# AutoCAD vs Visio Comparison

| | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 1,934 | 690 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (46.9% of reviews) | Enterprise (41.9% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | $260.00 1 user | $0.00 | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### AutoCAD

Pros:
- Ease of Use (180 reviews)
- Drawing (115 reviews)

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

### Visio

Pros:
- Ease of Use (11 reviews)
- Templates (6 reviews)

Cons:
- Expensive (5 reviews)
- Learning Curve (4 reviews)

---
## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (1579 reviews) | 8.8 (599 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.3 (1587 reviews) | 8.2 (605 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.3 (347 reviews) | 8.8 (139 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.0 (204 reviews) | 8.1 (107 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (1423 reviews) | 8.1 (388 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.5 (203 reviews) | 8.5 (95 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.0 (1548 reviews) | 6.8 (589 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

### Visio

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Free

Price: $0.00

Description: A basic Visio plan is included for free as part of Microsoft 365 subscription.

Key Features:
- Great for viewing diagrams and minor editing​
- Coauthor, edit, add comments, and share diagrams in real time via the Visio web app or Microsoft Teams​
- Access dozens of templates and sample diagrams to create:​ Business diagrams, ​General flowcharts,​ Basic organization charts Infographic timelines​

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

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Team Collaboration

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Communication

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Status Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Instant Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Feed** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Comments and Voting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Discussions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User Directory** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Online Status of Coworkers** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Content Management

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Collaboration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Knowledge Base** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Surveys** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Productivity Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Language Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Moderation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User, Role, and Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance and Reliability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.1/10 | 490 |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Visualizing** | 8.4 (411 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering** | 7.3 (378 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing** | 9.2 (428 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Editing** | 8.8 (410 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Sequence Steps** | 8.2 (371 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Dynamic Updating** | 8.3 (199 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Multi User** | 7.9 (368 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File Import/Export** | 8.8 (422 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Annotating ** | 8.7 (416 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | 8.7 (396 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Construction

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Fabrication** | 8.4 (367 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Reinforcement Tools** | 8.2 (357 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Clash Detection ** | 7.5 (335 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Grading** | 8.1 (187 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Earthwork** | 7.8 (180 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 7.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 7.1 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | 6.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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

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

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

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

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

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

### General-Purpose CAD

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.4/10 | 599 |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | 9.5 (532 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Modeling** | 8.0 (498 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Visualize ** | 8.1 (491 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering** | 7.4 (428 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Edit

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Import ** | 8.7 (496 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Push/Pull** | 8.2 (439 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Views** | 8.5 (485 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Grips ** | 8.4 (459 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Annotate** | 8.6 (480 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Documentation ** | 8.7 (473 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Data Extract** | 8.4 (448 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### GIS

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

#### Data Management

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

#### Map Creation

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

#### Analysis

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

### Org Chart

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Visio** | 8.5/10 | 151 |

#### Logistics

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Integration** | Not enough data | 8.4 (114 reviews) | 
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | 7.9 (99 reviews) | 
| **Export** | Not enough data | 8.3 (130 reviews) | 
| **Upload** | Not enough data | 8.2 (114 reviews) | 
| **Employee Directory** | Not enough data | 8.1 (54 reviews) | 

#### Editing & Design

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Drag-and-Drop** | Not enough data | 9.1 (143 reviews) | 
| **Update** | Not enough data | 8.7 (132 reviews) | 
| **Customize** | Not enough data | 8.8 (140 reviews) | 
| **Details** | Not enough data | 8.7 (142 reviews) | 
| **Restructure** | Not enough data | 8.6 (137 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Org Chart

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Collaborative Whiteboard

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | 9.0 (7 reviews) | 
| **Marker Colors** | Not enough data | 9.4 (6 reviews) | 
| **Mind Mapping** | Not enough data | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Templates** | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 
| **Drag-and-Drop** | Not enough data | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 

#### Communication Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Voting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integrations

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **CMS Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Software Offering

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **In-Browser** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Desktop App** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile App** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Collaborative Whiteboard

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Mind Mapping

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Collaboration Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Collaborative Editing** | Not enough data | 8.6 (6 reviews) | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | 7.8 (6 reviews) | 
| **Notes and Comments** | Not enough data | 8.9 (6 reviews) | 

#### Visual Tools

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Styles and Themes** | Not enough data | 9.4 (6 reviews) | 
| **Image Import** | Not enough data | 9.4 (6 reviews) | 
| **Custom Icons** | Not enough data | 8.3 (6 reviews) | 

#### Mind Map Availability 

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Formats** | Not enough data | 9.4 (6 reviews) | 
| **Cloud Storage Integration** | Not enough data | 9.7 (6 reviews) | 
| **Mobile Application** | Not enough data | 6.7 (6 reviews) | 
| **Desktop Availability** | Not enough data | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Mind Mapping

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Visual Collaboration Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Collaboration

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Integrated Communications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Native Communications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Board Overview** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Hardware

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Required Hardware** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bring Your Own Device** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

####  Security

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign-On (SSO)** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Visual Collaboration Platforms

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Wireframing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | N/A | N/A |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Importing Abilities** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Design Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Framework Libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Outlining Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mockup Creations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Collaboration Software Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Exporting Capabilities** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **AutoCAD** | 8.2/10 | 22 |
| **Visio** | N/A | N/A |

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

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | 7.5 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering Tools** | 7.0 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing Tools** | 9.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Editing Tools** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Text Editing Tools** | 8.7 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Export Files** | 8.5 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Import Files** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File Interoperability** | 8.2 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Backwards compatibility** | 8.2 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **File size** | 8.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Custom Commands** | 8.1 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Scripts** | 8.3 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Menus** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Interface** | 8.2 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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

| Feature | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | 7.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Task-based interfaces** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Command Clarity** | 8.6 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 

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## 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 Visio (6):** [Org Chart Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/org-chart), [Diagramming Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/diagramming), [Collaborative Whiteboard Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/collaborative-whiteboard), [Mind Mapping Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mind-mapping-software), [Visual Collaboration Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/visual-collaboration-platforms), [Wireframing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/wireframing)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | AutoCAD | Visio | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 46.9% | 25.9% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 34.2% | 32.2% | 
| **Enterprise** | 18.9% | 41.9% | 

### By Industry

#### AutoCAD

- **Architecture & Planning:** 22.3%
- **Civil Engineering:** 10.4%
- **Construction:** 9.2%
- **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:** 27.9%

#### Visio

- **Information Technology and Services:** 9.9%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 6.3%
- **Computer Software:** 5.2%
- **Higher Education:** 4.5%
- **Computer Networking:** 3.1%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.7%
- **Management Consulting:** 2.7%
- **Design:** 2.2%
- **Financial Services:** 2.2%
- **Chemicals:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 59.0%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to AutoCAD

- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1324 reviews)
- [Altium Develop](https://www.g2.com/products/altium-develop/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1002 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 (192 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 (606 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 (598 reviews)
- [MicroStation](https://www.g2.com/products/microstation/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (415 reviews)
- [ZWCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/zwcad/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (350 reviews)

### Alternatives to Visio

- [Miro](https://www.g2.com/products/miro/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (13107 reviews)
- [Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (8668 reviews)
- [Mural](https://www.g2.com/products/mural/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1459 reviews)
- [SmartDraw](https://www.g2.com/products/smartdraw/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (385 reviews)
- [Creately](https://www.g2.com/products/creately/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1391 reviews)
- [Gliffy](https://www.g2.com/products/gliffy/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (222 reviews)
- [Sketch](https://www.g2.com/products/sketch/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1226 reviews)
- [Whimsical](https://www.g2.com/products/whimsical/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (189 reviews)
- [FigJam](https://www.g2.com/products/fig-jam/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (462 reviews)
- [Figma](https://www.g2.com/products/figma/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1552 reviews)

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## 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"

### Visio

- Title: [What is most interesting thing you like on Visio?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-most-interesting-thing-you-like-on-visio) — 4 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "That depends what are you trying to do. In my opinion. the ability to draw different types of diagrams using forms libraries, either built-in or that you can..."
- Title: [Can I use this software for drawing diagrams easily?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-i-use-this-software-for-drawing-diagrams-easily) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "For sure, yes"
- Title: [Is Visio better than PowerPoint?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-visio-better-than-powerpoint) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "PowerPoint And Visio are two different products."
- Title: [Is Visio free with Office 365?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-visio-free-with-office-365) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "No, it is separate license and it is not cheap. "
- Title: [Is there any option (search engine) available in software, where I can import shapes from Internet?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-any-option-search-engine-available-in-software-where-i-can-import-shapes-from-internet) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "On the Insert tab, click Pictures or Online Pictures. Browse to the location of the file that you want to insert, select the file, and then click Open . Tip:..."

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