ACTCAD Professional Reviews & Product Details

It's performance is good.

That mean fast output of hatch command, 3D rendering timeout, Material edit and customized JPG file added in Artisan, Easily open & edit pdf file

Price is best comparing with other CAD software. Life time & Globalized Key.

PDF file can open directly and edit for review purpose. DWG format conversion available. ie, lower version to higher version and also higher version to lower version of CAD.

Self transferring my own licensed key from one of my pc to another my pc / laptop.

Here, available offline / online Help and Quick Reference Guide.

Good supporting ActCAD India team. I faced 2 problems while using ActCAD, Supporting team responding and gave the solution quickly.

As a professional Civil Engineer my over all review result is EXCELLENT. I can strongly recommend to all (2D & 3D) CAD users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Table is not user friendly like as familiar CAD software. Looking same but not satisfied. I expect should be like as familiar CAD software. if possible.

In over all Tamil Nadu Corporation Building Plan Approval Authority using private supporting program based on familiar CAD software. While they are using ActCAD, getting Table error problem.

All own Lisp program could not use directly from familiar CAD software, we have to revise something for ActCAD (Actually this is not a problem) and also LSP file compiling is not available like as .FAS, .VLX

FIELD - some of the field category is not working and also can't edit or modify from familiar CAD software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

For me ActCAD is my Swiss knife among CADs

ActCAD is small but powerful, almost universal CAD software with self license transfer mechanism.

With ActCAD Pro and new BIM in perpetual version can work anywhere, anytime with minimum requirements for PC, Windows and Internet options.

Low-cost and Life-time ActCAD is almost equal with expensive CADs.

For practical Engineers and Architects, ActCAD with 2D, 3D and with BIM options is more than you really in designing or on a construction site need.

ActCAD is a real engineering CAD program because all logic is followed

with CAD standard as a CAD program, that's why it's easy to use.

ActCAD Professional supports all versions of DWG and DXF formats.

With a good selection of plugins ActCAD can convert raster images to Vector a and supports PDF 2D import-export as well as export to 3D PDF. For all that to be complete, ActCAD made sure you also had the option of 3D Render with Artisan. What needs more :)

It is especially amazing that the team that develops it is committed to eliminating bugs, refining, innovating and supporting them so that ActCAD in all variants has a bright future. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Which does not have the dynamic block option but I hope in the further development it will complement it because I believe in the future of ActCAD.

Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It works pretty well and doesn't cost me my first born.

Have not used the application very much recently and so I have little to contribute here except to say it has improved (i.e., I don't recall being ticked off with the application the last time I used it). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

When the application opens, it automatically presents a drawing. I would rather it not. Accessed drawings could be anything from anywhere and would much prefer not having yours always in the way.

When I save a drawing, the application automatically also saves a .bak. I would rather it not. Our drawings are always saved off-line to two locations automatically. Your .bak just clutters up the client folders . . . a real nuisance. Used to always have a choice with AutoCAD.

When printing, ActCAD 2020 PDF does not work. Am using CutePDF in its place. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I liked the simplicity of interface and the size of the software itself, which helps us to run it in lower configuration PC too. It is 70% more or less like AutoCAD only.. be it the commands or the interface. If you have worked on AutoCAD, this will be quite easy to follow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are lots of bugs which they are still working on.. it hangs up in few hatching instances and the biggest issue is that it only supports 700 colours, which is a big negative in today's workflow.. I have requested them to increase the number of colours but they have not taken steps towards that since last 8 months. Although, I feel that with every update, they are trying to clean bugs but a big NO for more Licenses for my team, until they increase colours. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like the fact that the user interface is seamless with AutoCAD. I only need to know one set of commands! I am also a fan of ActCAD's technical support. When I have a question, I always get a speedy and easy to understand response. I like ActCAD's lower cost seat prices and upgrade options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I sometimes have a problem with ActCAD properly plotting TrueType fonts properly. ActCAD can be a little difficult (slow and flickers) to work with for files with large PDF underlays or large PIC files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

No change in commands ...ease of Use & fast response by system, one does not need to ask for older version of file i.e. compatibility with new file type.

Easy licensing and cost effective updates makes this software a winning product.. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

sometime gives slow response... particularly during the Hatching.The complex structure files generates a lots of errors, although they are corrected by using file audit. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As the workflow, interface, commands etc are very similar to the popular industry standard traditional CAD software, the learning curve isn't that steep & eases transition to the ACTCAD based work environment. In addition, the flexibility of the license allows small & medium size engineering companies to confidently implement it companywide. And being an affordable solution, it helps many small & medium size companies to control capital costs as well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We have faced problem where using the Auto Update feature in the software results in ActCAD asking to put the license key again after the new version is installed. The Auto Updated definitely needs improvements & should not ask for reactivation. Also, there are still rough areas in terms of hatching & other needed CAD features to bring it to true parity with ACAD. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Works just like ACAD. Very low learning curve. Just the locations and names of a few commands to learn, but otherwise everything works. All my old drawings open and look good.

I don't use all the advanced functions, so can't comment on those. All the basic ones work well, and close enought to ACAD to make the transition smooth.

Price is right, and no monthly subscription. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It does take a little while to get used to where things are in the menus. Not everything is identical to ACAD, but close enough that learning is fast.

Printing was a problem at first until I played with settings a few times.

I had trouble getting the license to transfer to another macnine. Never got it to work. Did exactly what Support said, but it still did not work. Support stopped answering my emails, too, so I had to give up on that function. Would be nice if that worked for me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

it has a similar system of symbols to auto CAD, so it can be incorporated in a short time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Unfortunately the installation was faulty at the beginning but with the help of the support the problem could be solved. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

ActCAD is very affordable. It handles most drawings easily, acts like AutoCAD for the most part. Also, this is a very affordable product for handling 3D applications. I don't do 3D modeling, but having elevations (z coordinates) is very helpful when dealing with topo maps or grading. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

If I use a command such as move, select the objects and then move them. I may want to re-select them again. If I try using "previous" in the selection set commands, it will arbitrarily select random items that are not part of the previous selection set. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The best thing about ActCAD is it is very light to use, which makes it compatible for low performing systems also. Secondly it comes with a whole package including all the libraries & supporting tools, which makes it a one time investment for customer and very likely eliminates the need to purchase the extensions or libraries which makes it easy for the customer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It comes in with so many commands add-ons compared to other CAD solutions of which sometimes you are not even aware. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Der Umstieg von AutoCAD zu ActCAD erfolgte ohne Probleme. Die von mir erbetene Hilfe bei der Installation auf meinem PC unter Windows 10 war trotz meiner nicht guten Englisch-Kenntnisse schnell geschafft. Ein Hauptgrund zum Umstieg war der Wunsch nach einem kostengünstigen CAD-System, mit dessen Hilfe aktuelle AutoCAD- Dateien bearbeiten zu können. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Es fehlen Manuals und Kurzanleitungen in deutscher Sprache. Dann wäre ActCAD perfekt. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It has all the functions of the more expensive CAD programs. The cost of ACTCAD makes it accessible to everyone to use at home. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

They've provided a configurable user interface however the other configurations are based on out of date Windows interfaces. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

When we start to search for a cad software, first we look for the good price like many other users. Actcad gives less price offer with the same quality like the other softwares that we are looking for. Also the best thing is that you can transfer your licences from computer to another anytime, this will help you about the quantity of the licences you will need. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Software is enough for our 2d projects. There is nothing we didn't like. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Simplicity of instaling and use in classroom enviroment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nothing in particular. Everything works out of the box. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The very robust and excellent compatibility with AutoCad and the fact that all the needed tools that are available to me on ActCad. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I do not find anything to be disliked about it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

This CAD software has all you need for the design, the commands are like the de facto CAD standard, the GUI is easy to use and there is the LISP programming language Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The software is not freeware, but there is a trial version.

It is non in italian language. It does not work on Linux and OSX Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I am using ActCAD Professional CAD Software for the last 6 months. They provided 30 days free trial with the same features as the paid version. It is a very cost-effective compare to AutoCAD Software.

If anyone looking for an Alternative to AutoCAD, please go for ActCAD 2020 Professional. Prices starting from $199 only with lifetime licence validity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nothing seems to me to dislike ActCAD. Did not found downsides of using ACTCAD Professional CAD Software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is inexpensive and yet loads and works like Autocad Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is a bit slow, even with very fast hardware. The hatch command does not find all the areas as well as Autocad. The OSNAP moves very slow, but works ok. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Its quick interface with other packages makes it more useful while handling multiple drawings Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Large files slows down the program and sometimes program gets hanged up. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

A very reasonably priced alternative to AutoCAD. It has a very small learning curve and very good over all on features. The color combinations of the front end are very soothing to the eye. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The 32 Bit version of the software has Bugs. But the 64 Bit version is pretty steady, Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

ActCAD is a very professional cad software, with a very good interface and a well known commands line.

DWG native file format, Lisp programming language. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There is nothing I dislike of thi program.

Maybe could be great to have a Linux OS version too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like the easy to use, the compatibility with Autocad reading and writing in native .dwg. The extras add-on tools like pdf convertion. Also the price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

At this moment I have nothing to dislike. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Very familiar UI like Autocad, easy to use and super fast. The ability of opening a PDF file is awesome! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I would like an easiest way to import PGP file from autocad Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Wery stable and user-friendly. Supports every .dwg drawing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The only thing i resent is built in .pdf printer. Sometimes it just doesnt work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.