SelfCAD
SelfCAD is a 3D modeling application for work ranging from sketching and sculpting to rendering and 3D printing.
What SelfCAD is
SelfCAD is a 3D modeling application for work ranging from sketching and sculpting to rendering and 3D printing. It runs in a browser and also has PC software for offline projects and storage, with online and offline projects synchronized for work across locations. Listed platforms are web, Windows, macOS, and Linux. Tools include sculpting, animation, realistic rendering, image-to-3D conversion, and model modification options such as extrusion and reshape. A built-in slicer supports most FDM 3D printers, and the app works with industry-standard 3D formats. Interactive tutorials, lessons, videos, and starter courses help users learn. A limited free plan is available. The 10-day Pro trial requires no credit card and can be canceled anytime. SelfCAD is created and operated by CROSSBROWSER 3D LLC.
Good
- Browser access and PC software are available.
- Online and offline projects synchronize.
- Includes sculpting, animation, and realistic rendering.
- Built-in slicer supports most FDM 3D printers.
- Trial requires no credit card.
Watch out
- The free plan has limited tools and features.
- The 10-day trial is limited to its stated period.
Who it suits
SelfCAD suits people who want modeling, rendering, animation, and 3D-print preparation tools in one application. Its browser and PC access may help users who work both online and offline.
Verdict
SelfCAD combines a range of 3D design tools with browser and offline access. The limited free plan and no-credit-card trial offer ways to start, while broader tools are part of paid plans.
Plans and prices
From SelfCAD's own pricing page, checked 28 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Forever with limited features · Limited access to tools · Basic 3D modeling · Free forever |
| SelfCAD Pro Monthly | $14.99 a month | Full modeling tools · Rendering · Animation · Image to 3D · billed monthly |
| SelfCAD Pro Yearly | $139.99 a year | Full modeling tools · Rendering · Animation · Image to 3D · billed annually |
| SelfCAD Perpetual License | $599, paid once | Lifetime access · Lifetime access · Lifetime access |
| 10-day free trial | Free | Access to all products for 10 days |
The facts
Each one read from SelfCAD's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- 3D Design Scope
- Provides end-to-end 3D modeling tools from sketching and sculpting through rendering and 3D printing.checked 28 Sep 2026
- 3D Formats
- Integrates with all industry-standard 3D formats.checked 28 Sep 2026
- 3D print export
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
- Animation tools
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
- Customer Support
- Support can provide resources, tips, and customized tutorials beyond bug fixes and system errors.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Hybrid Sync
- Synchronizes online and offline projects for work across locations.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Image To 3D
- Can turn 2D images into 3D models.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Interactive Tutorials
- Built-in step-by-step interactive tutorials help users build models within the app.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Modification Tools
- Includes Cut with Profile, Simplify Object, Extrusion, and Reshape tools.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Paid from
- 11.99checked 21 Sep 2026
- PC Access
- A PC version supports offline project work and storage.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Render engine
- bothchecked 21 Sep 2026
- Rendering
- Can generate realistic renders of designs.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Sculpting tools
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
- Shape Generators
- Provides 3D shape generators that can serve as primitives for model design.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Slicer Support
- Includes a built-in slicer compatible with most FDM 3D printers and standard slicer features.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Training Materials
- Offers interactive lessons, YouTube videos, and 3D modeling starter courses.checked 28 Sep 2026
Where it runs
- Browser Access
- Works in a browser on any device without downloads.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Platform access
- bothchecked 21 Sep 2026
The company
- Company Operator
- SelfCAD is created and operated by CROSSBROWSER 3D LLC.checked 28 Sep 2026
Money
- Free plan
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
- Free Plan Limits
- A free version is available with limited access to tools and limited features.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Price Policy
- Paid Pro accounts do not receive additional charges when new software features are added.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Pro Trial Access
- The site advertises 10 days of SelfCAD Pro access at no cost.checked 28 Sep 2026
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