Compare AutoCAD and QGIS 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (44.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$260.00 1 user
No pricing available
AutoCAD
Star Rating
(1,908)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$260.00 1 user
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansQGIS
Star Rating
(150)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about QGISSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that AutoCAD excels in precision for both 2D and 3D drafting, making it a go-to choice for professionals needing detailed technical drawings. Users appreciate features like parametric constraints and automation, which significantly enhance design iterations.
- Users say that QGIS stands out for its open-source flexibility and powerful geospatial capabilities. Reviewers highlight its ability to integrate various data formats seamlessly, which is particularly beneficial for those working with diverse datasets.
- According to verified reviews, AutoCAD's implementation process is praised for its intuitive onboarding, allowing users to quickly adapt to the software. This is especially important for teams that require fast turnaround times on projects.
- Reviewers mention that QGIS offers a user-friendly interface, which is ideal for both beginners and experienced users. The ability to add multiple layers in different formats and incorporate Python enhances its usability for complex projects.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while AutoCAD has a strong reputation for reliability, some users find it challenging to collaborate due to its proprietary file formats. In contrast, QGIS's open nature allows for easier sharing and collaboration across different platforms.
- Users appreciate that AutoCAD provides robust support, with a quality rating that reflects its commitment to customer service. However, QGIS users note that while support is available, it may not be as comprehensive, given its open-source nature.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AutoCAD
Monthly Subscription
$260.00
1 user
Access software 1 month at a time for the lowest up-front investment.
- Access to the latest software releases
- 1-on-1 online support
- Includes AutoCAD Mobile App
QGIS
No pricing availableFree Trial
AutoCAD
Free Trial is available
QGIS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,554
8.5
126
Ease of Use
8.3
1,561
8.1
126
Ease of Setup
8.2
322
8.7
30
Ease of Admin
8.0
204
8.5
18
Quality of Support
8.2
1,399
7.4
103
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
203
8.7
20
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
1,530
8.8
120
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
8.1
484
Not enough data
Design
8.4
412
Not enough data
7.3
379
Not enough data
9.2
423
Not enough data
8.8
410
Not enough data
8.2
372
Not enough data
8.3
199
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.9
367
Not enough data
8.9
420
Not enough data
8.7
414
Not enough data
8.7
397
Not enough data
Construction
8.4
367
Not enough data
8.2
358
Not enough data
7.5
336
Not enough data
8.1
187
Not enough data
7.8
181
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.2
48
Not enough data
7.1
46
Not enough data
6.2
48
Not enough data
Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
9.5
514
Not enough data
8.1
486
Not enough data
8.2
480
Not enough data
7.4
425
Not enough data
Edit
8.7
491
Not enough data
8.2
438
Not enough data
8.5
482
Not enough data
8.5
457
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.6
475
Not enough data
8.7
469
Not enough data
8.4
444
Not enough data
Data Management
8.6
38
9.1
53
8.8
39
8.5
52
8.6
37
8.7
53
8.9
38
8.7
53
Map Creation
8.4
38
8.7
47
8.0
33
8.5
47
8.7
37
9.0
53
8.7
35
8.4
45
Analysis
8.5
35
8.9
52
8.0
35
8.4
50
8.0
29
7.8
34
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.1
12
Not enough data
7.2
12
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.1
12
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AutoCAD and QGIS are categorized as GIS
Unique Categories
AutoCAD is categorized as Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), General-Purpose CAD, and Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
QGIS has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AutoCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
QGIS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Architecture & Planning
22.3%
Civil Engineering
10.5%
Construction
9.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.7%
Design
8.4%
Other
40.8%
Civil Engineering
11.9%
Information Technology and Services
11.2%
Government Administration
9.8%
Research
9.8%
Environmental Services
8.4%
Other
49.0%
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Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?
3 Comments
ZM
Photorealistic rendering techniques in AutoCAD are a way to create realistic images of 3D models. These techniques use lighting, material, and rendering...Read more
Can QGIS solve the problem of TAB file and Shape file
1 Comment
IN
Hi Himanshu,
What I generally do for this kind of error is to check with coordinate systems of both TAB & SHP files. When we're using ArcGIS or QGIS, the...Read more
Is Qgis as good as ArcGIS?
1 Comment
SS
Definitely, QGIS is a good software but not as handy as ArcGIS in terms of analysis Tools and Applications.Read more
What is the most stable version of Qgis?
1 Comment
DC
I have been using Version 3.28 for 2 years now,I have found it to be very stable and able to perform all operations that I need.Read more
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