
As a lover of sketches, clean lines, and graphite pencils, I think this is the best program available today. What I love most are its papers, textures, and how everything feels when I’m drawing. I discovered it by chance in mid-2024 while looking for drawing software that felt natural, and it’s amazing how it has evolved—the sharpness provided by Nanoxipel technology, the way colors blend—all of these are major strengths of this program. I recommend it to anyone who loves traditional art; it feels really good to draw in this program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
2D and 3D CAD design software tools.
Also listed in GIS, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

AutoCAD is very strong when it comes to precision and accurate technical drafting. It allows me to create detailed drawings with exact dimensions, which is very important in engineering and architectural work. The layer system and command-based workflow make it easy to organize complex designs, and it also integrates well with other Autodesk tools used in the industry. This helps in creating clean, professional drawings and improves overall productivity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
ZWCAD is a powerful, reliable, and DWG-compatible CAD solution that enables you to boost design efficiency without switching cost.
Also listed in Civil Engineering Design

What I like best about ZWCAD is that it is easy to use and works well with DWG files. As a Senior Project Engineer, I use it for reviewing and editing 2D engineering drawings, layouts, and manufacturing documents. The interface feels familiar, so there is very little learning curve. It opens large drawings quickly and runs smoothly even on standard office computers. It helps me make drawing revisions faster and collaborate easily with suppliers and team members without file compatibility issues. The pricing is also reasonable compared to some other CAD software, making it a practical choice for everyday engineering work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Solid Edge is a portfolio of affordable, easy-to-use software solutions for product development — 3D design, simulation, manufacturing, data management, cloud collaboration, a
Also listed in Additive Manufacturing, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Simulation & CAE, General-Purpose CAD

Solid Edge is in general a good tool to create parts and assemblies. Im working since 2003 with this application. We have in general all functionality, to finish our tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
My favorite thing about Procreate is how easy it is to use and how seamlessly it fits into my creative workflow. I can rely on it for quick sketches as well as high-quality finished pieces, and I end up using Procreate at some point in every project. It’s also been consistently reliable for me. I’ve never run into any software issues that even required reaching out to their support team. Overall, it’s a great tool, and I’d recommend it to any artist. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Onshape is a modern CAD system that eliminates design gridlock and helps engineers do their best work. Onshape unites advanced modeling tools and design data management in a s
Also listed in Product Data Management (PDM), CAD Viewers, General-Purpose CAD, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Simulation & CAE
Onshape is intuitive and easy to use. It also gets regular updates, so new features roll out and improvements happen all the time. I really like that it’s browser-based, because it means I don’t need an overly powerful computer to run it smoothly. If anything happens, my progress is automatically saved, which gives me real peace of mind. The training resources and help center are genuinely useful too, and it’s convenient to come back to them anytime to refresh my memory on tools or features whenever I get a little stuck, and if the resources there don't answer your question, the Onshape community forum will help out with tips and tricks Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Professional & Cost-effective 2D/3D CAD Software in DWG for Windows, Mac & Linux

The simplified UI makes it easy to work for extended periods, and the performance remains smooth even with mid-sized drawings, making this a very cost-effective CAD system. Its Trinity features allow access to DWG files from anywhere—whether on mobile, cloud, or desktop. The powerful collaboration tools also set it apart from other options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
MicroStation is a modeling environment explicitly for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operation of all infrastructure types including utility systems, roads a
Also listed in Civil Engineering Design

Powerful Interoperability and Data Integration: MicroStation is known for its ability to seamlessly work with a vast array of file formats—including native DGN, DWG, DXF, and GIS data—without needing time-consuming conversions. This makes it a great "data integrator" that streamlines collaboration across different teams and software platforms.
Comprehensive 2D and 3D Modeling in a Single Environment: It allows professionals to handle both precise 2D drafting and sophisticated 3D parametric modeling within the same application. This all-in-one approach consolidates workflows and ensures consistency from initial design to final documentation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Autodesk Fusion is a comprehensive cloud software platform that integrates various tools for 3D design, manufacturing, electronics, simulation, and generative design. It serve
Also listed in CAD Viewers, Additive Manufacturing, CAD Data Exchange, CAD Libraries, Simulation & CAE

Autodesk Fusion makes it much easier to move from an idea to a finished 3D design without switching between different applications. I mainly use it for parametric modeling, simple assemblies, and preparing designs for prototyping. The timeline feature is especially useful because changing dimensions later automatically updates the model, which saves a lot of time during revisions. The interface feels organized, and once you become familiar with the workspace, everyday design tasks become much more efficient. Having CAD, basic simulation, and manufacturing tools in one platform helps keep the workflow simple and reduces the need to export files between different software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
SketchUp is intuitive, powerful 3D modeling software built for professionals and creatives of all kinds.
Also listed in Urban Planning and Design, Sketching, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), General-Purpose CAD, Architectural Rendering

SketchUp makes 3D modeling feel approachable, even for users who are not professional designers. The interface is straightforward, and creating concepts or visualizing ideas is much faster than with many other design tools. It is especially useful for quickly building models, testing layouts, and presenting ideas in a way that is easy to understand. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love the different color options in Sketchbook as they make me more expressive with my art and help bring my artwork to life. It's also great that I can use it across my mobile devices because a lot of other software doesn't allow me to be as creative. Plus, setting it up was very easy for me since I just had to download the app, and being familiar with it made navigating around it simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Coohom is the leading 3D solution for retailers and manufacturers to better engage and convert customers online or in-store. Coohom technologies enable you to generate beautif
Also listed in 3D Rendering, General-Purpose CAD, 3D Modeling, Visual Product Customization

What I like best about Coohom is its user-friendly interface and fast 3D visualization capabilities. It allows users to create professional-quality interior designs, floor plans, and realistic renders without requiring advanced design skills. The extensive furniture and décor library, cloud-based collaboration, and quick rendering speeds make it an efficient tool for architects, interior designers, and home furnishing businesses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
3D design the most natural way. Ever. Shapr3D is a professional CAD on iPad made for Apple Pencil. Revolutionary new 3D modeling experience yet intuitive like never before.

I use Shapr3d mainly for architectural concept modeling and quick design exploration. The interface is clean, and it doesn't take long to start building ideas. Working with the Apple Pencil on the iPad feels natural, and switching between iPad and desktop makes it easy to continue a project from anywhere. It is especially useful when I need to develop concepts before moving to more detailed CAD workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
SOLIDWORKS offers complete 3D software tools that let you create, simulate, publish, and manage your data. SOLIDWORKS products are easy to learn and use, and help you design p
Also listed in General-Purpose CAD, Simulation & CAE, CAD Viewers, Sketching, PCB Design

As a mechanical engineer, I find that it gives me the freedom and ease to create 2D drawings and 3D models with lots of shortcuts, compared with AutoCAD and other software. Part assembly in SOLIDWORKS is also very user-friendly and straightforward. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
DraftSight lets professional CAD users, students and educators create, edit and view DWG files. DraftSight runs on Windows®, Mac® and Linux.
Also listed in CAD Viewers

DraftSight provides all the necessary tools to create or modify an engineering drawing, and to open, read, or edit DWG files from other sources. In my experience, DraftSight performs very well with professional DWG files, even up to large sizes. Its dark and light UI options also make it more comfortable to work with for long periods of time. It is very low cost compare to other market availble tools along with Solid Works integrations Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Altium Develop empowers teams to streamline and accelerate product development by connecting design, engineering, and collaboration tools in one unified platform — keeping eve
Also listed in General-Purpose CAD, Product Data Management (PDM), Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), Requirements Management
We can create small discussions inside the schematic. All team member can access the modifications immediately online. Also, the port-jump function is very useful for large designs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
GIMP is a cross-platform image editor available for GNU/Linux, macOS, Windows and more operating systems. It is free software, you can change its source code and distribute yo
Also listed in Drawing

GIMP gives me most of the image editing tools I need without requiring a paid subscription. I mainly use it for editing photos, creating thumbnails, simple graphics, and social media visuals. Features like layers, crop, text, color adjustment, and export options make everyday editing straightforward. After spending some time learning the interface, it became much easier to work with and fits well into my regular workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Inventor® 3D CAD software offers an easy-to-use set of tools for 3D mechanical design, documentation, and product simulation.
Also listed in Simulation & CAE, General-Purpose CAD

I like Inventor's versatility; the same model can be made in different ways, and the interchangeability of 2D drawing options with AutoCAD is great. The software helps a lot by requiring less time to make more productive work. The ability to convert AutoCAD 2D drawings into 3D models easily within Inventor is really handy. Also, the ease of creating structural designs using top-down or top-up assembly methods and having the option of generative design is impressive. The initial setup was very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Speed design documentation with the 2D drafting tools of AutoCAD LT software.

I like how easy it is to create 2D drawings. It has a clean interface which makes it simple to learn and use. It has all the required drafting tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Live Home 3D is a intuitive home design software, created to enable users to build the house of their dreams on their Mac or Windows.

Live Home 3D is easy to pick up for creating home layouts and basic interior concepts without spending a lot of time learning the software. I like how quickly I can switch between 2D plans and 3D views to check room layouts and furniture placement. The built-in object library and real-time visualization make it useful for preparing concepts or explaining ideas before moving to more detailed design work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.