Average Ratings 11 Ratings

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Average Ratings 1 Rating

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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

progeCAD is a versatile CAD software that supports both 2D and 3D design, fully compatible with AutoCAD® DWG files ranging from version 2.5 up to 2021, and it can also import files from Autodesk Revit® and IFC formats. It stands out as a superior choice for professionals in architecture, engineering, construction, and mechanical CAD, offering a wide array of features at a significantly lower price than AutoCAD®, ArchiCAD®, or Microstation®. With a perpetual licensing model, progeCAD provides more functionalities than AutoCAD® LT, making it a cost-effective solution. The software's native DWG file format ensures seamless integration, as it utilizes the same file format as AutoCAD®, eliminating the need for conversion and ensuring no loss of data when opening existing DWG files. Users benefit from compatibility with AutoCAD® standards, enabling immediate productivity with familiar commands, fonts, blocks, hatches, and linetypes. Additionally, progeCAD's ability to import Autodesk Revit® and IFC BIM objects enhances its utility in modern design workflows. This makes progeCAD not only a powerful tool for individual designers but also an excellent choice for collaborative projects across various disciplines.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Acme CAD See Yes 
Argyle Yes 
Artec Studio Yes 
Autodesk Design Review Yes 
CAD&BIM Free Viewer Yes 
CloudSwyft Yes 
In Mind Cloud Yes 
Intergraph Smart Interop Publisher Yes 
Maket Yes 
MasterFile Yes 
PDF Conversion SDK Yes 
ProSteel Yes 
Section 3D Yes 
SuperMap GIS Yes 
TransCAD Yes 
VKS Yes 
Vip3D Yes 
WebODM Yes 
autoclosets Yes 
faciliCAD Yes 

Integrations

Acme CAD See No 
Argyle No 
Artec Studio No 
Autodesk Design Review No 
CAD&BIM Free Viewer No 
CloudSwyft No 
In Mind Cloud No 
Intergraph Smart Interop Publisher No 
Maket No 
MasterFile No 
PDF Conversion SDK No 
ProSteel No 
Section 3D No 
SuperMap GIS No 
TransCAD No 
VKS No 
Vip3D No 
WebODM No 
autoclosets No 
faciliCAD No 

Pricing Details

$1,268 per user per year
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
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 No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
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) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

www.autodesk.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

progeSOFT

Founded

1999

Country

Switzerland

Website

www.progesoft.com

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

Architecture

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling Yes 
BIM Modeling No 
Bills of material Yes 
Building Information Modeling Yes 
Client Management No 
Contact Management Yes 
Contract Management No 
Document Management Yes 
Drafting No 
Manufacturing Design Data Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Project Management No 
Proposal Management No 
Quotes/Proposals Yes 
Visualization / Presentation No 

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling Yes 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling Yes 
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 Yes 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation Yes 
User Defined Cycles Yes 

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