AutoCAD vs DraftSight

AutoCAD plans

• AutoCAD MonthlyPriced on request
• AutoCAD Monthly—
• AutoCAD AnnualPriced on request
• AutoCAD Annual—
• AutoCAD 3-YearPriced on request
• AutoCAD 3-Year—

DraftSight plans

• Professional$299 a year
• Premium$599 a year
• Network$399 a year
• DraftSight Professional$299 a year
• DraftSight Enterprise$399 a year
• DraftSight Premium$599 a year

Pick AutoCAD if…

AutoCAD suits people who need precise 2D or 3D drafting and modeling, including teams collaborating on DWG files. Its specialized toolsets address several design fields, and eligible students and educators can use renewable education access.

Pick DraftSight if…

DraftSight is aimed at professionals and teams in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and design. It suits users working with DWG drawings who need 2D drafting or, in some versions, 3D capabilities.