SolidCraft: Free Open-Source 3D CAD — Download
SolidCraft is a free, open-source parametric 3D CAD application written in pure Rust by independent developer bherbruck. You sketch on a plane, constrain and dimension, then build solids with features on an editable timeline — change a parameter and the model rebuilds. It runs as a desktop app (Windows, macOS, Linux), a browser/web app, a headless CLI (solidcraft-cli), and an MCP server so AI agents can model parts. The latest GitHub release is v0.13.1 (October 15, 2026). Status is early but usable for simple parts (75 of 76 public reference parts match analytic/FreeCAD checks per the project). Licence: MIT OR Apache-2.0. SolidCraft is not ArtCraft’s CADCraft (that is a separate 2D AutoCAD-style drafting app), and it is not related to the SolidCraft yacht / boat brand that often appears for the bare search “solidcraft”. Download: use the official GitHub Releases page and verify with SHA256SUMS.txt.
SolidCraft at a glance
| SolidCraft | |
|---|---|
| What it is | Parametric 3D CAD: sketches → constraints → solid features on a timeline |
| Closest familiar tool | Autodesk Fusion–style workflow (not affiliated with Autodesk) |
| Made by | Independent open-source project (bherbruck/solidcraft) |
| Price and licence | Free; MIT OR Apache-2.0 (README) |
| Latest version | v0.13.1, released October 15, 2026 |
| Status | Early but usable for simple parts; surfaces, drawings, CAM and simulation are deferred |
| Telemetry / subscription | None mentioned on the official README |
SolidCraft vs CADCraft (do not mix them up)
Search results and “Crafting Apps” lists often mention CADCraft. They are different products:
| SolidCraft (this page) | CADCraft (ArtCraft) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensional focus | 3D parametric solids, assemblies, sheet metal | 2D drafting (AutoCAD-style command line, DXF/DWG) |
| Official home | github.com/bherbruck/solidcraft + docs book | getartcraft.com/apps/cadcraft + storytold/cadcraft |
| Suite | Standalone | ArtCraft Crafting Apps family |
If you need 2D DXF/DWG drafting from the ArtCraft team, use CADCraft’s official page — not SolidCraft installers.
What works today (from the official README)
- Sketches with constraints and dimensions (coincident, parallel, tangent, radius/diameter, angle, and more).
- Features on a parametric timeline: extrude, revolve, sweep, loft, fillet/chamfer, shell, draft, holes, threads, patterns, mirror, split, combine.
- Parameters with unit-aware expressions; assemblies with joints; sheet metal and a plastic-enclosure subset.
- Files:
.solidcraftdesigns; export STEP / IGES / 3MF / STL / OBJ; STEP and IGES import as base features; mesh import for display/measure. - Automation: everything is a JSON command — UI, CLI scripts, control channel, and
solidcraft-cli mcpfor agents.
How to download SolidCraft (official only)
Download now: Official GitHub Releases (v0.13.1) — pick your OS build, then verify with SHA256SUMS.txt.
- Open the SolidCraft Releases page on GitHub (also linked from the README Download section).
- Pick the v0.13.1 (or newer) file for your system:
| System | Typical file (v0.13.1) |
|---|---|
| Windows x64 | .msi, .exe, or -portable.zip (also ARM64 and x86 builds) |
| macOS | solidcraft-macos-universal.dmg / versioned universal DMG |
| Linux x86_64 / aarch64 | AppImage, .deb, .rpm, Flatpak, Snap, .tar.gz |
| FreeBSD | …-freebsd-x86_64.tar.gz |
| Web | solidcraft-web-0.13.1.zip, or try the hosted web app linked from the README |
| CLI | solidcraft-cli-… zips for scripting / MCP |
- Check the file against SHA256SUMS.txt from the same release.
Windows SmartScreen / macOS Gatekeeper may warn because downloads are not signed yet — the README says to use More info → Run anyway (Windows) or right-click → Open the first time (macOS). Prefer GitHub Releases over third-party “SolidCraft download” mirrors.
Other official install paths (from the project)
- WinGet:
winget install bherbruck.SolidCraft - Snap:
sudo snap install solidcraft - Web (no install): SolidCraft in the browser
- Docs: SolidCraft book — Getting started
Build from source (optional)
Needs a recent stable Rust toolchain. From the official README:
git clone https://github.com/bherbruck/solidcraft && cd solidcraft
cargo run --release -p solidcraft -- --sample
Who should try it
- Hobbyists and students who want a free Fusion-like parametric workflow on desktop or in the browser.
- Developers wiring AI agents to CAD via the built-in MCP server.
- Anyone who needs STEP/STL export for simple mechanical parts.
Keep a mature CAD tool for production work that needs drawings, CAM, or full surface modelling until those areas leave the roadmap’s deferred list.
Frequently asked questions
What is SolidCraft?
A free, open-source parametric 3D CAD app written in Rust. You sketch, constrain, and build solids on a feature timeline; it runs on desktop, in the browser, via CLI, and as an MCP server for AI agents.
Is SolidCraft the same as CADCraft / ArtCraft?
No. SolidCraft is an independent 3D parametric CAD project (bherbruck/solidcraft). CADCraft is ArtCraft’s separate 2D AutoCAD-style drafting app (storytold/cadcraft). Download each only from its own official GitHub or product page.
Is SolidCraft related to the SolidCraft yacht brand?
No. This page covers the open-source 3D CAD app on github.com/bherbruck/solidcraft. Boat and yacht companies that also use the SolidCraft name are unrelated.
Is SolidCraft free?
Yes. The README licences it MIT OR Apache-2.0. There is no subscription on the official project pages.
Where do I download SolidCraft safely?
Only from github.com/bherbruck/solidcraft/releases (and paths the README lists: WinGet, Snap, the official web app). Verify with SHA256SUMS.txt. Ignore lookalike download sites.
Can SolidCraft replace Fusion 360?
Not for every job yet. The project describes itself as early but usable for simple parts; surfaces, drawings, CAM and simulation are still deferred. Use it for sketches, solids, assemblies and sheet-metal basics after checking your file round-trips.
Does SolidCraft work in the browser?
Yes. The README links a WebAssembly web app (WebGPU, or WebGL2 with ?webgl) and ships solidcraft-web zip builds on Releases.
What is the latest SolidCraft version?
As of October 2026, the latest GitHub release is v0.13.1 (published October 15, 2026). Check Releases for anything newer.