Best free AutoCAD software

[REK Knives]

Want to learn... At least before I purchase something. Is there any good ones out there you guys can recommend? I had solid edge 2d but it doesn't have a command line which seems pretty good to have.

 

[Ken H>]

If you're wanting something like AutoCAD, but free, then try DraftSight. It's free for the home user, and if you're good with AutoCAD, you'll have a very fast learning curve. Most commands are the same from command line. It opens and saves to .dwg format so it's almost like AutoCAD

 

[boy&hisdogs]

I get name brand AutoCAD free being a student. You might look and see if there are deals out there you qualify for.

The command line is a must for me. Often it's easier to just start typing than click through a million menus.

 

[875fps]

There is also OnShape.com. Cloud-based CAD that you use from your browser or phone/tablet. They have a lot of tutorials on their site as well. I still can't even draw a straight line or a circle so I always pay to have someone draw my stuff for me. One day maybe I'll have time to sit down and learn one of these programs.

Regarding OnShape, I don't know what you mean but command line but their software does seem to support keyboard shortcuts.

https://cad.onshape.com/help/Content/keyboardshortcuts.htm

 

[REK Knives]

If you're wanting something like AutoCAD, but free, then try DraftSight. It's free for the home user, and if you're good with AutoCAD, you'll have a very fast learning curve. Most commands are the same from command line. It opens and saves to .dwg format so it's almost like AutoCAD

This is the one I settled on, free and replicates Autodesk most closely from what I can see - has a command line (which is a must for me). Thanks!

 

[SV-97]

Have you looked at Fusion 360? No command line but I never had a need for one; I actually saw that as a thing of the past