# AutoCAD, CATIA vs SketchUp Comparison

| | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 1,930 | 255 | 1,324 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (46.9% of reviews) | Enterprise (49.6% of reviews) | Small-Business (75.7% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | $260.00 1 user | No pricing available | $129.00 1 Seats Per Year | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### AutoCAD

Pros:
- Ease of Use (183 reviews)
- Drawing (116 reviews)

Cons:
- Expensive (65 reviews)
- Learning Curve (48 reviews)

### CATIA

Pros:
- 3D Modeling (3 reviews)
- Design Experience (3 reviews)

Cons:
- Complex Interface (2 reviews)
- Complex UI (2 reviews)

### SketchUp

Pros:
- Ease of Use (14 reviews)
- 3D Modeling (10 reviews)

Cons:
- Poor Rendering Quality (7 reviews)
- Expensive (5 reviews)

---
## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (1575 reviews) | 8.7 (219 reviews) | 8.5 (1133 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.3 (1583 reviews) | 7.3 (222 reviews) | 8.9 (1151 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.3 (343 reviews) | 8.2 (25 reviews) | 9.0 (269 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.0 (204 reviews) | 7.7 (11 reviews) | 8.3 (104 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (1419 reviews) | 7.7 (195 reviews) | 8.1 (902 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.5 (203 reviews) | 7.8 (13 reviews) | 8.5 (101 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.0 (1544 reviews) | 8.1 (217 reviews) | 8.2 (1120 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### AutoCAD

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Monthly Subscription

Price: $260.00 1 user

Description: Access software 1 month at a time for the lowest up-front investment.


Key Features:
- Access to the latest software releases
- 1-on-1 online support
- Includes AutoCAD Mobile App

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### CATIA

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### SketchUp

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Go Subscription

Price: $129.00 1 Seats Per Year

Description: Design & collaborate anywhere.

Key Features:
- Web & iPad based 3D Modeling Platform
- Unlimited Cloud Storage on Trimble Connect
- Community Support and SketchUp Help Center Access

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

---
## Features Comparison By Category

### Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.1/10 | 490 |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.3/10 | 317 |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Visualizing** | 8.4 (411 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (298 reviews) | 
| **Rendering** | 7.3 (378 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.8 (296 reviews) | 
| **Drawing** | 9.2 (428 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (297 reviews) | 
| **Editing** | 8.8 (410 reviews) | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Sequence Steps** | 8.2 (371 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (271 reviews) | 
| **Dynamic Updating** | 8.3 (199 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.6 (221 reviews) | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Multi User** | 7.9 (368 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.8 (222 reviews) | 
| **File Import/Export** | 8.8 (422 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (293 reviews) | 
| **Annotating ** | 8.7 (416 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.1 (269 reviews) | 
| **Document Storage** | 8.7 (396 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.5 (259 reviews) | 

#### Construction

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Fabrication** | 8.4 (367 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.5 (239 reviews) | 
| **Reinforcement Tools** | 8.2 (357 reviews) | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Clash Detection ** | 7.5 (335 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.6 (216 reviews) | 
| **Grading** | 8.1 (187 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.8 (201 reviews) | 
| **Earthwork** | 7.8 (180 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.5 (190 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 7.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.2 (118 reviews) | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 7.1 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.1 (118 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | 6.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.4 (119 reviews) | 

#### Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Role-Based Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Centralized Data Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Lifecycle Cost Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimation** | 7.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Clash Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Electrical System Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **MEP Coordination** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Load Calculation & Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interoperability with BIM & CAD** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Circuit Design Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### 3D Modeling

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.1/10 | 290 |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Sculpting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.0 (274 reviews) | 
| **Topology** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (268 reviews) | 
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (272 reviews) | 
| **Brush Variety ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.4 (265 reviews) | 
| **Effects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.0 (265 reviews) | 

#### Move

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Animate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.6 (264 reviews) | 
| **Render** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (270 reviews) | 
| **Views** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (272 reviews) | 

#### Store & Manage

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Pipeline ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (253 reviews) | 
| **Controls** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.6 (260 reviews) | 
| **Template library ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (261 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.1 (248 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.2 (246 reviews) | 

### General-Purpose CAD

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.4/10 | 595 |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 8.2/10 | 329 |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | 9.5 (529 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (305 reviews) | 
| **Modeling** | 8.0 (495 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (308 reviews) | 
| **Visualize ** | 8.2 (488 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (308 reviews) | 
| **Rendering** | 7.4 (427 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.7 (294 reviews) | 

#### Edit

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **File Import ** | 8.7 (495 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.1 (297 reviews) | 
| **Push/Pull** | 8.2 (438 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.1 (305 reviews) | 
| **Views** | 8.5 (484 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.8 (304 reviews) | 
| **Grips ** | 8.5 (458 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (290 reviews) | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Annotate** | 8.6 (478 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.4 (265 reviews) | 
| **Documentation ** | 8.6 (470 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.5 (264 reviews) | 
| **Data Extract** | 8.4 (447 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.3 (244 reviews) | 

### GIS

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.4/10 | 46 |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |

#### Data Management

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Data Capture** | 8.6 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Storage** | 8.8 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Manipulation** | 8.6 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | 8.8 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Map Creation

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Geocoding** | 8.4 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Buffer Zone Query** | 8.0 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Overlaying** | 8.7 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Publishing** | 8.6 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Analysis

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Spatial Analysis** | 8.5 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting ** | 7.9 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Streaming ** | 8.0 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Simulation & CAE

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Fluid analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Finite element analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multibody dynamics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Work

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Discrete event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Continuous event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mechanical event simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manufacturing process simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integrate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Environment

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Urban Planning and Design

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.5/10 | 166 |

#### Plan

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (144 reviews) | 
| **Sequence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (141 reviews) | 
| **Annotate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.6 (138 reviews) | 
| **Collaborate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (133 reviews) | 

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **3D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (158 reviews) | 
| **3D Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (158 reviews) | 
| **2D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (147 reviews) | 
| **Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (156 reviews) | 

#### Analysis

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Sustainability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (132 reviews) | 
| **Liveability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Movement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (133 reviews) | 

### Architectural Rendering

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **CATIA** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.2/10 | 477 |

#### Library

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Objects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (460 reviews) | 
| **Materials** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (464 reviews) | 

#### Rendering

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Textures** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (453 reviews) | 
| **Shading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (448 reviews) | 
| **Lighting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (444 reviews) | 
| **Exterior Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (435 reviews) | 
| **Aerial Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (411 reviews) | 
| **Atmospheric rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (394 reviews) | 

#### Integrations

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **BIM Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (368 reviews) | 
| **3D Rendering Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (419 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.2 (238 reviews) | 

### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.4/10 | 21 |
| **CATIA** | 8.4/10 | 9 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |

#### Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | 9.2 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering Tools** | 7.4 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing Tools** | 9.2 (14 reviews) | 9.2 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Editing Tools** | 9.1 (13 reviews) | 8.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Text Editing Tools** | 8.7 (13 reviews) | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Export Files** | 8.5 (13 reviews) | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Import Files** | 8.8 (13 reviews) | 8.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File Interoperability** | 8.1 (15 reviews) | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Backwards compatibility** | 8.3 (13 reviews) | 8.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File size** | 8.2 (14 reviews) | 7.9 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom Commands** | 8.5 (14 reviews) | 8.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Scripts** | 8.8 (14 reviews) | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Menus** | 8.3 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Interface** | 8.4 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | 8.2 (13 reviews) | 7.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Task-based interfaces** | 8.3 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | 8.5 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Command Clarity** | 8.8 (13 reviews) | 7.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

---
## Categories

**Unique to AutoCAD (4):** [GIS Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/gis), [Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/building-design-and-building-information-modeling-bim), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad)

**Unique to CATIA (2):** [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae)

**Unique to SketchUp (6):** [Urban Planning and Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/urban-planning-and-design), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/building-design-and-building-information-modeling-bim), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [3D Modeling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling), [Architectural Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/architectural-rendering)


---
## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | AutoCAD | CATIA | SketchUp | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 46.9% | 21.7% | 75.7% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 34.3% | 28.7% | 18.0% | 
| **Enterprise** | 18.9% | 49.6% | 6.3% | 

### By Industry

#### AutoCAD

- **Architecture & Planning:** 22.3%
- **Civil Engineering:** 10.4%
- **Construction:** 9.3%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 8.6%
- **Design:** 8.4%
- **Oil & Energy:** 3.2%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.9%
- **Automotive:** 2.9%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 2.3%
- **Higher Education:** 1.8%
- **Other:** 27.8%

#### CATIA

- **Automotive:** 26.3%
- **Aviation & Aerospace:** 21.7%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 13.8%
- **Design:** 9.6%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 5.0%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 3.3%
- **Higher Education:** 2.5%
- **Defense & Space:** 1.7%
- **Computer Software:** 1.3%
- **Medical Devices:** 1.3%
- **Other:** 13.8%

#### SketchUp

- **Architecture & Planning:** 47.1%
- **Design:** 16.6%
- **Construction:** 11.1%
- **Civil Engineering:** 2.4%
- **Higher Education:** 1.3%
- **Graphic Design:** 1.1%
- **Retail:** 1.0%
- **Furniture:** 0.9%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 0.9%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 0.9%
- **Other:** 16.8%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to AutoCAD

- [Altium Develop](https://www.g2.com/products/altium-develop/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (996 reviews)
- [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews)
- [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews)
- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (695 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews)
- [Esri ArcGIS](https://www.g2.com/products/esri-arcgis/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (539 reviews)
- [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews)
- [MicroStation](https://www.g2.com/products/microstation/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (404 reviews)
- [ZWCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/zwcad/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (349 reviews)
- [ActCAD BIM](https://www.g2.com/products/actcad-actcad-bim/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (50 reviews)

### Alternatives to CATIA

- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (695 reviews)
- [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews)
- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (519 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews)
- [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews)
- [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews)
- [FreeCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/freecad/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (61 reviews)
- [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews)

### Alternatives to SketchUp

- [Archicad](https://www.g2.com/products/archicad/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (291 reviews)
- [Revit](https://www.g2.com/products/revit/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (945 reviews)
- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (695 reviews)
- [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews)
- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (519 reviews)
- [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (315 reviews)
- [Vectorworks Architect](https://www.g2.com/products/vectorworks-architect/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (235 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)

---
## Top Discussions

### AutoCAD

- Title: [Can we add simulation?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/15648-can-we-add-simulation) — 4 comments, 3 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Yes we can do any kind of simulation here. This tool provides great flexibility."
- Title: [Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-of-the-features-might-be-useful-for-cad-software) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "3d extend "
- Title: [What is AutoCAD Architecture used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-autocad-architecture-used-for) — 2 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "AutoCAD Architecture is a specialized version of AutoCAD developed for architects and building professionals. It provides intelligent architectural..."
- Title: [Can you do 3d in AutoCAD?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-you-do-3d-in-autocad) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Yes"
- Title: [What is AutoCAD software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-autocad-software-used-for) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "drafting, design and drawing production.  2d and 3d"

### CATIA

- Title: [What is CATIA used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-catia-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "It is high-end CAD software used for creating 3D data in manufacturing industry."
- Title: [What is inside Catia software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-inside-catia-software) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "CAD 3D models from product industry and engineering"
- Title: [What is Catia software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-catia-software-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "CATIA software is commonly used for:
1. Plastic and Metal parts design.
2. Wire harness design.
3. Drafting and Drawing
4. Mould and Die design.
5...."
- Title: [If CATIA provide solution for fluid dynamics problem it will be good](https://www.g2.com/discussions/31774-if-catia-provide-solution-for-fluid-dynamics-problem-it-will-be-good) — 1 comment, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Catia has computational fluid dynamic (CFD)
You have to add in floEFD into your catia. 
It can be added from version 5 or above. 

Similarly you can also..."

### SketchUp

- Title: [What is SketchUp used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-sketchup-used-for) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "What I primarily use SketchUp for is extremely quick concept ideas for the construction of a project or the explaining of a project. The programs easy..."
- Title: [Ye](https://www.g2.com/discussions/ye) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi!"
- Title: [When is the Sketchup for IPAD going to be released. I joined the beta back in September 2021 and have been waiting eagerly.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/when-is-the-sketchup-for-ipad-going-to-be-released-i-joined-the-beta-back-in-september-2021-and-have-been-waiting-eagerly) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hey there! SketchUp for iPad has been released. Check out our website for more information: https://www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-for-ipad"
- Title: [Building the site is a pain but is critical. This needs to be easier.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/building-the-site-is-a-pain-but-is-critical-this-needs-to-be-easier) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Try the 2DXY_SiteSurvey add-on.  The precise survey lines are very easy to set.  The become familiar with the integrated site location and sand box tools for..."
- Title: [What is next?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-next-d4049eff-b5d6-487f-b730-0c3f2631ae44) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "#iPad!!!"

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