it comes with every install of solidworks
can work with my macros Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
not many youtube demos
need to modify fonts that came from old autocad versions Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
The other people that I work with use SolidWorks which is way more than what I need. I was using AutoCAD every day to accomplish my 2D projects. The fact that it works with AutoCAD files is definitely a plus.
I myself have not had the need to contact Customer Service but others at my office have and expressed that it was a nice experience. They were treated like a person and things were explained so that they could understand.
It was easy to get started using DraftSight since it was similar to AutoCAD. This saves a lot of time from having to completely learn something new. The layout is simple and easy to use. With using DraftSight every day, it is really nice that it integrated with my current way I work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I dislike that you are not able to just purchase it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I am a clinging-on DraftSight Standard user but even without the additional features of Professional I do find the software very capable and generally a pleasure to use. Particularly after dabbling with less serious cheap/free CAD alternatives in the past. I came to DS from AutoCAD LT doing mainly HVAC layouts and sections. Having learned a fair bit of the AutoCAD command-line syntax I really appreciated the highly transferrable skills when moving to DraftSight. This also means that if I ever have to move back to ACAD (at a future workplace) I will still remember a lot of the ACAD commands, having practised them in DS. It keeps one more flexible.
I find performance is good and stability is mostly good. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
At times I have had a few crashes but then again I am often running DraftSight on a fairly modest business laptop with onboard Intel Graphics, which may cause stability problems.
Local support is not amazing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I use DraftSight for the ease of use on checking files and making small edits. I use the product daily, and it supports my needs. I have reached out to customer support, and they have promptly assisted me in resolving my issues. They were able to explain the feature, how to integrate it, and how it works differently from other CAD programs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I dislike that it is a subscription-based service, but I understand that most CAD programs use that business model. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that DraftSight supports your daily tasks with ease and that our customer support has been helpful in addressing your inquiries. We understand your preference for non-subscription models, and we appreciate your understanding of industry standards. Your recognition of DraftSight's affordability and value means a lot to us.
It is still the best, fastest way to generate 2D layouts, as SolidWorks just takes too long for preliminary work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Sometimes incompatible elements are added by importing customer data. It can be difficult to isolate these to purge them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Thank you for your feedback and for recognizing DraftSight’s speed and efficiency in generating 2D layouts. We understand the challenges with handling incompatible elements and are continuously improving our tools to streamline data management. It’s great to hear how DraftSight provides an affordable solution for accessing AutoCAD data. We appreciate your support!
I guess what I like best is the cost. I started out when it was free and i still believe now we get the best bang for our buck. Whatever I had to do using the competitor I was always able to do with DraftSight at a fraction of the price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I do experience quite a few crashes of the software, but it may just be my laptop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
draft sight standard I use it in Korea.
I pay annually for 2D CAD work.
It is easy to use because of its compatibility and fewer errors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
There is nothing I dislike.
Please update frequently for the convenience of users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Thank you for sharing your review and experience with DraftSight. We’re pleased to hear that its ease of use, compatibility with SOLIDWORKS, and reliable performance in 2D CAD work have been valuable to you. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we appreciate your suggestion for frequent updates—we remain committed to enhancing DraftSight to meet the evolving needs of our users.
powerful functions in a reasonable price Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
there is no bad experience in using draftsight until now Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Sky - thank you for your positive review. We're thrilled that you find DraftSight's powerful functionality and reasonable pricing valuable. It's great to hear that you've had no negative experiences so far. We're especially glad DraftSight is helping you design clear factory layouts that benefit your entire team.
Draftsight is much better value that alternative products. It has all the functionality we require for the electrical and mechanical drawings we need to produce. I have been using it for over 5 years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
In WIndows 11 I couldn't get it to start until I ran it as Administrator. Apart from that it is great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad DraftSight has been a reliable, value-packed solution for your electrical and mechanical drawings over the years. We appreciate your note about the Windows 11 startup issue and will work to improve the experience—thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
Draftsight has a user friendly interface that makes modeling easy and accurate, its simple to set up with a customizable toolbar, and it offers plenty of features to help you along the way. The customer support is excellent and you can use it as often as you need. it works smoothly with other modeling software making it even more versatile. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Like anything great, it has a few downsides. the high cost is a concern for some, and it has limited features for certain analtses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Thank you for your review and kind words about DraftSight’s user-friendly interface, robust features, and excellent customer support. We appreciate your feedback regarding cost and analysis features, and we’re continuously exploring ways to deliver the best value to our users. It’s great to hear how DraftSight enhances your design, prototyping, and testing processes. Thank you for sharing your experience!
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what operating systems does this program run on, is it microsoft freindly?
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