Alternatives to MoI 3D
Create precise curves and surfaces with a streamlined NURBS modeler. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
The original
MoI 3D
Create precise curves and surfaces with a streamlined NURBS modeler.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as MoI 3D.
Rhinoceros
Create and edit precise freeform 3D models for design and fabrication.
Rhinoceros offers curve and surface modeling with a broad design-plugin ecosystem on Windows and macOS, though plug-ins and some features differ between the two platforms.
Plasticity
Model solid and surface forms with CAD tools aimed at visual design.
Plasticity mixes precise modeling with direct shape manipulation for artistic hard-surface work and adds a Linux build, but it is paid with formats depending on edition.
Shapr3D
Touch-first parametric CAD app originally built for iPad, now on desktop.
Shapr3D moves to touch and stylus-first parametric CAD on iPad, Windows and macOS, with a limited free tier rather than a paid-only licence.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
FreeCAD
A parametric 3D modeller for real objects: design by sketching constrained 2D shapes, then change the parameters later.
Blender
The free 3D creation suite: modelling, sculpting, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing and video editing.
KeyShot
Commercial real-time 3D rendering software for producing product visuals from CAD data.
SolidWorks
Industry-standard parametric CAD software for 3D design and product development.
