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At a Glance
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Star Rating
(74)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Autodesk DWG TrueView
IrfanView
IrfanView
Star Rating
(50)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about IrfanView
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Autodesk DWG TrueView excels in viewing 2D files with a score of 9.3, while IrfanView, although strong, scores slightly lower at 9.0. Reviewers mention that TrueView's interface is particularly user-friendly for architectural drawings.
  • Reviewers mention that IrfanView shines in batch converting files, achieving a score of 9.0 compared to TrueView's 7.8. Users on G2 appreciate IrfanView's ability to handle large volumes of images efficiently, making it ideal for users needing quick conversions.
  • G2 users highlight that Autodesk DWG TrueView has robust dimensioning tools, scoring 7.9, but IrfanView outperforms with a score of 8.6. Reviewers say that IrfanView's tools are more versatile for image editing, which is a significant advantage for graphic designers.
  • Users say that both products have strong file import and export capabilities, but IrfanView edges out with scores of 9.2 and 9.3 respectively, while TrueView scores 8.5 in both categories. Reviewers mention that IrfanView supports a wider range of file formats, enhancing its usability.
  • Reviewers mention that Autodesk DWG TrueView is particularly effective for viewing 3D files, scoring 8.3, while IrfanView scores slightly higher at 8.6. Users report that TrueView's 3D visualization tools are tailored for CAD users, making it a preferred choice for engineering applications.
  • Users on G2 report that both products have a solid ease of use rating, with TrueView at 8.8 and IrfanView at 9.3. Reviewers say that IrfanView's intuitive interface and quick learning curve make it a favorite among new users, while TrueView is praised for its specialized features for CAD professionals.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Autodesk DWG TrueView
No pricing available
IrfanView
No pricing available
Free Trial
Autodesk DWG TrueView
No trial information available
IrfanView
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
56
9.2
40
Ease of Use
8.8
56
9.3
40
Ease of Setup
8.5
8
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.8
8
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.3
48
8.0
28
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
7
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
56
8.3
40
Features by Category
8.1
304
8.7
251
File Options
8.5
33
9.2
33
8.5
32
9.3
32
9.3
37
9.0
29
8.3
28
8.6
16
7.8
27
9.0
23
8.4
32
9.2
32
Tools
7.9
33
8.6
23
7.9
30
8.2
26
6.7
23
8.3
13
Design
7.2
29
7.8
24
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView
IrfanView
IrfanView
Autodesk DWG TrueView and IrfanView are categorized as CAD Viewers
Unique Categories
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView has no unique categories
IrfanView
IrfanView has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
44.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
34.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.8%
IrfanView
IrfanView
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
66.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
20.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
12.5%
Reviewers' Industry
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Construction
22.2%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.7%
Civil Engineering
13.9%
Architecture & Planning
11.1%
Design
6.9%
Other
29.2%
IrfanView
IrfanView
Computer Software
12.5%
Information Technology and Services
10.4%
Online Media
6.3%
Marketing and Advertising
6.3%
Construction
6.3%
Other
58.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Steve R.
SR
Steve R.
Verified User in Construction

The thing that I like best about TrueView is that it gives options to those that need to review drawings but nothing else. Sometimes there is a need to see the drawings but there is no need to have a full version of AutoCAD. There is also a big need to...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Kim G.
KG
Kim G.
Verified User in Civil Engineering

If a user is coming from a full version of AutoCAD, the limited capabilities of TrueView is disorienting. Users will have to unlearn some basic commands and learn new commands specific to TrueView. Have the commands be similar to AutoCAD to allow users of...

IrfanView
IrfanView
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Alice J.
AJ
Alice J.
Verified User in Construction

IrfanView offers a much more complete photo viewer than originally offered by Windows, providing many more editing tools and improving access to images. It is associated with a large number of image extensions, including videos, in which we can add more...

Most Helpful Critical Review
PM
Paola M.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning

the defect is usability, you have to look well between the curtains to find the desired command

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Discussions
Autodesk DWG TrueView
Autodesk DWG TrueView Discussions
Is DWG True View free?
2 comments
Vishal G.
VG
Yes it is free and easy to use. Read more
File formats
1 comment
MG
Unfortunately there is no current news on newly supported file types. It is stated that as of now, Autodesk Trueview currently supports over 50+ file...Read more
Can you draw with Autodesk TrueView?
1 comment
Stacey B.
SB
No adding, removing, or modifying.Read more
IrfanView
IrfanView Discussions
What can IrfanView do?
2 comments
Verified User
G2
Great for conversion between image formats.Read more
Is IrfanView still the best?
2 comments
Chuck G.
CG
Yes it is. Absolutely the best of its type.Read more
Is IrfanView a photo editor?
2 comments
Puneet  Y.
PY
Yes its a easy to use photo editing toolRead more