Vectorworks Architect Reviews & Product Details

The flexability that the software offers. The true desire from the developers to push for software development. The vision that company has for the next 10 years of the development. They are listening to feedback and have setup a developer road map webpage where they have shown the steps and tools that they are improving. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The push for new features has sadly meant that existing tools have not had the right amount of development which has meant that they are lacking with customisation features. There are some tools that had some development and the developer has clearly made improvements, however the consistant tools that are being used for years have not been improved and still need to be looked at. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Have used VectorWorks since it was MiniCad 1.0 on the Macintosh. Like it’s Mac feel. Learning curve is steep so I have mastered most of VectorWorks but still learn new things all of the time. Very rich with capability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Not much to complain about, have used other CAD programs but always come back to VectorWorks. Maybe it is already there, but would like a dynamic 3D slice viewer that moves through a shaded object with mouse or arrow control. Also a "bender" that can distort an object such as a plate or beam. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that Vectorworks Architect is easy to use, particularly on smaller projects, and it's intuitive. It enables us to quickly model and test 3D architectural outcomes that we can render in Enscape. The initial setup was simple, which was a great start for us. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think Vectorworks Architect should have a renovation filter similar to what ArchiCAD uses, so we can fine-tune demolition and existing conditions on renovation projects. I also feel there should be a greater ability to adjust pen sets, so a single model can be converted into a variety of printouts like a colored marketing plan or a construction set with different graphic needs. Additionally, it sometimes lacks in more complex BIM coordination. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Compared to AutoCAD, it is much more visually friendly, having all the plans stack is convenient, rather than AutoCAD's separate files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is not the future. It BIM capabilities are lacking behind that of Revit. Hardscapes don't work well, tough to model slabs, and every update changes so many things, there is no point updating software, as it will mess up your drawing files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Cloud storage and workflows so teams can work on the same projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Subscription based access is the new industry standard that needs to be removed. There should be an option to outright purchase the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The interface is easy to learn and use if you’re coming from a CAD software. The layouts for the sheets are so much simpler than using viewports in other softwares. Exporting and importing other types of files is intuitive and clean. This is a great software for small projects and offices Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The 3d component is not as strong, and in built rendering engine would be great. The distinction between layer and class can be confusing when you first start. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Extremely versatile - suitable for many types of business and user.

Very good number of innovative features, relatively easy to use.

Customer tech support is excellent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Size of text.

Sometimes, updates are 'buggy'.

Very slow to load up despite high end powerful computer

3d not always accurate enough Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like Vectorworks Architect for its excellent sheet organization, the ability to create groups and symbols, and its capabilities in 3D modeling and rendering. We use these features every day for designing buildings and creating construction documents. The initial setup was easy, which I appreciate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Object snap selection can be difficult with multiple objects overlaid. I also do not understand the need for the shortcut key to turn snaps off. It is in a bad location. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

i like the way you use the software, what you draw is what you are gonna print. You have so much pen and fill options so the 2D is amazing. in 3D you also have different way of buildings. BIM objects are in a diverse quantity. The tools to create personalised reports are also helpful. Implementation and integration were relatively easy but exist a big curve of learning I faced after. Customer supports works pretty well, every time i had a problem with my license, it was solve the same day. I use the software everyday and it works pretty well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

you also have different way of buildings, which in my opinion they could connect more between them. Sometimes the file get too big, spacially with the bim objects, that could be treat with some coding. Also you kind of lost complete control of design when you are trying to mix constructive objects with extrudes or 3d symbols.Implementation and integration were relatively easy but exist a big curve of learning I faced after, in comparison with others softwares. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have used this software for 30 years, starting in its early days. Compared to other systems I've used, I find it more intuitive. Now that I’ve steadily used a BIM workflow for more than 15 years, the built-in plug-in objects in this software make it easy to develop a design concept quickly. Using layers and classes allows for easy control of attributes and features in the model and drawing sheets. New features in v2025 have been game-changers. AI Visualization, on-screen control, and the one-point perspective were overdue additions. The ability to easily search for classes and layers has also saved time.

It is possible to generate a drawing quickly with excellent graphic quality. The shaded rendering option has significantly improved for quick views, allowing me to promptly study solar angles and make meaningful design changes based on real data. The added rendering partners also enable outstanding renderings.

People know me as an architect with clear, beautiful drawings that demonstrate my integrity as an architect. I can credit Vectorworks for being a trusted partner with that reputation. When one examines the options out there based on visual quality, price, ease of use, and a community of support, there is clearly no other BIM platform that can match the overall balance of Vectorworks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recent releases have greatly improved, but I hope the software designers continue to listen and spend time with architects who work on existing buildings and reach out to them to see how the software can be adapted to the workflow of an architect who has to balance the complexities of older buildings, manage the demolition of features and model building parts that are not clean and simple like new construction.

Lag and RAM management have improved in 2025, but it can be challenging to explain without observing a user for an extended period. In other words, it still takes up too much memory for my taste. Perhaps there is a memory issue with how it returns RAM to the computer.

Maybe this is the reality of heavy graphic crunching software packages. My friends who use the other well-known BIM platforms complain about them more frequently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.