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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (67.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $299.00 1 Seat Per Year
No pricing available
DraftSight
Star Rating
(206)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $299.00 1 Seat Per Year
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Star Rating
(58)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
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Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that DraftSight excels in 2D drawing capabilities, achieving a score of 9.3, while FreeCAD's score of 8.4 indicates it may not be as robust for users focused primarily on 2D design.
- Reviewers mention that FreeCAD shines in 3D modeling with a score of 8.1 compared to DraftSight's lower score of 6.5, making it a better choice for users who prioritize solid modeling tools.
- G2 users highlight DraftSight's superior file export options, scoring 8.9, which is higher than FreeCAD's 8.4, suggesting that DraftSight may offer more flexibility for users needing to share designs.
- Users on G2 indicate that FreeCAD provides better visualization and rendering tools, with scores of 8.0 and 7.5 respectively, which may appeal to users looking for high-quality presentations of their designs.
- Reviewers say that DraftSight has a more user-friendly setup process, scoring 8.7, while FreeCAD lacks in this area, which could be a deciding factor for users who want a quick and easy installation experience.
- Users report that DraftSight's quality of support is rated lower at 7.2 compared to FreeCAD's 8.0, suggesting that FreeCAD may offer better assistance for users needing help with the software.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
DraftSight
DraftSight Professional
Starting at $299.00
1 Seat Per Year
Advanced 2D CAD drafting solution with powerful, time-saving functionalities and an API to help bring your designs to life quickly and easily. Ideal for companies, individuals and designers.
- Dynamic Blocks, PowerTrim, Mechanical Toolbox, DrawCompare, API Access
FreeCAD
No pricing availableFree Trial
DraftSight
Free Trial is available
FreeCAD
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.4
189
8.4
42
Ease of Use
8.3
194
7.8
43
Ease of Setup
8.7
101
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Ease of Admin
8.2
27
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Quality of Support
7.2
144
8.0
35
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
27
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
194
8.1
42
Features by Category
Design
9.3
132
8.4
23
6.4
105
8.1
25
6.6
107
8.0
23
5.8
102
7.5
21
Edit
8.3
128
8.3
23
7.1
104
7.2
21
7.6
116
8.0
23
8.0
121
7.5
23
Collaboration
8.3
128
8.2
20
7.8
115
7.7
22
7.4
113
8.2
21
File Options
8.6
50
8.3
19
8.9
51
8.4
19
9.2
53
8.1
18
7.2
42
7.9
18
7.9
40
6.9
14
8.3
51
7.9
18
Tools
8.7
50
7.3
19
8.5
50
7.5
19
7.0
36
7.8
19
Design
9.2
52
8.0
19
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File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
DraftSight and FreeCAD are categorized as General-Purpose CAD and CAD Viewers
Unique Categories
DraftSight has no unique categories
FreeCAD is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
DraftSight
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
FreeCAD
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
17.2%
Manufacturing
10.3%
Construction
7.9%
Design
5.9%
Architecture & Planning
5.9%
Other
52.7%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
15.1%
Design
15.1%
Information Technology and Services
7.5%
Industrial Automation
7.5%
Machinery
5.7%
Other
49.1%
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Discussions
Could you have any application for this system for free?
1 Comment
PH
It used to be free to use, but now it has a small price tag for the standard version. Well worth it if you want to use it for your business, less so if you...Read more
what operating systems does this program run on, is it microsoft freindly?
1 Comment
FF
Yes, runs on Windows with no problem.Read more
what operating systems does this program run on, is it microsoft freindly?
1 Comment
BB
I'm looking to find a cad / MDT
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Does anybody have any experience with the FEA module in FreeCad?
1 Comment
JB
The FEA module is quite usable in its current state. You should be able to do the tasks you mentioned. Follow the wiki and tutorials first to get the hang of...Read more
FREECAD FOR PROFESSIONAL
1 Comment
AJ
hi.
i just want to know that can i use FreeCAD for professional uses for free or it is open for practice/student only
Read more
new user
1 Comment
G2
Looks impressive. I look forward to getting involved. Interested in Vintage 1930s cars. i'm in AustraliaRead more
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