Draftsight Reviews

DraftSight is a trusted 2D CAD drafting and 3D design experience with a familiar and easy to learn interface. It has the productivity tools needed to create, edit, view, and share 2D and 3D DWG files. For designers that need to streamline their workflow and optimize resources, DraftSight offers advanced productivity tools and an API. Its flexible licensing options and robust integrations with SOLIDWORKS and the 3D EXPERIENCE Platform provide a streamlined and efficient design process. Here are just a few convenient features:

• Create, edit, view and markup DWG, DXF and DGN files.
• Import PDFs and convert them into editable DWG files.
• Automatically convert raster images into vector graphics.
• Switch between 2D drafting and 3D modeling to optimize designs.
• Create complex 3D surfaces or geometries.
• Modify entities, create layers, annotate, dimensions and create custom blocks.

DraftSight is made by Dassault Systèmes, the same company that makes SOLIDWORKS. It seamlessly integrates with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD and is compatible with all common file formats. Additionally, DraftSight can be connected to the cloud for remote collaboration and data access. 3D EXPERIENCE DraftSight combines DraftSight and the 3D EXPERIENCE platform to streamline the design process and enhance data management. DraftSight offers flexible licensing options, allowing to pool network seats to keep the team properly licensed while maximizing resources. While many competitors make you pay for named-user subscriptions, DraftSight Enterprise offers the choice of licensing needed. DraftSight's CAD Products include DraftSight Professional, DraftSight Premium, and DraftSight Mechanical. Each of these products caters to specific needs and requirements of the users.

DraftSight is a 2D and 3D CAD solution for architects, engineers and construction service providers, as well as professional CAD users, designers, educators and hobbyists. DraftSight lets users create, edit, view, and markup any kind of 2D and 3D DWG file with greater ease, speed, and efficiency. It is highly interoperable and works with a number of file formats. It is easy to get started with DraftSight’s familiar interface, commands, and full compatibility to seamlessly utilize legacy drawings and data like Dynamic Blocks. DraftSight looks, feels, and performs like other CAD software, so it's easy to get started and keep the productivity level up.

DraftSight offers flexible options for named-user, network, and even perpetual licensing. Here are the pricing details:

• Professional: Priced at $299 USD/yr. It allows users to create, view, and edit DWG, DXF, and DGN files. It's a powerful and affordable 2D drafting solution for everyone, complete with a set of edit, design, and automation tools (including Autolisp).

• Premium: Priced at $599 USD/yr. It includes all the features of the Professional version, plus the ability to manage large 2D drawing sets with Sheet Set Manager, save time with PDF Import and batch printing, and advanced 2D drafting and 3D design with parametric constraints.

• Network: Starting at $399 USD/yr. It activates simultaneous usage and compliance throughout the organization, complete technical support provided by SOLIDWORKS partners, and saves time with easy network license deployment.

Please note that the price displayed is in US currency. For local pricing, see the shopping cart on the website. All products are available in single and network licenses. For more information, contact DraftSight directly.

DraftSight Payment Methods

• Credit Card: Payments can be made using major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB. This is the recommended method for a seamless transaction.

• PayPal: Users can opt to pay through PayPal. After selecting this option, buyers will be redirected to the PayPal website to complete the transaction.

• Wire Transfer: For those preferring bank transfers, payments can be made via wire transfer. However, product delivery will only occur after the full payment is received. Bank details will be provided for this method.

Each payment method ensures that users can securely purchase their desired DraftSight package, whether it is a subscription or a perpetual license.