--- description: Get information about AutoCAD price, usability & features from verified user experiences. Read reviews from Indian business users & discover similar tools. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: AutoCAD Price, Features, Reviews & Ratings - Capterra India --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Engineering CAD Software](/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) > [AutoCAD](/software/174021/autocad) # AutoCAD Canonical: https://www.capterra.in/software/174021/autocad Page: 1 / 130\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.in/software/174021/autocad?page=2) > 2D and 3D CAD software that offers features such as designing and annotating geometry, layout publishing, automation, and more. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 3211 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses AutoCAD? Designed for architects, designers, engineers, project managers, real estate developers, students, construction professionals who want to create precise 2D and 3D drawings. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 3211 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Autodesk - **Location**: San Rafael, US - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: $250.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - 2D/3D Designing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Modeling - Animation Software - Annotations - CAD Tools - Change Management Software - Collaboration Tools - Compliance Management - Component Library - Content Library - Data Import/Export - Design Management - Design Templates - Document Generation Software - Document Management Software - Drafting - Drag & Drop - File Management - Manufacturing Design Data - Mobile Access - Parts Management - Project Management Software - Rendering - Reusable Designs - Scheduling Software - Sketching and Annotation Tools - Third-Party Integrations ## Integrations (3 total) - Microsoft Excel - Revit - SketchUp ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base Software - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.in/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.in/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) - [Animation Software](https://www.capterra.in/directory/32795/animation/software) - [3D CAD Software](https://www.capterra.in/directory/31236/3d-cad/software) - [3D Architecture Software](https://www.capterra.in/directory/31276/3d-architecture/software) - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.capterra.in/directory/31237/architectural-cad/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[Inventor](https://www.capterra.in/software/174020/inventor) — 4.5/5 (278 reviews) ## Reviews ### "AutoCAD: Precision and Versatility for Engineering Design" — 5.0/5 > **MD** | *29 May 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Best easy to use CAD software, its precision and versatility it allows me to create highly detailed and accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for a wide range of projects. > > **Cons**: I like least about AutoCAD is that it can be resource-intensive and sometimes slow when handling large files or complex drawings, and the learning curve for beginners can be steep. > > My overall experience with AutoCAD has been highly positive—it’s a powerful, versatile tool that allows for precise and detailed design work across various engineering. ----- ### "Engineering manager review for Autocad to use PCB layout (Used in previous organization)" — 5.0/5 > **saravanakumar** | *26 December 2024* | Automotive | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Changes new version of May affect the previous version so its hard for user (Used in previous organization). > > **Cons**: Changes in new version may affect the previous version so its hard to use sometime. > > Overall if you want to make precision and efficiency for 2D drawings we should use only autocad, no other software will give these experience ----- ### "Lightweight, Easy to use Rapid 2D Drafting Software" — 5.0/5 > **Praveen** | *6 October 2024* | Construction software | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Great 2D Drafting software. Helps to quickly check and verify ideas using 2d elevation, plan etc. Used it extensively during tower crane erection and dismantling preparation for the creation of scheme drawings. Favourite Feature - PDFIMPORT. Best part - keyboard commands shortucts which differentiates it from other CAD applications. > > **Cons**: The cost is very high. Unsustainable for an individual to acquire. Had used it on student and organizational license. The PDFIMPORT function can be improved - lots of information is turned to noise during conversion from PDF to DWG. Dimensions also get incorrectly scaled - maybe with the application of AI the conversion can be streamlined as this is one of the best feature. > > I have been using AutoCAD for 5-6 years and it has been good experience. The learning curve of the software is non-steep and after learning few commands become intuitive. Mostly used the conversion feature from PDF to DWG which works great but however there is still room for perfection. ----- ### "AutoCAD: Powerful but Challenging" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *18 October 2024* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like how AutoCAD offers precision and flexibility for both 2D and 3D designs. It’s super versatile, making it useful across industries like architecture and engineering. The customization options are a big plus, letting users tailor workflows. And the wide file compatibility ensures smooth collaboration > > **Cons**: It has very complex functions to understand but once you get comfortable with it then there is no worry and it also requires a better system as it requires better specifications of laptop or pc . > > In the starting it felt really difficult to use but now when i knew it properly it became very easier as well as it is a very powerful tool. It is great for both 2D drafting and 3D modelling, though it can be a bit heavy on system resources. ----- ### "Industry standard for 2D drafting, despite the cost" — 5.0/5 > **Sudarshan Shivaji** | *24 July 2026* | Civil Engineering | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I like most about AutoCAD is just how fast and precise you can be once you know what you’re doing. Setting up custom shortcuts, layer standards, and dynamic blocks saves a ton of time on repetitive work. Plus, since pretty much everyone in the industry uses the .dwg format, sharing files with other teams, clients, or consultants is completely painless. Once you have your templates set up, pumping out clean, accurate drawing sets is as straightforward as it gets. > > **Cons**: The subscription pricing is definitely the main downside—it gets expensive real quick, especially if you're running a smaller operation. Also, while it’s great for 2D, trying to do any serious 3D work in AutoCAD feels outdated compared to software built specifically for 3D modeling. Large project files with a bunch of heavy hatches or external references can also drag performance down pretty quickly if your computer isn't top-tier. > > Overall, AutoCAD is just a solid workhorse that gets the job done for everyday plans, sections, and detail drawings. It definitely takes some time upfront to learn properly beyond simple line work, but once you get your routine down, it’s fast and dependable. The price is annoying and 3D isn't its strength, but for getting actual construction drawings out the door, it’s still the tool I rely on most. ----- Page: 1 / 130\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.in/software/174021/autocad?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.in/software/174021/autocad) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data