BricsCAD V26 Press Release

The real CAD alternative: BricsCAD® V26 has been on the market since October 2025

In the world of CAD software, the choice may seem like an illusion. One dominant player, one way of working, one licensing model. But professionals know better. They know what work requires – uncompromising CAD performance, licensing without strings attached, and innovation without unnecessary complexity.

At Bricsys® we believe that professionals deserve more. And we emphasize this with our new slogan: the real CAD alternative .

In October of this year, this topic was the focus with the launch of BricsCAD® V26 .

Smoother than you think: A transition that respects your work

The switch from CAD platforms has a reputation: risky, disruptive, expensive. But the reality is different with BricsCAD.

• DWG file compatibility. Your files open and save seamlessly. No conversions or data loss.

• Your CAD environment moves with you. Menus, scripts, LISP routines, printers, templates, and blocks are transferred automatically.

• Immediately familiar CAD interface. Most users are set up within an hour and productive within a day.

The result? A migration to BricsCAD that runs smoother than you think. Whether you are designing, modeling, drawing, detailing, or documenting, you maintain momentum instead of losing time.

Designed for professionals who care about details

BricsCAD was designed for professionals who care about details, who know that precision matters, and who cannot afford delays.

• CAD performance under pressure. BricsCAD runs 2.7 times faster when opening more than 500 DWG files and 2.8 times faster when executing advanced LISP routines.

• AI-driven CAD tools. Features like Blockify reduce file size by up to 90% by converting repetitive geometry into blocks. Auto-parameterization converts 3D models into fully constrained designs with one click. And the predictive Quad cursor, based on machine learning, anticipates your next move to avoid unnecessary effort.

• Multi-core optimization. BricsCAD utilizes modern hardware to accelerate drawing loading, detail view creation, and rendering.

For those who care about details – every dimension, every assembly, every survey line – BricsCAD offers precision without compromise.

Better value, real CAD cost savings

CAD software is the backbone of design and construction but does not necessarily have to come with an inflated price. BricsCAD proves that professionals can achieve both performance and savings.

• Flexible CAD licensing. Choose between perpetual, subscription, network, or single-seat. Combine options as you like to create the environment your team needs.

• Lower total cost of ownership. A perpetual BricsCAD license costs about half of an annual AutoCAD® subscription.

For teams that need to scale, be it across offices or projects, the value equation is simple: BricsCAD offers professional CAD capabilities at a fraction of the cost.

Trusted by industry leaders, based on standards

The proof is not just in the features but also in the companies that rely on them. BricsCAD is used by leading companies worldwide, including Fluor, SNCF, Mitsubishi Electric, PERI, Subsea 7, Mazda, and Volvo.

And Bricsys backs this trust with technical expertise. As a founding member of the Open Design Alliance, Bricsys guarantees uncompromised DWG compatibility as an approved secondary source. This means: no dependency, no “black box” formats, and no interrupted workflows.

BricsCAD V26: Raising the bar again

BricsCAD V26 is more than just a product update. It is a testament to our commitment to continually raise the bar and provide a CAD platform that drives, accelerates, and adapts smarter workflows across different disciplines.

For professionals in design, construction, surveying, or manufacturing, V26 demonstrates what a real CAD alternative looks like in practice.