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AutoCAD Reviews: 4.5/5 — Highly Rated

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What is AutoCAD?

AutoCAD is a professional 2D and 3D CAD program used to design and create digital assets. The software offers drafting and design tools for 2D geometry and 3D models with solids, meshes objects, or surfaces. With AutoCAD, users can automate adding blocks, creating schedules, and comparing drawings ensuring better efficiency. AutoCAD also has a full suite of advanced features for both 2D drafting and 3D modeling. It also offers web and mobile application access for multiple device accessibility, cloud-storage connectivity, and access to the Autodesk app store if you’re looking for more specific extensions.

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Year founded 1982
Company size 10,001+ employees
Headquarters San Rafael, California, United States
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546 AutoCAD Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Aug 31, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Manuel Y. avatar
Manuel Y.
Analista De Gestión De La Calidad
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"Diseños avanzados y simulaciones en 3D valiosas."
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

Lo que más me gusta de AutoCAD es su rápida interfaz y la barra para escribir los comandos que necesite usar cuando esté construyendo algún plano o pieza. Al momento de diseñar, la concentración que se requiere es muy alta para evitar perder algún detalle en el diseño, y por ello, es muy agradable poder seleccionar algún comando haciendo una entrada de texto o eligiendo algún ícono que represente alguna función. La personalización de la interfaz es lo más resaltante del software; cada diseñador elige las funciones que más use o las que más necesite al momento de construir algún plano o pieza (dependiendo del área en la que se desempeñe), y AutoCAD hace esto posible de una manera muy sutil y competente. Al momento de construir alguna pieza en 3D, siempre se hace necesario la identificación de cada una en el plano de conjunto, debido que algunas son muy pequeñas para identificar, y AutoCAD tiene la particularidad de que a cada una se le puede asignar un color, lo que hace que las simulaciones sean muy agradables visualmente.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

Generalmente, no tengo problemas con AutoCAD. Lo único que me ha molestado algunas veces es que al momento de guardar un plano en formato PDF, algunas líneas pierden el grosor o el color.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

He sido el encargado de realizar planos de Plantas Industriales en las empresas en las que he trabajado, y con AutoCAD el proceso siempre es muy sencillo y eficiente. Todo lo que se necesita para hacer una representación esquemática de la Planta, se realiza de una manera rápida y sin inconvenientes. En algunas ocasiones he sido el encargado de hacer pedidos de piezas hechas a medida a distintos proveedores, y con el software la representación en planos es muy detallada y agradable.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Aug 24, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"AutoCAD for 2D and 3D drawings "
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

AutoCAD is a commercial computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software application. Developed and marketed by Autodesk,[1] AutoCAD was first released in December 1982 as a desktop app running on microcomputers with internal graphics controllers. Before AutoCAD was introduced, most commercial CAD programs ran on mainframe computers or minicomputers, with each CAD operator (user) working at a separate graphics terminal.Since 2010, AutoCAD was released as a mobile- and web app as well, marketed as AutoCAD 360.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

Limited File Formats. Because AutoCAD is one of the leading CAD programs, it limits the number of file formats it can import or export, because Autodesk expects other programs to export to AutoCAD formats, such as DWG and DXF.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

AutoCAD supports a number of APIs for customization and automation. These include AutoLISP, Visual LISP, VBA, .NET and ObjectARX. ObjectARX is a C++ class library, which was also the base for: products extending AutoCAD functionality to specific fields creating products such as AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Civil 3D third-party AutoCAD-based application There are a large number of AutoCAD plugins (add-on applications) available on the application store Autodesk Exchange Apps. AutoCAD's DXF, drawing exchange format, allows importing and exporting drawing information.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Aug 21, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Geeth H. avatar
Geeth H.
Site Engineer
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"AutoCAD"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

I using this software for drowning electrical drawing and Aircondition drawing design. this software is included good facilities and tools for my idea drawing. I like the software interface in the new version.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

need best hardware performance include CPU for install and running AutoCAD software. As the amount of creation increases, the computer slows down

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

I have the best performance include Computer and good condition running my pc on this software. and daily I work my simple and advance electrical and structural drawings. This is the only solution I have

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Aug 10, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
Aaron F. avatar
Aaron F.
Architecture Specialist
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"Superiority in quality and effectiveness for digital 2d drawing of projects."
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

Wide utility and functionality of the software to respond to the technical needs of the professional user, it has many commands and tools that facilitate the tasks of large-scale complex 2d drawing which generates benefits in reducing working times and improving quality and precision in designs , it is the most efficient software to make 2d plans precisely and extract the technical information is very simple since exporting the DWG file will be enough to take advantage of the work done.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

Being a professional technical software it is necessary to implement long training times and it is necessary to be updating every year since each new version includes improvements and innovations that must be learned to deploy to get the most out of the software, its printing options continue being very limited and more complicated than the user expects what a nuisance means when executing the printing options tools.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

All of my 2d design work for architectural projects in medical areas is done in this software since it has wide superiority in the market with respect to its operation and resources available in a professional workspace and that has a large user community. which allows me to share a file in dwg format and that other colleagues can open and read it on other devices without problems.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Jul 15, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
Emmanuel N. avatar
Emmanuel N.
Chemical/Process Engineer
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"AutoCad: Process Design Software"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

AutoCad is a software that is used for creation of designs using geometries. Autocad has many features that and learning resources that help with the software.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

The installation file size is very large. Also, when large drawings are made, the file is excessively large and difficult to transmit through via email.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

AutoCad has helped me to solve problems involving creation of process flow diagrams (PFD) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID).

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Jul 11, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
İsmail D. avatar
İsmail D.
Kıdemli Sistem Mühendisi
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"wonderful design program"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

Features I like; 2D and 3D drawing Ready drawing templates Very nice to use, there are many shortcuts and uses depending on the use of the mouse. The installation takes about 4-5 minutes. Licensing is simple and very easy. He doesn't bother us. The colors used in the interface are not tired. The design features zoom without losing image quality and this is great for detail input.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

I think that there is no better application in drawing and design than Autocad. I cannot comment negatively about AutoCad.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

The application, as I said in the title, is perhaps the best in its field. It helps us to make various designs. We design the new branches and vector drawings of technological devices in our conference and meeting rooms. We design and buy giant screens according to the size of the area. With this program, we have 5 large conference rooms. I played a major role in the purchase of the application, I personally and 3 team mates with me tests. a program without alternatives for us. We also make 3D drawings.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Jul 09, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
Oluwatomisin O. avatar
Oluwatomisin O.
Cad /Instrumentation Designer
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"AUTOCAD - BEST ENGINEERING GRAPHIC TOOL"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

What i like most about AutoCAD is that it commands a ground-breaking and simple work process that assists the clients in executing the directions viably and absolutely. Also,the drawings created are easy to generate , share with co-workers.It also boasts of a backup that ensures drawings are not lost.Trainings can be easily accessed on YouTube and many learning e-sites.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

The number one reason to dislike the software is not being pocket friendly for individuals,students and companies.It requires a very high speed computer to fully enjoy its functions.The autocad program crashes a lot when a drawing stays open for too long.The 3D modelling capabilities are nit the best and still lags behind.The file size in Dwg is too large and should be reduced.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

Used autocad for designing process flow diagrams ,piping drawing and layout design House plan designs Used as the primary software for executing projects within a work team.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Jul 08, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Bo R.
Marketing Lead
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"Simply the best"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

The best part about this is the user friendly user interface along with the toolbars. Its the best CAD software on the market with the best support possible.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

The only issue with AutoCAD is the price of it

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

CAD drawings

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Jul 08, 2019
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Bhupendra T.
Senio Enhineer
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"2-D drawing tool"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

this is a very simple tool to draw 2-D drawings. This tool used to convert the 3-D model into 2-D drawing. whenever we have to draw a component or part in 3-D then it is necessary to convert it into 2-D drawing for production porpose.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

I disliked its 3-D modeling. It is the worst tool for 3-D drawing from y point of view.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

I used AutoCAD to drawing machine components, Infrastructure drawings etc

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Jul 02, 2019
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
Bukola O. avatar
Bukola O.
Process/Mechanical Engineer
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"AutoCad For 2D Works"
What do you like best about AutoCAD?

What i love most about Autocad is the simplicity of the tool bars and commands.The user interface was modeled after popular graphics applications making it easy for anyone to pick and practice. The commands are written in very simple text easy for users to understand.To learn autocad, the tutorials and online support is great with millions of videos on YouTube.

What do you dislike about AutoCAD?

The 3D Modelling in Auto-cad is not the best and does not allow users to perform both 3D and 2D with autocad,instead users will use auto-cad for 2D and opt for revit and solid works for 3D Modeling.

What problems is AutoCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

Auto-cad is the easiest drawing software that any engineer will come across so it sets the pace well for starters in the engineering and construction sector.Good for students to start with as well.As a professional,i have used autocad to produce piping and instrumentation diagrams and flow diagrams with lines,shapes,arrows