Introducing G2.ai, the future of software buying.Try now
It's been two months since this profile received a new review
Leave a Review

DraftSight Reviews & Product Details

Profile Status

This profile is currently managed by DraftSight but has limited features.

Are you part of the DraftSight team? Upgrade your plan to enhance your branding and engage with visitors to your profile!

Pricing

Pricing provided by DraftSight.

DraftSight Professional

Starting at $299.00
1 Seat Per Year

DraftSight Premium (3D)

Starting at $599.00
1 Seat Per Year

DraftSight Integrations

(1)
Integration information sourced from real user reviews.

DraftSight Media

DraftSight Demo - PDF Import
Dealing with PDF file conversions is a must and DraftSight does it effortlessly and can handle batch imports seamlessly, saving you time.
DraftSight Demo - Sheet Set Manager
Easily manage large projects with a dedicated sheet set manager that collects sheets automatically from multiple drawings to prepare them for printing. Available in DraftSight Premium and Enterprise Plus.
DraftSight Demo - Custom Blocks
Create Custom Blocks to accommodate multiple variations in a single block.
DraftSight Demo - Image Tracer
Convert simple or complex raster images of any kind including logos and floor plans to DWG files in seconds with the Image Tracer feature.
Product Avatar Image

Have you used DraftSight before?

Answer a few questions to help the DraftSight community

DraftSight Reviews (206)

View 1 Video Reviews
Reviews

DraftSight Reviews (206)

View 1 Video Reviews
4.2
206 reviews

Pros & Cons

Generated from real user reviews
View All Pros and Cons
Search reviews
Filter Reviews
Clear Results
G2 reviews are authentic and verified.
Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace
UA
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Good product for 2d"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

The program is ery easy to use and learn Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

The program can slow down some older computers and glitch. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Thank you for reviewing DraftSight. We appreciate your positive feedback on the product's ease of use and learning. We acknowledge your concerns about performance on older computers and are committed to improving this. We're pleased to hear the software meets your 2D CAD needs.

Verified User in Events Services
UE
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"DraftSight Review"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

Easy to use program, that helps with fast project turnaround. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

The constant crashing of the program for simple functions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Thank you for your valuable feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you find DraftSight easy to use and it aids in a fast project turnaround. However, we're sorry to hear that you're facing issues with the program crashing.

It's essential for us to ensure a smooth and efficient experience for our users. Could you please raise a support ticket with us? Our team will look into this issue immediately and strive to rectify this as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding, we are including the link to our support below.

See how DraftSight improved
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
UE
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"This software can help us create 2D images well."
What do you like best about DraftSight?

Easy to use and its features are quite familiar. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

for transferring the license to another PC is quite complicated and you must contact the software reseller first Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

We worked on translating this so we could get back to you.

What do you like best about DraftSight? This software can help us create good 2D images. It's easy to use and the features are quite familiar.

What do you dislike about DraftSight? The transfer of licenses to other PCs is quite complicated and you have to contact the software reseller first.

What problems is DraftSight solving and how is it benefiting you? The software is quite affordable for commercial operations.

Our response: We make user-friendly software to help users design in 2D efficiently. We know transferring licenses to another PC can be tricky. We are always improving our services and your feedback is important. We aim to make this process simpler. It's great to hear that DraftSight's affordability helps your business. We want to offer quality products at affordable prices to support your work. Thank you for your review and we are linking to our support page below.

Tanggapan kami: Kami membuat perangkat lunak yang ramah pengguna untuk membantu pengguna merancang dalam 2D dengan efisien. Kami tahu bahwa mentransfer lisensi ke PC lain bisa menjadi rumit. Kami selalu meningkatkan layanan kami dan masukan Anda sangat penting. Kami bertujuan untuk membuat proses ini lebih sederhana. Sangat menyenangkan mendengar bahwa keterjangkauan DraftSight membantu bisnis Anda. Kami ingin menawarkan produk berkualitas dengan harga terjangkau untuk mendukung pekerjaan Anda. Terima kasih atas ulasan Anda dan kami sedang menautkan ke halaman dukungan kami di bawah ini.

See how DraftSight improved
Verified User in Civil Engineering
UC
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy to understand the features. (Simple)"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

Help F1 always solve the probles and make work easy Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

Need some more feature as 3D and link of pages Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Hello and thank you for your feedback. We're glad you find DraftSight easy to understand and that our Help F1 function makes your work easier. We appreciate your suggestions for more features and will consider them for future updates. Thank you for your continued support of DraftSight.

Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
UM
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great software for 2D design"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

Quick and easy to learn, packed with functions for 2D textile and mechanical drawing needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

some minor bugs and software stability issues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Thanks for your feedback! It's great to hear you find DraftSight user-friendly for 2D drawings. We value your insights on bugs and stability as we continue to enhance our software. Stay tuned for our future updates as we aim to offer you an even better experience.

Aditya Kumar P.
AP
Sr. SSO
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
""DraftSight: Empowering Precision and Creativity in Design""
What do you like best about DraftSight?

I don't have personal preferences, but users often appreciate DraftSight for its intuitive interface, extensive drafting tools, and robust 2D and 3D design capabilities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

Common user concerns with DraftSight include occasional stability issues, a learning curve for beginners, and the lack of some advanced features found in other CAD software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Aditya,

Your DraftSight review is spot-on! We're glad you find the interface intuitive and the drafting tools extensive – that's exactly what we aim for.

We take your feedback on stability and learning curve seriously, and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Our team is constantly working on improvements in both areas.

To help with the learning curve, we've created over 200 video tutorials that are openly available to anyone who would like to learn DraftSight (link below).

It's fantastic to hear that DraftSight streamlines your design process! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us.

See how DraftSight improved
Verified User in Machinery
AM
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Long time DraftSight user"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

Easy to use. Easy to learn. We've been using Draftsight at our business for over 10 years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

I cannot think of anything at the moment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

We're thrilled to hear that you've been a long-time DraftSight user. We sincerely appreciate your loyalty and trust in our platform over the past 10 years.

It's fantastic to hear that DraftSight has been easy for you to use and learn. We've always strived to provide a user-friendly interface and your feedback is a clear testament to the success of our efforts.

Your comments about not having any dislikes at the moment are very encouraging, and please do know that we always welcome your feedback.

The fact that DraftSight has been instrumental in solving AutoCAD seat issues, making it easier and more efficient for your users to view DWGs, it's just the kind of positive impact we aim to deliver. We're so glad that our software is contributing significantly to your business.

Verified User in Design
UD
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great alt to AutoCad"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

Platform is similar to AutoCad and the transition was easy and smooth. Much cheaper than AutoCad. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

Group command isnt as easy to use. Ive been using the block command as a work around. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

We appreciate your feedback on DraftSight. We're glad to hear that the platform's similarity to AutoCAD made for a smooth transition and provided a cost-effective solution. Your input on the Group command is valuable, and we will definitely consider it for future improvements. Thank you.

Verified User in Construction
AC
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Draftsite review 2024 at our company"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

It meets all our needs for our truss operation company in drafting and design. The price is a good feature also Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

Its a little slow on opening sometimes and load up Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Thank you for your valuable feedback on DraftSight. We are thrilled to hear that it meets all your requirements and that you find our pricing beneficial. We understand your concern about the speed of loading and will share this with our technical team. We appreciate your insights and thank you for choosing DraftSight.

Atharva B.
AB
R&D Development Associate Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Streamlining CAD Design with Precision and Efficiency"
What do you like best about DraftSight?

One of the standout features of DraftSight is its intuitive user interface and extensive set of tools, which greatly enhance the CAD design experience. The software provides a familiar and customizable workspace, making it easy for both beginners and experienced users to navigate and work efficiently. It offers a comprehensive set of drafting and editing tools, enabling precise and accurate designs.

Additionally, DraftSight supports industry-standard file formats, ensuring seamless compatibility and collaboration with other CAD software. Its robust annotation and dimensioning features further contribute to the creation of detailed and professional drawings.

Moreover, DraftSight offers extensive customization options, allowing users to tailor the software to their specific needs. The ability to create macros and automate repetitive tasks saves valuable time and increases productivity. The software's scripting capabilities further enhance its flexibility and adaptability.

DraftSight offers a network licensing feature that allows organizations to efficiently manage and distribute licenses across multiple users or workstations within a network.

Overall, DraftSight impresses with its user-friendly interface, versatile toolset, and excellent compatibility, making it a reliable and powerful CAD solution for a wide range of design professionals. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about DraftSight?

While DraftSight is a highly capable CAD software, there are a few areas where it could benefit from improvement. Here are a couple of aspects that some users might find lacking:

Limited 3D Modeling Capabilities: While DraftSight offers 3D modeling functionality, it may not be as robust and feature-rich as dedicated 3D modeling software. Users who primarily work with complex 3D designs may find some of the advanced features and capabilities missing in DraftSight. It's important to note that DraftSight's focus is primarily on 2D drafting, and while it can handle basic 3D modeling tasks, it may not be as comprehensive as specialized 3D design software.

Steeper Learning Curve for Beginners: While DraftSight offers a user-friendly interface, newcomers to CAD software may still encounter a learning curve. The software provides a comprehensive set of tools and features, which can be overwhelming for beginners who are not familiar with CAD concepts and workflows. Additional tutorials or documentation tailored specifically for beginners could help ease the learning process and make the software more accessible to users who are new to CAD design. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Meaghan Murphy of DraftSight

Hi Atharva,

Thanks for your comprehensive review of DraftSight and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Pricing Options

Pricing provided by DraftSight.

DraftSight Professional

Starting at $299.00
1 Seat Per Year

DraftSight Premium (3D)

Starting at $599.00
1 Seat Per Year

DraftSight Enterprise and Enterprise Plus

Contact Us
DraftSight Comparisons
Product Avatar Image
AutoCAD LT
Compare Now
Product Avatar Image
SketchUp
Compare Now
Product Avatar Image
TurboCAD
Compare Now
DraftSight Features
Drawing
Modeling
Visualize
File Import
Push/Pull
Views
Annotate
Documentation
Data Extract
Export files
View 2D files
File size
Product Avatar Image
DraftSight
View Alternatives