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CAD software for Mac
CAD software for Mac
Autodesk's industry-leading CAD software available for Mac OS X.
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AutoCAD for Mac
AutoCAD for Mac
Our most popular 2D and 3D CAD software now available for Mac. AutoCAD for Mac delivers the same functionality as the Windows version but takes advantage of the OS X environment with a familiar interface. AutoCAD for Mac helps architects, engineers, and construction professionals create 2D and 3D drawings and speed up the design process with AutoCAD's robust set of features and automation workflows.
Our most popular 2D and 3D CAD software now available for Mac. AutoCAD for Mac delivers the same functionality as the Windows version but takes advantage of the OS X environment with a familiar interface. AutoCAD for Mac helps architects, engineers, and construction professionals create 2D and 3D drawings and speed up the design process with AutoCAD's robust set of features and automation workflows.
Fusion 360 for Mac
Fusion 360 for Mac
Free for startups and hobbyists, Fusion 360 for Mac delivers unified CAD, CAM and PCB software in a flexible, complete package available for Mac OS and mobile devices. Fusion 360 for Mac provides a collaborative platform to help streamline the product development process from design to manufacturing.
Free for startups and hobbyists, Fusion 360 for Mac delivers unified CAD, CAM and PCB software in a flexible, complete package available for Mac OS and mobile devices. Fusion 360 for Mac provides a collaborative platform to help streamline the product development process from design to manufacturing.
Inventor for Mac
Inventor for Mac
Speed up your product design workflows with Inventor. Perfect for mechanical design, product simulation, and tooling creation, Inventor delivers a complete set of professional-grade product design and engineering tools. While Inventor does not have a native Mac installation, it can be installed on a Macintosh computer with a Windows partition utilizing Boot Camp or Parallels.
Speed up your product design workflows with Inventor. Perfect for mechanical design, product simulation, and tooling creation, Inventor delivers a complete set of professional-grade product design and engineering tools. While Inventor does not have a native Mac installation, it can be installed on a Macintosh computer with a Windows partition utilizing Boot Camp or Parallels.
Benefits of online CAD
Design anywhere
Design anywhere
Take the power of Autodesk cloud software with you wherever you go. Draft, edit and view CAD designs on different devices.
Take the power of Autodesk cloud software with you wherever you go. Draft, edit and view CAD designs on different devices.
Greater collaboration
Greater collaboration
Cut down communication time and bring design teams together in an environment that harnesses the power of the cloud. Keep team members updated with the most recent designs and plans.
Cut down communication time and bring design teams together in an environment that harnesses the power of the cloud. Keep team members updated with the most recent designs and plans.
Streamlined workflows
Streamlined workflows
Streamline your drafting, review, and revision workflows. Track projects, add comments, share files, and take your projects on-site with online CAD or via your mobile device.
Streamline your drafting, review, and revision workflows. Track projects, add comments, share files, and take your projects on-site with online CAD or via your mobile device.
Design online with AutoCAD Web
Design online with AutoCAD Web
AutoCAD Web makes it easy to edit, create, and view CAD drawings on a Mac without installing any additional software. Access AutoCAD’s robust drafting and design features and convenient online tools from anywhere within a familiar Mac interface—or any other operating system.
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Creating incredible spaces with AutoCAD
Creating incredible spaces with AutoCAD
With AutoCAD, a designer can translate her passion for both building and interior design into dynamic, personalized projects for her clients.
With AutoCAD, a designer can translate her passion for both building and interior design into dynamic, personalized projects for her clients.
3D-printed snowboard binding with generative design
3D-printed snowboard binding with generative design
A Barcelona-based product design studio rises to a challenge and uses generative design in Fusion 360 to create a lighter, stronger snowboard binding.
A Barcelona-based product design studio rises to a challenge and uses generative design in Fusion 360 to create a lighter, stronger snowboard binding.
Adopting automation for configuration of stair systems
Adopting automation for configuration of stair systems
Leading custom stair manufacturer Viewrail uses design automation technology in Inventor to drastically save time creating custom stair systems.
Leading custom stair manufacturer Viewrail uses design automation technology in Inventor to drastically save time creating custom stair systems.
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Compare AutoCAD and AutoCAD for Mac
Compare AutoCAD and AutoCAD for Mac
Learn more about features and differences between AutoCAD for Mac and Windows.
Learn more about features and differences between AutoCAD for Mac and Windows.
AutoCAD for Mac keyboard shortcuts
AutoCAD for Mac keyboard shortcuts
Discover keyboard shortcuts and AutoCAD commands with the AutoCAD for Mac Keyboard Shortcuts Guide.
Discover keyboard shortcuts and AutoCAD commands with the AutoCAD for Mac Keyboard Shortcuts Guide.
Useful AutoCAD for Mac resources
Useful AutoCAD for Mac resources
Browse useful Autodesk resources and articles to get the most out of AutoCAD for Mac.
Browse useful Autodesk resources and articles to get the most out of AutoCAD for Mac.
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Purchase Autodesk products your way via our eStore, sales team and authorized partners. Choose between monthly, annual and 3-year subscriptions. Alternatively, check out our flexible payment scheme, for consumption-based software access that allows you to use any product whenever you need to on a pay-as-you-go basis.
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Select a subscription plan that best fits your individual or company needs. Each plan has a different level of security, reporting, automation, and support features.
Select a subscription plan that best fits your individual or company needs. Each plan has a different level of security, reporting, automation, and support features.
Pay as you go with Flex
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Autodesk Flex is the perfect solution for occasional use and special projects. Purchase Flex tokens to access eligible products for a 24-hour period and explore new design products without committing to a long-term contract.
FAQ on CAD software for Mac
Can you run CAD software on a Mac?
Yes. You can run CAD software on a Mac using applications designed for macOS, such as Autodesk AutoCAD for Mac and Autodesk Fusion. These tools allow you to create 2D drawings, develop 3D models, and collaborate on design projects directly on a Mac.
For Windows-only applications such as Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Inventor, you can install Windows on your Mac using virtualization software or a dual-boot setup. Visit Autodesk support page to learn more.
What CAD software works on Mac?
Several Autodesk products run on macOS, including:
Autodesk AutoCAD for Mac for 2D drafting and documentation
Autodesk Fusion for 3D design, simulation, and manufacturing
You can also use browser-based tools such as AutoCAD Web to create and edit drawings without installing software.
Who uses CAD software on a Mac?
CAD software on a Mac is used by architects, engineers, product designers, drafters, manufacturers, and other professionals who create, modify, and document designs. Autodesk tools such as AutoCAD for Mac and Autodesk Fusion support a wide range of workflows, including 2D drafting, 3D modeling, design visualization, engineering, and product development.
Is AutoCAD available for Mac?
Yes. AutoCAD for Mac is included with AutoCAD subscription. It provides the same core drafting tools and uses the same DWG file format as the Windows version, allowing you to create and edit drawings on macOS and collaborate across platforms.
Which Autodesk CAD products are available for Mac?
Several Autodesk CAD products are available for macOS, including AutoCAD for Mac for 2D drafting and documentation, Autodesk Fusion for 3D design, engineering, and manufacturing, and AutoCAD Web for creating and editing drawings in a browser. Autodesk also offers other Mac-compatible applications that support a range of design and engineering workflows.
What is the difference between AutoCAD and AutoCAD for Mac?
AutoCAD for Mac is the macOS version of AutoCAD. It includes the same core drafting functionality and supports the DWG file format, but the interface is designed for macOS with menus and toolsets instead of the Windows ribbon. Both versions are compatible, so you can work across Mac and Windows using the same files.
How much does AutoCAD for Mac cost?
AutoCAD for Mac is included in every AutoCAD subscription and starts at $260 for a monthly subscription and $2,095 for an annual subscription
If you are a student, teacher or IT administrator at an eligible educational institution you may also qualify for free access to Autodesk software and other benefits. Learn more about the Autodesk Education Community.
Is there free CAD software available for Mac?
Yes. Eligible students and educators can access AutoCAD and other Autodesk products for free through the Autodesk Education plan. You can also explore Autodesk tools through free trials to evaluate features before purchasing.
Are CAD files compatible between Mac and Windows?
Yes. CAD files created in Autodesk software use standard formats such as DWG, which are not tied to a specific operating system. You can open, edit, and share files between Mac and Windows versions of AutoCAD and other Autodesk tools without compatibility issues.
How can you open and view CAD files on a Mac?
You can open and view CAD files on a Mac using AutoCAD for Mac or browser-based tools such as Autodesk Viewer. Autodesk Viewer lets you upload and review design files online without installing software. It supports most 2D and 3D files, including DWG, STEP, DWF, RVT, etc. Quickly get the feedback you need with Autodesk Viewer’s lightweight annotation and drawing tools.