Dune 3D is a parametric 3D CAD application that supports STEP import/export, fillets and chamfers.
Publisher’s description
What is Dune 3D?
Dune 3D by Dune 3D project is open-source Windows software in the 3d & cad category. It is written in C. Besides Windows, it is available for Linux.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.4.0, released on January 28, 2026. The version history goes back to October 22, 2024: 3 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 2.4 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (dune3d/dune3d) has 2,120 stars. Similar programs include PrusaSlicer, SolveSpace and MeshLab.
Project description on GitHub: “3D CAD application”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Also runs on Linux
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Dune 3D is an open-source 3d & cad tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Key features
- Sketch and constrain in 2D and 3D
- Add chamfers and fillets
- Import STEP models for referencing them
- Export high-quality STEP and STL files
AppStream · Flathub
Is Dune 3D safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
3B011518631206BFB80B7B512A68A1FCAC3C623DE16FCC812BBF48ECD603ED95· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 3 versions ›3 versions over 1 year · about 2.4 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4.0Latest | January 28, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.3.0 | March 14, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.2.0 | October 22, 2024 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id dune3d.dune3d -emsiexec /i dune3d-1.4.0-x64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {10DF69FA-35C0-48C9-8F8B-A6A4DF87E100} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
flatpak install flathub org.dune3d.dune3dInformation
- Publisher
- Dune 3D project
- Category
- 3D & CAD
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/dune3d/dune3d
- Written in
- C
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Other platforms
- Linux
- Version
- 1.4.0
- Released
- January 28, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- November 26, 2024
- Versions listed
- 3
- Updates / year
- 2.4
- GitHub stars
- 2,120
- GitHub forks
- 98
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- dune3d.dune3d
- MSI product code
- {10DF69FA-35C0-48C9-8F8B-A6A4DF87E100}
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dune 3D free?
Yes. Dune 3D is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is Dune 3D safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Dune 3D with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Dune 3D be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does Dune 3D run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Dune 3D?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 22, 2024.
What are alternatives to Dune 3D?
PrusaSlicer, SolveSpace, MeshLab, Bambu Studio and Ultimaker Cura. The alternatives page compares them.
