Autodesk Revit alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Autodesk Revit: windows only, and long learning curve and setup effort. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Autodesk Revit, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Archicad currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	SketchUp	Paid	No	Windows, macOS, Web +1	4 of 4	62.6
2	AutoCAD	Paid	No	Windows, macOS, Web +2	0 of 0	46.7

1. SketchUpTop pick
Best for: Architects, interior designers and woodworkers who want quick, intuitive 3D models
PaidWindows, macOS, Web, iOS
62.6
score / 100
Why switch from Autodesk Revit
Much faster for early design and simpler projects, with IFC and Revit import on higher tiers.
Pros
Very quick to learn with push-pull modeling
Huge free model library in 3D Warehouse
LayOut turns models into construction documents
Cons
Subscription only for current versions
Weak at organic and highly precise mechanical shapes
Large models can become slow
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How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.387
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is SketchUp a good Autodesk Revit alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Starting price
$10.75/user/month billed annually (Go)
Checked Oct 25, 2026sketchup.com(opens source in a new tab)
Pro price
$33.25/user/month billed annually
Checked Oct 25, 2026sketchup.com(opens source in a new tab)
Schools
Free with Google or Microsoft education accounts
Checked Oct 25, 2026sketchup.com(opens source in a new tab)
Studio platform
Windows only
Checked Oct 25, 2026sketchup.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. AutoCAD
Best for: Drafters and engineers who need precise DWG drawings that match industry standards
PaidWindows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android
46.7
score / 100
Why switch from Autodesk Revit
Traditional 2D drafting for firms that don't need a full BIM model.
Pros
Native DWG, the industry-standard drawing format
Specialised toolsets for architecture, mechanical and electrical work
Scriptable with AutoLISP and APIs
Cons
Subscription only, and costly for occasional use
3D modeling is basic compared with dedicated tools
Mac version lacks some Windows features
Visit AutoCAD Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.369
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1515
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is AutoCAD a good Autodesk Revit alternative?
Verified facts
0 of 0 verified
No sourced facts yet.

The best Autodesk Revit alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Best Autodesk Revit alternative for most people

Archicad

BIM software that runs on Mac as well as Windows, popular with architects.

Best Autodesk Revit alternative for Mac

SketchUp

Much faster for early design and simpler projects, with IFC and Revit import on higher tiers.

Best Autodesk Revit alternative for Windows

BricsCAD

DWG-based CAD with a BIM toolset, available as a perpetual licence.

Best Autodesk Revit alternative for Linux

BricsCAD

DWG-based CAD with a BIM toolset, available as a perpetual licence.

Best Autodesk Revit alternative for iPhone and Android

AutoCAD

Traditional 2D drafting for firms that don't need a full BIM model.

Best Autodesk Revit alternative for working in the browser

SketchUp

Much faster for early design and simpler projects, with IFC and Revit import on higher tiers.

Autodesk Revit alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Autodesk Revit?

Archicad ranks first right now. BIM software that runs on Mac as well as Windows, popular with architects. SketchUp and BricsCAD follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Autodesk Revit?

None of the 5 alternatives we track has a free plan; all are paid, though some offer trials.

Is there an open-source alternative to Autodesk Revit?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Autodesk Revit alternatives work on Linux?

BricsCAD runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Autodesk Revit?

The complaints we hear most: windows only; long learning curve and setup effort; expensive subscription.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Autodesk Revit, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.