ActCAD is a robust CAD solution that delivers excellent functionality at an attractive price point. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting in the field Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

ActCAD has a steep learning curve for advanced features, limited add-ons, and documentation that could be more comprehensive, with potential performance issues on older systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. Almost identical with Autocad. Autocad customisations can be easily transfered to Actcad

2. Run with minimal changes to existing Autolisp code.

3. Perpetual Licence

4. Low price Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. Transparency+Style printing possible only by setting the system variable Plottransparencyoverride=1.

2. Print Preview needs a lot of improvement.

2. No European Steel Sections in Actcad Prime. This is a long-time pending request.

3. From time to time updating Actcad version using the Check for Updates icon fails.

4. The PDF to DWG/DXF add on crushes.

5. No VBA available. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Robust Features, Relatively Customizable, Seems to be well-built and stable Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Switched computers and didn't log out on the now wiped old computer (that I no longer have access to). I'm now entirely unable to activate my $400 license on my new computer. Have reached out on multiple occasions with no success. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Across is very easy to use and powerful tool. The menus are easy to use and also it is less costly.In general it is equivalent alternative for AutoCAD.Also it has every type of function required for basic engineering design. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As of know to the extent I have used this tool I do Not found any cons of using this tool.As it is very cost effective as compared to the functions it provide.In my opinion it is best software . Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is really an economical save. Going to the Indian Economy has been a blessing in disguise. I appreciate the multifacets of options. The use of Explorer Tabs really makes a difference to program a schedule. The render options are quick and rational. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I haven't found the adaptation tools to be easy to follow. Lisp is the only track I can improve upon at the time junction. There are some drawing safety upends that might be compromised. There is not really a clear response to QA status quo, although the team does respond to true hierarchical problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Autocad BIM is used to create the building information before building is constructed so that we have the cost and time schedule. This also help to have a proper schedule of construction. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

In this we don't have a option of real time syncing. Which give us to divide the area and then work on it Revit and other are good because of the real time syncing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The most helpful thing is it has most of the additional modelling and drafting tools required like block libraries,different converters etc.

Also it supports older versions of files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I am quite satisfied with this software as it include all the conventional feature and provides additional features which generally requires in modelling and BIM implementation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use ActCAD to introduce and train people with low or no previous CAD experience. I like the simple functions, good tutorials and responsive customer care team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

ActCAD is a beginners' program in my mind. I do not blame them, but they do not have a lot of advanced features, so eventually one has to transition to AutoCAD or Solidworks or the like. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The transition from AutoCAD to ActCAD went smoothly. The help I requested for the installation on my PC running Windows 10 was quickly accomplished despite my not-so-good English skills. A main reason for the switch was the desire for a cost-effective CAD system that could help edit current AutoCAD files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are missing manuals and quick guides in German. Then ActCAD would be perfect. Also, the translation of menus and function names into German is still incomplete in many places. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Autocad fabrication is the best thing.

In this the fittings of duct or pipe are all according to market availability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Autocad has less flexibility for various commands like in alignment, we have to select the two points to align any elements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.