Audience

Companies in the architecture, engineering, construction, and industrial projects market seeking a tool to manage their operations

About SilicaCAD

SilicaCAD Professional is a 2D/3D DWG-native CAD for general-purpose drafting. The program is original and based on 22 years’ of CAD experience (since 1999), SilicaCAD offers very high compatibility with AutoCAD® offers more advanced features and exclusive tools essential. The best solution for AEC, and MCAD in all sectors of CAD use. SilicaCAD is the best economic solution, it is a perpetual licensing with more Extra CAD functions at a fraction of the cost of other CADs software. DWG is the same AutoCAD’s file format, so when you open an existing DWG file with SilicaCAD, there’s no file conversion and no data loss. We provide industry-standard compatibility with AutoCAD®, which means you can get to work immediately using DWG files, commands, fonts, blocks, hatches, and Linetypes. You can finally buy a DWG-compatible ACAD at an extremely affordable price.

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Pricing

Starting Price:
$350 per user
Free Trial:
Free Trial available.

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Ratings/Reviews - 2 User Reviews

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5
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Company Information

FSC
Founded: 2004
United Arab Emirates
silicacad.com

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Product Details

Platforms Supported
Windows
Training
Documentation
Live Online
Webinars
In Person
Videos
Support
Online

SilicaCAD Frequently Asked Questions

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SilicaCAD Product Features

CAD

Database Connectivity
4-Axis Milling
User Defined Cycles
2 1/2-Axis Milling
Simulate Cycles
3-Axis Milling
Hole Making
Spiral Output
Toolpath Simulation
5-Axis Milling
Civil
3D Modeling
Mechanical
Design Analysis
Document Management
Electrical
Collaboration
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Design Export
2D Drawing
Structural Engineering

Engineering

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Collaboration
Design Export
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Document Management
Design Analysis
Structural Engineering

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SilicaCAD Verified User Reviews

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  • A SilicaCAD User
    Architect
    Used the software for: 6-12 Months
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1 - 25
    Design
    Ease
    Features
    Pricing
    Support
    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "SIlicaCAD User"

    Posted 2021-11-27

    Pros: Commands are same as AutoCAD, More faster, easy to use,
    lots of new features available in SilicaCAD.

    Cons: I like this software, i think there is no difference between AutoCAD and SilicaCAD.

    Overall: Excellent alternative solution for AutoCAD and it's a permanent license, with free technical support.

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  • A SilicaCAD User
    Electrical Engineer
    Used the software for: 2+ Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: Administrator
    Company Size: 1 - 25
    Design
    Ease
    Features
    Pricing
    Support
    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "SilicaCAD 2021"

    Posted 2021-11-15

    Pros: Amazingly similar to AutoCAD.
    The price suits me.
    It has a lot of free add-ons such as converting from PDF to DWG.

    Cons: I wish it worked with Mac because it is only working with Windows currently.

    Overall: I have been working with CAD software since 2004, I think everyone who has used AutoCAD will like SilicaCAD.

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