Best Self-Hosted CAD Software in 2026

Computer-aided design tools for 2D drafting, 3D modeling, and engineering drawing.

The top-rated pick is Open CAD Studio with 882 GitHub stars.

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Open CAD Studio

Open-source 2D drafting and 3D modeling CAD app built with Rust. Reads and writes DWG/DXF natively with desktop and browser builds.

Alternative to:

AutoCAD

Why self-host?

Self-hosting puts you in control. You own your data, avoid vendor lock-in, and eliminate recurring subscription costs. For teams handling sensitive data or operating under strict compliance requirements, running your own infrastructure is often the only viable option.