What is AutoCAD?
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that is used for precise 2D and 3D drafting, design, and modeling with solids, surfaces, mesh objects, documentation features, and more. It includes features to automate tasks and increase productivity such as comparing drawings, counting, adding objects, and creating tables. It also comes with seven industry-specific toolsets for electrical design, plant design, architecture layout drawings, mechanical design, 3D mapping, adding scanned images, and converting raster images. AutoCAD enables users to create, edit, and annotate drawings via desktop, web, and mobile devices.
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89 Likeliness to Recommend
96 Plan to Renew
81 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+93 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love AutoCAD?
Pros
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Respectful
- Performance Enhancing
How to read the Emotional Footprint
The Net Emotional Footprint measures high-level user sentiment towards particular product offerings. It aggregates emotional response ratings for various dimensions of the vendor-client relationship and product effectiveness, creating a powerful indicator of overall user feeling toward the vendor and product.
While purchasing decisions shouldn't be based on emotion, it's valuable to know what kind of emotional response the vendor you're considering elicits from their users.
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Feature Ratings
2D Drawing
Technical Drawings
Printing Support
Collaboration
Libraries & Templates
Visualization
Analytics and Reporting
3D Modeling
Digital Scanning
Raster Data Manipulation
3rd Party Integration
Vendor Capability Ratings
Quality of Features
Breadth of Features
Ease of Implementation
Business Value Created
Availability and Quality of Training
Usability and Intuitiveness
Ease of Customization
Ease of Data Integration
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Ease of IT Administration
Vendor Support
AutoCAD Reviews
Naveen K.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Jun 2024
Powerful and Versatile Design Software
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates AutoCAD from other similar products?
Users can customize AutoCAD extensively with APIs, scripts, and plugins to fit their specific workflows and preferences.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
comprehensive and versatile toolset.
What do you dislike most about this product?
learning curve
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Take advantage of the training resources provided by Autodesk, such as tutorials, webinars, and certification programs.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Vidisha R.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted May 2024
"Ease to use designing" "Great user interface"
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates AutoCAD from other similar products?
Their user reliability and ease-to-use interface make them better for users. they have a number of features and also their working methodology is very great.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The most I love about this platform is its user interface and reliable service quality.
What do you dislike most about this product?
In my opinion, they don't have any negative points or I don't have any bad comments on their services.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Overall, If you are a designer and want to make awesome designs for your projects then this platform is best for you.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Shashikant s.
- Role: Industry Specific Role
- Industry: Engineering
- Involvement: Vendor Selection and Purchasing
Submitted Mar 2026
Robust CAD Platform with excellent precision
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates AutoCAD from other similar products?
AutoCAD differentiates itself through its industry standard reputation, precision drafting capabilities, and extensive customization options.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
My favorite aspect of AutoCAD is its precision and control in drafting. Its flexibility & command-based workflow significantly improve efficiency once mastered.
What do you dislike most about this product?
The interface & command structure can feel complex at first, and mastering advanced features takes time.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Invest in training or tutorials early on, the learning curve is steep, but the payoff in productivity is significant.
Pros
- Fair
- Client's Interest First
- Friendly Negotiation
- Helps Innovate
