Basic cad software

[mi223]

I am in need of a basic cad software. I have no use for 3d at this time. Just 2d building elevations and floor plans. I haven't used cad in years so easy to use and learn is what I am looking for. The cheaper the better but I am willing to pay for something good. Does anyone have a recommendations?

Thanks

 

[Slash0311]

You might check out the AutoCAD LT versions. More basic but still not cheap.

 

[DustBun]

I use AutoCAD and CREO 5 so I can't help you much. I did do a quick search for "basic 2d cad software free" and found this https://www.softwaretestinghelp.com/best-free-2d-and-3d-cad-software/ and saw some other articles and FreeCAD, and a couple others, keep getting mentioned. Sorry I could be more helpful.

 

[Jjs2]

I don't know if it still is but eDrawings Professional used to be free.

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[NoDopes]

QCAD - QCAD: 2D CAD

QCAD is a free, open source 2D CAD system for Windows, Linux and Mac.

www.qcad.org

 

[CheStadium]

For 2D, QCAD (as suggested by NoDopes) or LibreCad

LibreCAD - Free Open Source 2D CAD

 

[mi223]

Thanks I will give qcad a try. Honestly I had written of all the free offerings just because they are free. Usually things are worth what you pay for them.

 

[chzhd]

Sketchup is easy to learn and they have a free version. I use the professional version for modeling for woodworking and furniture. It works great for laying out rooms and planning remodels.

T

 

[mi223]

Sketchup is easy to learn and they have a free version. I use the professional version for modeling for woodworking and furniture. It works great for laying out rooms and planning remodels.

T

I will give that a try also. Maybe I am being dumb thinking I would have to pay for something for the basic work I am needing to do.

Drawing up remodel floor plans and concept drawing is what I am after. I will leave blueprints up to the professionals.

 

[Matches Malone]

Are these all computer applications or are their mobile apps too?

 

[MarshallDodge]

Sketchup and QCAD are computer applications but I believe there are apps available for tablets that will give you some kind of drawing capability.

I've used both. QCAD is more like a traditional CAD software package while Sketchup is more like a freehand drawing package.

I drew this in Sketchup and my son printed it on his 3D Printer. It is 1/10th scale

 

[1moaoff]

Sketchup and QCAD are computer applications but I believe there are apps available for tablets that will give you some kind of drawing capability.

I've used both. QCAD is more like a traditional CAD software package while Sketchup is more like a freehand drawing package.

I drew this in Sketchup and my son printed it on his 3D Printer. It is 1/10th scale
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How much was the 1/10th 2x4?

 

[MarshallDodge]

How much was the 1/10th 2x4?

That's a couple of popsicle sticks