SmartDraw Reviews & Product Details

I needed something on the fly the day a project was assigned, this was the google answer solution. It wasn't perfect but I was able to get my project done that day with some youtube help. A more complicated software probably would not have allowed me to accomplish that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There were some issues with the snap to lines/walls for drawing floor plans, initially all perfect right angles but then it all started creating weird angles and I couldn't find a super clear answer of how to fix that simply and make sure the walls had right angles. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The templates give me something to follow, which helps me move forward a little quicker. It’s also easy to use; I’m not very techy, but the program isn’t difficult to navigate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I would like a few more options for templates, like a bubble diagram or others that are used to show comparatives for research or year over year comparisons. Ability to customize to our agency branding (colours) would also be a great addition - so ability to use HEX Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Smart draw is Intuitive to use with drag and drop options and precise (editable) measurements on the bottom bar and scale options/ auto measurements make rapid and professional layout or proposed placement (in our case for greenhouses/ irrigation lines) very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

some features around layers can be unintuitive, making rapid design alterations more difficult then needed. Altering curved lines for specific non-standard angles (and making no standard polygons) found in agricultural plots can be very difficult Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that SmartDraw is very user-friendly and easy to use. It's been steady in terms of access and it's affordable, which was a big factor for me since it's a cheaper alternative to Visio. Using SmartDraw replicates most of what I remember from Visio but makes it even easier to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't think I've really found any real issues with SmartDraw. Maybe the only thing is the transferability between SmartDraw and Visio if you're switching between the two. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that it allows for free drawing and that the process is so easy to execute. Download formats are all the ones I need, and it's so easy to use for those of us who can visualize a space. My colleagues love the little fishies in the pond too! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't have anything to. It's for disliking. If I were to nitpick, maybe that there aren't enough table options for catering that already include chairs? Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The clean interface and overall ease of use make it very straightforward to get started without any formal training. The drag-and-drop toolset runs smoothly, and the native cloud storage options built in let us save schematic layouts directly into our shared folders without hassle. Overall, it takes a lot of friction out of our team’s day-to-day collaboration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Honestly, I haven’t run into any major downsides or frustrating bugs in our day-to-day use. If I had to point out something minor, it’s that the sheer number of specialized template categories can sometimes feel a little overwhelming to sift through when you’re simply trying to find a straightforward, standard layout. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The template directory is extremely helpful because it quickly points me to the exact layout I need for a specific task. The initial onboarding takes less than five minutes, and I’m fully configured. I mainly use it to map out complex workflows, and the pre-labeled shape sets paired with the automated connector system remove almost all of the manual alignment hassle. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The drag-and-drop system can start to feel a bit repetitive when you’re mapping out really large structures. It would be a big workflow improvement if they added keyboard shortcuts, so you could quickly link adjacent nodes with the arrow keys instead of constantly clicking and dragging lines across the canvas. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I’m currently using SmartDraw to design health and safety charts, including fire drill locations and the positioning of fire extinguishers around the company. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Maybe you could suggest some training options that we can subscribe to for a few staff members. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is easier to use and more intuitive than Microsoft Excel. It allows for quick edits to current projects and is compatible with the AI agents I employ. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is not compatible with all AI agent platforms, and the printing process could use some improvement. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The system is user friendly once a person learns how to use it. The cost is affordable and can be used for many different business types. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are no downsides to using it. The systems take s time to learn how to use and can be frustrating at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.