is specifically built for cabinetry and furniture. Unlike SketchUp, it "understands" how a cabinet is built (it knows what a "kickboard" or "stile" is).
True professional-grade CAD/CAM; perfect if you eventually want to move to CNC machining. 3. Polyboard (Free Version / Demo) patched free cabinet design software with cutlist
The free version allows you to design everything in 3D and see the structure. However, it typically restricts the direct export of cutlists or CNC files unless you purchase the full version or use a "CabinetFile" service. is specifically built for cabinetry and furniture
It’s stable, legal, and the design interface is purpose-built for woodworking, saving you hours of manual drawing. 4. FreeCAD with Woodworking Workbench It’s stable, legal, and the design interface is
Massive community support and infinite design flexibility. 2. Fusion 360 (Personal Use License)
Professional cabinet software relies on complex databases for hardware and material thickness. Patched versions often lack updates, meaning your cutlist might be off by a fraction of an inch—ruining expensive sheets of plywood. Comparison Table: Free & Legal Alternatives Cutlist Method Difficulty SketchUp + OpenCutList Visual Learners Plugin (Free) Fusion 360 Precision/Parametric Add-ins / CSV FreeCAD Open Source Fans Woodworking Macro Cutlist Optimizer Fast Layouts Manual Entry (Web) Pro Tip: Use a Standalone Optimizer