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At a Glance
AutoCAD
AutoCAD
Star Rating
(1,898)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Free Trial is available
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Revit
Revit
Star Rating
(929)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$290 per month
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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 technical drawings. Users appreciate its parametric constraints and automation features, which streamline design iterations and enhance productivity.
  • Users say that Revit stands out for its parametric BIM modeling and real-time collaboration capabilities. This functionality is particularly beneficial for MEP workflows, as it helps eliminate coordination errors by automatically linking changes across views.
  • According to verified reviews, AutoCAD is praised for its ease of use, especially among small businesses. Many users find it intuitive for generating drawings, which is crucial for industries that frequently rely on detailed layouts and last-minute changes.
  • Reviewers mention that Revit's interface is very intuitive, allowing users to quickly adapt and leverage its powerful features. Long-time users highlight its ability to embed complex logic through parametric processes, making it a versatile tool for architectural work.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while AutoCAD has a strong reputation for reliability, Revit's collaborative features are a game-changer for teams working on large projects. Users note that Revit's real-time updates significantly improve workflow efficiency and reduce errors.
  • Users report that AutoCAD's strong support for file import/export makes it easy to collaborate with others in the design and engineering fields, as most professionals are familiar with its file formats. In contrast, Revit's focus on BIM may require additional training for those new to the software.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AutoCAD
2 Year Subscription
$2940
/2 years
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Revit
Revit Subscription (Monthly)
$290
per month
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Free Trial
AutoCAD
Free Trial is available
Revit
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,544
8.8
733
Ease of Use
8.3
1,552
7.5
748
Ease of Setup
8.2
312
7.9
197
Ease of Admin
8.0
204
7.4
127
Quality of Support
8.2
1,390
7.8
683
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
203
8.1
121
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
1,520
9.1
709
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
8.1
482
8.2
432
Design
8.4
412
8.9
394
7.3
379
7.7
378
9.2
422
8.9
398
8.8
410
8.6
367
8.2
372
8.1
337
8.3
199
8.8
189
Collaboration
7.9
367
8.9
374
8.9
420
8.5
391
8.7
413
8.5
391
8.7
397
8.3
367
Construction
8.4
367
8.1
298
8.2
358
7.9
274
7.5
336
7.9
329
8.1
187
8.0
163
7.8
181
7.6
156
Generative AI
7.2
48
6.2
60
7.1
46
6.0
60
6.2
48
6.0
61
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
8.3
6
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.4
564
Not enough data
Design
9.5
508
Not enough data
8.1
481
Not enough data
8.2
477
Not enough data
7.4
424
Not enough data
Edit
8.7
488
Not enough data
8.2
438
Not enough data
8.5
481
Not enough data
8.5
456
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.6
474
Not enough data
8.6
467
Not enough data
8.4
442
Not enough data
8.5
46
Not enough data
Data Management
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.8
39
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
8.9
38
Not enough data
Map Creation
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.0
33
Not enough data
8.7
37
Not enough data
8.7
35
Not enough data
Analysis
8.5
35
Not enough data
8.0
35
Not enough data
8.0
29
Not enough data
Architectural RenderingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
7.9
112
Library
Not enough data
8.2
104
Not enough data
8.1
104
Rendering
Not enough data
7.9
100
Not enough data
8.0
101
Not enough data
8.0
100
Not enough data
7.7
97
Not enough data
7.7
93
Not enough data
7.1
89
Integrations
Not enough data
9.2
101
Not enough data
8.6
100
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.4
22
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
8.4
18
Not enough data
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
AutoCAD
Revit
Revit
AutoCAD and Revit are categorized as Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Unique Categories
Revit
Revit is categorized as Architectural Rendering
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AutoCAD
AutoCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
46.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
34.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
19.0%
Revit
Revit
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
39.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
43.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.7%
Reviewers' Industry
AutoCAD
AutoCAD
Architecture & Planning
22.3%
Civil Engineering
10.5%
Construction
9.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.7%
Design
8.4%
Other
40.7%
Revit
Revit
Architecture & Planning
46.4%
Construction
18.3%
Civil Engineering
9.8%
Design
7.5%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
5.6%
Other
12.6%
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Discussions
AutoCAD
AutoCAD Discussions
Can we add simulation?
4 Comments
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Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?
3 Comments
Zuki M.
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 you do 3d in AutoCAD?
3 Comments
Suyash S.
SS
Yes 3D modelling is possible in AutoCAD.Read more
Revit
Revit Discussions
Can we export schedule into exel
3 Comments
Chirag G.
CG
From the schedule view: Big R > Export > Reports > Schedule. It creates a .txt file that can be opened in Excel. ThanksRead more
Which is better Sketchup or Revit?
3 Comments
Ibrahim b.
IB
Do you use Revit to finish all drafting as well?
2 Comments
Armando M.
AM
We complete from beginning to end Revit projects completely within Revit. It definitely takes effort getting plans to look the same as the Company Standard...Read more