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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.5% of reviews)
Enterprise (37.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Starting at $238.75 1 Subscription Per Month
AutoCAD
Star Rating
(1,850)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Browse all 4 pricing plansDesigncenter NX
Star Rating
(522)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $238.75 1 Subscription Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that NX CAD excels in 3D/solid modeling tools, scoring 9.3, while AutoCAD trails behind at 7.8. Reviewers mention that NX CAD's advanced features like synchronous technology allow for more flexible modeling, making it a preferred choice for complex designs.
- Reviewers mention that NX CAD offers superior editing tools, with a score of 9.4 compared to AutoCAD's 9.3. Users say that the intuitive interface and robust functionality in NX CAD make it easier to make precise adjustments to designs.
- Users on G2 highlight NX CAD's quality of support, scoring 8.6, which is higher than AutoCAD's 8.2. Reviewers say that the responsiveness and expertise of NX CAD's support team significantly enhance the user experience, especially during critical project phases.
- Reviewers mention that NX CAD has a better product direction score of 8.8 compared to AutoCAD's 8.0. Users report that NX CAD's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation is evident in its regular updates and feature enhancements.
- Users say that NX CAD's file interoperability, scoring 8.7, outperforms AutoCAD's 7.8. Reviewers mention that NX CAD's ability to seamlessly integrate with various file formats facilitates smoother collaboration across different platforms.
- G2 users report that NX CAD's custom commands score of 8.6 is slightly lower than AutoCAD's 8.8, but they appreciate NX CAD's flexibility in allowing users to create tailored workflows that enhance productivity, even if AutoCAD offers more out-of-the-box options.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AutoCAD
2 Year Subscription
$2940
/2 years
Ideal for businesses that want consistent long-term pricing.
- Access to the latest software releases
- 1-on-1 online support
- Includes AutoCAD Mobile App
Designcenter NX
NX X Essentials
Starting at $238.75
1 Subscription Per Month
Browser-based essential NX CAD, CAM and CAE tools. Create and edit NX data with zero translation.
- Feature-based solid modeling
- Synchronous technology
- Drafting
Free Trial
AutoCAD
Free Trial is available
Designcenter NX
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,524
9.0
231
Ease of Use
8.3
1,529
8.1
432
Ease of Setup
8.2
290
8.0
295
Ease of Admin
8.0
201
8.3
36
Quality of Support
8.2
1,370
8.6
218
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
199
8.6
36
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
1,500
8.8
224
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
8.0
475
Not enough data
Design
8.4
409
Not enough data
7.3
377
Not enough data
9.2
415
Not enough data
8.8
406
Not enough data
8.2
371
Not enough data
8.3
197
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.9
363
Not enough data
8.9
416
Not enough data
8.7
410
Not enough data
8.7
394
Not enough data
Construction
8.4
365
Not enough data
8.2
357
Not enough data
7.5
335
Not enough data
8.1
186
Not enough data
7.8
180
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.2
48
Not enough data
7.1
46
Not enough data
6.2
48
Not enough data
Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
9.4
493
Not enough data
8.0
467
Not enough data
8.2
469
Not enough data
7.4
423
Not enough data
Edit
8.7
483
Not enough data
8.2
436
Not enough data
8.5
480
Not enough data
8.4
455
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.6
473
Not enough data
8.6
459
Not enough data
8.4
441
Not enough data
Data Management
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.8
37
Not enough data
8.6
36
Not enough data
8.9
38
Not enough data
Map Creation
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.0
33
Not enough data
8.7
37
Not enough data
8.7
35
Not enough data
Analysis
8.5
35
Not enough data
8.0
35
Not enough data
8.1
30
Not enough data
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.9
48
Not enough data
8.6
47
Not enough data
8.9
49
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.2
52
Not enough data
9.1
51
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.4
49
Not enough data
9.2
51
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.3
47
Not enough data
8.9
48
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
5.9
15
Not enough data
6.2
15
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.2
13
9.3
71
7.4
13
8.5
71
9.2
14
9.1
71
9.2
13
9.3
72
8.8
13
8.6
71
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.6
13
9.0
71
8.8
13
8.7
72
8.2
13
8.7
72
8.3
13
8.5
72
8.5
13
8.7
72
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.6
13
8.6
72
8.7
13
8.2
70
8.3
12
8.7
71
8.2
14
8.8
72
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.3
12
8.8
72
8.5
12
8.6
71
8.5
12
8.8
71
9.2
12
9.0
72
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AutoCAD and Designcenter NX are categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Unique Categories
AutoCAD is categorized as GIS, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), and General-Purpose CAD
Designcenter NX is categorized as Additive Manufacturing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AutoCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Designcenter NX
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Architecture & Planning
22.5%
Civil Engineering
10.5%
Construction
9.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.7%
Design
8.3%
Other
40.7%
Automotive
16.0%
Aviation & Aerospace
13.4%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
11.1%
Defense & Space
5.8%
Airlines/Aviation
5.8%
Other
47.9%
Discussions
Can we add simulation?
4 Comments
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Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?
3 Comments
ZM
Photorealistic rendering techniques in AutoCAD are a way to create realistic images of 3D models. These techniques use lighting, material, and rendering...Read more
Which companies are using NX software?
3 Comments
AM
Many MNC companies in india are using Siemens softwares. Nx specially use for plastic and die casting industry majorly. Read more
What is NX software used for?
3 Comments
PS
NX software is mainly used to design CAD models, Tool and Sheet metal design, 2D drafting and much more.Read more
What is NX CAD used for?
2 Comments
PS
It is used for Product design as well as Tool/Mold design. It is also used for 2D drawing. In die casting industry, it is used vastly for Mold design due to...Read more
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