Alternatives to SolidWorks for Linux
FreeCAD is the best Linux alternative to SolidWorks, offering similar functionalities for free as an open-source CAD program. Fusion 360 offers access through a browser for eligible members of the educational community, providing the same optimal experience across various devices.
Running SolidWorks on Ubuntu
To run SolidWorks on Ubuntu, follow these steps:
- Add Oracle VirtualBox to Linux.
- Install a new machine in VirtualBox.
- Install Windows 10 on the new machine.
- Install and launch SolidWorks on the emulated Windows system.
SketchUp Compatibility with Linux
Trimble does not distribute a native version of SketchUp for Linux. However, any SketchUp for Web edition can be used on Linux-based browsers like Chrome and Firefox. Q4OS KDE desktop resembles MS Windows XP but operates on Linux.
Using Fusion 360 with Wine
Fusion 360 can work with Wine, as tested on Ubuntu 16.04LTS with wine-4.0-rc2. The installation process may take some time, but once installed, Fusion 360 can be located and launched. Several alternatives to Autodesk Revit are available for Linux users, with FreeCAD as the recommended open-source solution.