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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Enterprise (34.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$2,135.00 Per Year
IronCAD
Star Rating
(43)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(370)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (34.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,135.00 Per Year
Free Trial is available
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- G2 reviewers report that IronCAD excels in ease of use, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and multiple ways to accomplish tasks. One user noted that it is "relatively simple to use" and becomes "fast and efficient" once learned, making it accessible even for those with no prior CAD experience.
- Users say MicroStation is particularly strong in handling large and complex drawings, especially in infrastructure and architectural projects. Reviewers appreciate its stability and precision, with one mentioning that it "manages references well" and remains reliable even under demanding conditions.
- According to verified reviews, IronCAD's implementation process is praised for its quick setup, with users reporting a smooth onboarding experience. This is contrasted with MicroStation, where some users found the setup to be less straightforward, indicating a steeper learning curve.
- Reviewers mention that MicroStation offers robust customization options, allowing users to create custom shortcuts for complex commands. This flexibility is appreciated by those who work on multiple projects, as it helps save time and streamline workflows.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while IronCAD has a strong focus on modeling capabilities, MicroStation shines in its drawing features. Users have noted that MicroStation's drawing tools are superior, making it a preferred choice for detailed design work.
- Users express mixed feelings about the support quality, with IronCAD receiving slightly higher ratings. Reviewers have mentioned that IronCAD has been a "good partner in doing business," while MicroStation's support, although adequate, could improve in responsiveness and user assistance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IronCAD
No pricing availableMicroStation
MicroStation 12-month Subscription
$2,135.00
Per Year
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IronCAD
Free Trial is available
MicroStation
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
36
8.2
334
Ease of Use
8.3
37
7.8
340
Ease of Setup
9.1
9
7.6
144
Ease of Admin
8.9
9
7.0
81
Quality of Support
7.9
32
7.7
304
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
9
7.7
82
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
32
7.2
329
Features by Category
Design
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Store & Manage
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Generative AI
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Plan
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8.0
53
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7.5
45
Not enough data
8.1
52
Not enough data
7.5
48
Design
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7.1
46
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7.0
43
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8.5
54
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8.5
54
Construction
Not enough data
7.3
40
Not enough data
7.3
39
Not enough data
7.1
37
Not enough data
7.6
41
Not enough data
7.5
42
Engineering
Not enough data
7.2
36
Not enough data
6.9
36
Not enough data
8.9
45
Not enough data
7.1
35
Design
6.7
7
8.9
88
9.3
7
8.4
85
7.6
7
8.1
84
7.5
6
7.6
80
Edit
8.3
7
8.1
86
8.8
7
7.9
80
8.3
7
8.2
85
8.1
7
8.1
83
Collaboration
6.9
6
8.2
83
7.8
6
8.1
84
8.1
6
8.0
81
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Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
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Tools - 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
IronCAD and MicroStation are categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
IronCAD is categorized as CAD Viewers, Simulation & CAE, Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), and 3D Modeling
MicroStation is categorized as Civil Engineering Design
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IronCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
MicroStation
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
Furniture
13.2%
Packaging and Containers
7.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
7.9%
Automotive
7.9%
Architecture & Planning
7.9%
Other
55.3%
Civil Engineering
40.7%
Architecture & Planning
11.6%
Construction
8.8%
Design
6.8%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.7%
Other
28.5%
Discussions
What is IronCAD mechanical?
2 Comments
PT
ICM is an add-on for IronCAD. This piece of software is made by IronCAD users for IronCAD users. It automates steps in the elaboration so that you have even...Read more
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