Hex
Hex is a free, open-source CAD and 3D modelling app for macOS. Legacy Swift Hex app. Try the Rust rewrite at hex.kitlangton.com; new source at github.com/anomalyco/hex. It has 2,901 GitHub stars and is released under the MIT license. Its source code is on GitHub at kitlangton/Hex.
- macOS
- CAD & 3D modelling
- Actively maintained
About Hex
I rewrote Hex in Rust. Try the new beta and tell me what you think. The new source lives at anomalyco/hex. This repository preserves the original Swift app, its history, and its releases.
Install Hex
Package names found in the project's README. Each links to its package page so you can check the publisher first.
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What is Hex?
Hex is a free, open-source CAD and 3D modelling app for macOS. Legacy Swift Hex app. Try the Rust rewrite at hex.kitlangton.com; new source at github.com/anomalyco/hex. It has 2,901 GitHub stars and is released under the MIT license. Its source code is on GitHub at kitlangton/Hex.
Is Hex free and open source?
Yes. Hex's source code is public on GitHub under the MIT license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install Hex?
Homebrew: brew install --cask kitlangton-hex. The commands are on this page. Installers are also on its GitHub Releases page (latest: v0.8.5).
Is Hex still maintained?
The repository's most recent commit was on Aug 27, 2026. appsgit only lists apps whose repository had a commit in the last six months.