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Average Ratings 1 Rating
Description
Autodesk AutoCAD is a complete computer-aided design and drafting solution that transforms the way professionals conceptualize, document, and deliver projects. Built for precision and creativity, AutoCAD supports 2D drafting and 3D modeling with intelligent tools for solids, surfaces, and meshes. The AutoCAD 2026 release integrates Autodesk AI, automating repetitive tasks like object placement, markup interpretation, and drawing comparisons to save hours of manual effort. Users can collaborate seamlessly using Autodesk Docs, ensuring consistent document management and version control across teams. With built-in AutoLISP, APIs, and the Autodesk App Store, the software is endlessly customizable for specialized workflows. Its seven industry-specific toolsets—including Architecture, MEP, and Plant 3D—optimize productivity and deliver specialized functionality for each discipline. AutoCAD’s cloud connectivity enables real-time co-authoring and access from any device. Whether for buildings, infrastructure, or products, AutoCAD remains the most trusted platform for professional design innovation.
Description
GstarCAD is a professional DWG-native CAD software developed for architects, engineers, construction companies, manufacturers, mechanical designers, civil engineers, surveyors and technical professionals who need a powerful, reliable and cost-effective alternative to AutoCAD®. Fully compatible with the industry-standard DWG and DXF file formats, GstarCAD enables users to open, edit, create and share drawings without file conversion or data loss, making collaboration with AutoCAD users seamless.
Designed to minimize migration time, GstarCAD features an AutoCAD-like interface, familiar commands, aliases, shortcuts and workflows, allowing experienced CAD users to become productive immediately. Companies switching from AutoCAD, DraftSight®, BricsCAD®, ZWCAD®, IntelliCAD® or nanoCAD® can continue working with existing projects while significantly reducing software licensing costs.
GstarCAD includes a comprehensive set of professional CAD tools for 2D drafting, detailing, annotation, technical documentation, 3D modeling and drawing management. Advanced functionality includes Dynamic Blocks, Sheet Set Manager, Express Tools, Xrefs, PDF import and export, batch plotting, data extraction, layer management, block libraries, Design Center, advanced dimensioning, parametric constraints, drawing comparison, customizable workspaces and high-performance graphics acceleration for large and complex drawings.
For CAD developers and enterprise customers, GstarCAD offers excellent application compatibility through LISP, VBA, .NET, GRX API, ObjectARX-style development, COM automation and flexible customization capabilities. Existing CAD applications, scripts and workflows can often be migrated with minimal modifications, making GstarCAD an ideal platform for organizations that depe
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
Yes
Integrations
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Yes
Anark
Yes
Asite
Yes
Autodesk Advance Steel
Yes
Autodesk Viewer
Yes
BeamWise
Yes
CAD+T
Yes
Fulcrum
Yes
GroupDocs
Yes
HIVE
Yes
Integrations
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Yes
Anark
No
Asite
No
Autodesk Advance Steel
No
Autodesk Viewer
No
BeamWise
No
CAD+T
No
Fulcrum
No
GroupDocs
No
HIVE
No
Pricing Details
$1,268 per user per year
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
£550 one-time
Perpetual licences: Standard £550, Professional £680, Premium £810 and Mechanical £1,280, excluding VAT. Annual and network licensing options are also available, together with a free 30-day trial.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Autodesk
Founded
1982
Country
United States
Website
www.autodesk.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
GstarCAD UK
Founded
2010
Country
United Kingdom
Website
www.gstarcad.uk
Product Features
3D Architecture
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
No
BIM Modeling
No
Component Library
Yes
Data Import / Export
Yes
Landscape Design
No
Virtual Tour
No
3D Modeling
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
No
Annotations
No
Bill of Materials
No
Character Modeling
No
Collaboration Tools
Yes
Component Library
Yes
Data Import / Export
No
For 3D Printing
No
For Architects
Yes
For Manufacturers
Yes
Reference Management
No
Simulation
No
Architectural CAD
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
Architectural Symbol Library
No
Automatic Formatting
No
BIM Modeling
No
Comparison View
No
Design Templates
No
Drafting
No
Architecture
2D Drawing
No
3D Modeling
No
BIM Modeling
No
Bills of material
Yes
Building Information Modeling
Yes
Client Management
No
Contact Management
Yes
Contract Management
No
Document Management
No
Drafting
No
Manufacturing Design Data
No
Presentation Tools
Yes
Project Management
No
Proposal Management
No
Quotes/Proposals
Yes
Visualization / Presentation
No
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
Yes
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
Yes
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
No
Collaboration
Yes
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
No
Document Management
No
Electrical
Yes
Hole Making
No
Mechanical
No
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No
Electrical Design
CAD Tools
Yes
Change Management
No
Collaboration
Yes
Compliance Management
No
Document Generation
Yes
Drag & Drop
No
Electrical Parts Catalog
Yes
Functions / Calculations
No
One Line Diagram
No
PLC Tools
Yes
Reusable Designs
Yes
Symbol Library
Yes
Floor Plan
2D Floor Plans
No
3D Floor Plans
No
Annotation
No
Diagram Templates
No
Document Management
No
Drafting
No
Drag & Drop
No
Lighting Control
No
Object Library
No
Rendering
No
Product Features
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
Yes
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
Yes
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
Yes
Collaboration
Yes
Database Connectivity
Yes
Design Analysis
Yes
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Electrical
Yes
Hole Making
Yes
Mechanical
Yes
Mechatronics
Yes
Presentation Tools
Yes
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No