BricsCAD
Develops BricsCAD, a native-DWG CAD software platform with 2D drafting, 3D modeling, BIM, and mechanical design toolsets that enables design-to-manufacturing workflows including 3D printing preparation
- CEO / Founder
- Rahul Kejriwal
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Hexagon AB
Technology & Products
Key Products
BricsCAD (2D drafting, 3D modeling, BIM, mechanical design), BricsCAD Shape (free 3D modeler)
Technological Advantage
Proprietary DWG-native architecture enables 100% AutoCAD file compatibility without third-party add-ons; AI Copy/Move tools automate repetitive 2D tasks; Direct modeling capabilities allow modification of imported 3D models without history-based constraints
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides a cost-effective AutoCAD alternative with full DWG compatibility at 65% lower licensing cost ($1,180/year vs $1,955/year for AutoCAD), enabling seamless transition for existing AutoCAD users while offering advanced 3D modeling tools for manufacturing and 3D printing workflows
How They Differentiate
65% lower cost than AutoCAD with equivalent DWG compatibility; AI-powered drafting tools reduce repetitive tasks by 40-60%; Multi-user network licensing vs individual licenses; Direct modeling capabilities for imported 3D data without history constraints
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Engineers, designers, manufacturers, contractors, architects, and mechanical designers in AEC, manufacturing, and industrial sectors
Industry Verticals
Architecture, Engineering & Construction; Manufacturing; Mechanical Design; Industrial Design; Additive Manufacturing
Competitors
Autodesk AutoCAD; Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks; Trimble SketchUp; Onshape; Siemens NX
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
300,000+ users worldwide across 110+ countries; $63M annual revenue in 2026; 600+ global solution developers creating 1,500+ applications on BricsCAD platform
Major Milestones
Founded in 2002 by Erik de Keyser; Acquired by Hexagon AB in 2018; Rebranded as Octave BricsCAD in 2026; 20th anniversary in 2022; Over 300,000 users worldwide
Notable Customers
Tecnicas Reunidas (engineering firm); Practical Products (stainless steel manufacturer)