
 * https://www.blockscad3d.com/
 * https://leopoly.com/
 * http://www.caddiesoftware.com/caddiesoftware/solutions/mechanical.html
 * http://www.hicad.isdgroup.eu/
 * https://www.lightwave3d.com/ --- Maya and 3DS Max
 * http://www.maxon.net/ --- Cinema 4D
 * https://www.sidefx.com/products/houdini/
 * https://www.inivis.com/
 * https://www.strata.com/
 * http://www.paramach.com/users/hobbyists/
 * http://www.e-cam.it/ --- http://ecam.altervista.org/ or https://v4.e-cam.it/ --- initial preview, seems to be a continuation of cncsimple, free on weekends
 * http://www.editcnc.com/
 * http://www.dncxp.com/
 * https://www.cadem.com/
 * https://atdedit.com/
 * http://www.xltrig.com/ --- Excel based application for Machinists: Bolthole circle, Trigonometry Calculations configured like machinery’s handbook, OD threads, &c.
 * http://www.simplecnc.com/
 * https://machmotion.com/retrofits-software
 * http://www.cncca.co.uk/CNCLINK/index.htm
 * http://www.gibbscam.com/ --- noted as working well for casting.
 * http://www.3dreshaper.com/en/software-en/download-software/current-release-software
 * http://www.tflex.com/products/
 * http://www.routoutcnc.com/routout.html --- free license available?
 * http://cncsimulator.info/download
 * http://www.metalpuncher.com/
 * http://ezcam.com/
 * http://www.topsolid.com/
 * https://www.cadlink.com/index.php/en/signlab-version-10
 * http://www.daz3d.com/hexagon-2-5-download-version --- Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9 and 10.10
 * http://ilexsoft.com/ --- Windows/Mac
 * http://www.intuwiz.com/programs.html
 * http://www.cgtech.com/ --- Vericut
 * http://www.worknc.com/
 * https://www.design-simulation.com/WM2D/Index.php
 * http://www.mozaiksoftware.com/ --- cabinet software
 * http://optitex.com/ --- fashion industry CAD/rendering
 * http://www.mastercam.com/en-us/
 * http://www.edgecam.com/ --- http://www.au.planit.com/products also http://www.cabinetvision.com/ as well as http://www.cabnetware.com/
 * http://www.routercad.com/
 * http://cabinetpro.com/
 * http://www.2020spaces.com/
 * http://www.microvellum.com/
 * http://kcdsoftware.com/
 * http://www.artclip3d.com
 * http://ekits.eu/PROCNCDraw/ --- copy-protected w/ USB dongle for licensing
 * http://www.adx-online.com/realcadd/realcaddus.htm --- available in English, German and French for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. License via PayPal
 * http://www.badog.ch/en/cnc-downloads/badog-cnc-software/show-all.html
 * http://3dcoat.com/home/
 * https://labs.sketchfab.com/sculptfab/
 * http://www.optinest.com/laser_cutting_software.asp
 * http://www.devcad.com/eng/default.asp
 * http://www.membranes24.com/design.html
 * http://www.meliar.com/MPanel.htm --- tensile design
 * http://www.touchcad.com/ --- 3D modeling and unfolding program
 * http://www.solidface.com/
 * http://www.baldormotion.com/products/mint/hpgl.asp
 * http://m.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/nx/index.shtml
 * http://www.coreldraw.com/us/product/cad-software/ --- CorelCAD (described as a “ virtual copy of Draftsight”?!?), "private label version of Graebert Ares" https://www.graebert.com/en/ (listed separately below)
 * http://www.spaceclaim.com/en/default.aspx --- dynamics: http://www.algoryx.se/products/dynamics-for-spaceclaim/ noted for having a well-regarded sheet metal plug-in
 * http://www.bricsys.com/en_INTL/bricscad/ --- Windows/Mac --- free version? https://www.bricsys.com/en-intl/shape/
 * http://www.vectorworks.net/
 * http://www.bentley.com/en-US/Products/MicroStation/
 * http://www.mr-soft.net/ --- SimplyCAM, Bmp2Cnc, R2V
 * http://www.steptools.com/products/stepncmachine/
 * http://www.cadlogic.com/cad-software/default.asp
 * http://www.graytechsoftware.com/products/cadx11/index.asp --- free version offered, also GTworks
 * http://www.radan.com/ -- sheetmetal
 * http://www.ironcad.com/
 * ZWsoft
 * http://www.zwsoft.com/zwcad/
 * http://www.zwsoft.com/ZW3D/ --- clone of Siemens NX
 * http://www.intergraph.com/products/ppm/smartsketch/default.aspx
 * http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/solid-edge/monthly-subscriptions/index.shtml --- Student Edition
 * nanoCAD --- Russian AutoCAD clone which uses the .dwg format. Free version w/ 1 year (renewable license) available.
 * Pixologic Sculptris
 * Geomagic Design --- formerly alibre
 * CNCwrapper --- G-code conversion program that can wrap your 21/2D or 3D G-code programs for a 4th (rotary) axis unit (Windows) Notable for having several free programs associated with it https://www.cncwrapper.com/freeware/
 * D2nc --- CNC wizard
 * PowerSHAPE-e
 * G-Zero
 * GGCad, GGCam, GGMill --- (France)
 * IMSI Design DesignCAD
 * Mozaik CNC
 * ViaCAD 2D/3D --- Available for Mac and Windows. https://community.carbide3d.com/t/punch-cad-as-an-alternative-to-fusion-360/12972/4
 * SprutCAM --- 2.5. 3, and 5 axis machine as well as turning and turn-milling. Video tutorials on Tormach.com
 * SuperCAM Xp Demo
 * TurboCAD --- Available for Mac and Windows. Free DoubleCAD XT version available for Windows.
 * http://360.autodesk.com/pricing --- http://www.shapeoko.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=5543&p=41076 For a ShapeOko 3 using Carbide Motion Machine Controller “new CM V2 beta that works with Autodesk CAM. Use the Mach3 post, Uncheck "Use Radius" in the post processor”
 * http://ashlar.com/2d-3d-drafting/2d-3d-cad-graphite.html --- Ashlar Vellum's cross-platform Windows/Mac OS X program, previously known as Vellum.
 * http://cncdrive.com/UCCNC.html
 * http://cncwrite.com/
 * http://cutlistplus.com/
 * http://deskcnc.com/
 * http://frontplatten-expert.de/de/downloads --- Cetina CAD front panel designer. Requires payment to export in usable file formats.
 * http://happycoders.com/release/laser/
 * http://kipware.com/
 * http://kubotek3d.com/ --- includes integrated CAM and is able to project onto an arbitrary surface.
 * http://kubotek3d.com/Products/KeyCreator-Direct-CAD.aspx
 * http://m.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/solid-edge/index.shtml
 * http://madcamcnc.com/
 * http://mecsoft.com/
 * http://mecsoft.com/visualcad/
 * http://visualcadd.net/
 * http://www.3ds.com/products-services/draftsight/download-draftsight/
 * http://www.3dtin.com
 * http://www.alibre.com
 * http://www.alphacamexpress.com/ c.f., http://www.alphacam.com/products --- popular in the woodworking industry
 * http://www.amprom.co.nz/software_site_info.html --- nesting and sheet metal design
 * http://www.autodesk.com/autodesk-inventor/
 * http://www.autodesk.com/Mudbox
 * http://www.avicad.com/
 * http://www.babacad.com/index.html
 * http://www.cadlogic.com/cad-software/draft-it/default.asp
 * http://www.cadstd.com/
 * http://www.caliper2pc.de/download/en_download.html
 * http://www.cimco.com/
 * http://www.cncezpro.com/
 * http://www.cycas.de/ --- LinuxCAD
 * http://www.d2nc.com/index.html
 * http://www.daz3d.com/
 * http://www.ddxgroup.com/en/software/easywood
 * http://www.delcam.com/contact/index.asp --- Delcam Featurecam
 * http://www.digital-furniture.com/
 * http://www.dptechnology.com/ Esprit
 * http://www.easycab.com/
 * http://www.enroutesoftware.com/
 * http://www.enroutesoftware.com/Applications/Woodworking.aspx
 * http://www.formz.com/ --- limited version available as FormZ Free.
 * http://www.graphisoft.com/archicad/ --- Windows, Mac OS X. Java 8 or later.
 * http://www.ironcad.com/
 * http://www.kellyware.com/kcam/
 * http://www.kentechinc.com/ --- variety of software for shops, including conversational milling and turning
 * http://www.macdnc.com/
 * http://www.mcsaz.com/lite/3d-software.htm
 * http://www.microcarve.com/softV4.html
 * http://www.ncmanager.com/english/about.html
 * http://www.onshape.com/
 * http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/
 * http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com/en_us/products/velocity/solidedge/free2d/index.shtml
 * http://www.predator-software.com/
 * http://www.rams3d.com/index.htm
 * http://www.robot51.com/enu/index.html
 * http://www.routercad.com/WebPages/RouterCAM.html
 * http://www.selva3d.com/
 * http://www.shape3D.com/ --- surfboard design
 * http://www.sharpcam.co.uk/Download-Demonstration.aspx
 * http://www.softsquad.com/ --- CodeShark Mill and Lathe versions
 * http://www.swarfrat.com/Lathe3.htm
 * http://www.techno-sys.com/
 * http://www.tinkercad.com
 * http://www.ucancam.com/en.asp
 * http://www.vectorcam.com/ --- German, pages also available in English and French
 * http://www.visualcadd.com/
 * https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/morphi/id833530351?mt=8 iPad app, Morphi, free w/ in-app purchases. Requires ios 8
 * https://www.cambiummachines.com/CambiumCodeStandard.php
 * https://www.easydnc.com/
 * https://www.graebert.com/en/arescommander --- DWG-based, Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.
 * https://www.makersempire.com/ --- educational Free to use with a premium option. Touch-optimized software - usable by very young children. iPad/Android/Mac/Win.

Cross-platform (Mac OS X and Windows)

 * Adobe Illustrator --- note that one should use export as rather than save as when making SVGs for Carbide Create.
 * Macromedia Freehand --- (Mac OS X version limited to 10.6 or earlier)
 * Creaturehouse Expression --- cross-platform, bought by Microsoft and made Windows-only
 * Serif Affinity Designer: https://affinity.serif.com/

Mac OS X

 * AutoDesk Graphic: http://graphic.autodesk.com/mac/ (previously known as Indeeo's iDraw)
 * https://www.sketch.com/
 * http://www.eazydraw.com/
 * http://www.canvasx.com/en/products/canvas-draw
 * Stone Design Create: http://www.stone.com/Create/Create.html
 * http://www.sketchapp.com/
 * http://www.application-systems.co.uk/lineform/

Windows

 * http://www.mayura.com/
 * Corel
 * Draw
 * Designer (formerly Micrografx Designer)
 * Serif Drawplus
 * Canvas
 * Xara Xtreme (a Linux version is also available)

Android

 * https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brakefield.idfree

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Tutorials
https://www.reddit.com/r/3Dprinting/comments/bm6wq2/so_you_want_to_learn_x_program/

Comparison Discussions
https://www.reddit.com/r/cad/comments/3y522h/comparison_between_catia_soldiworks_creo_nx_etc/