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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    ActCAD Software

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/AActCAD is a 2D & 3D CAD software with two product options: - ActCAD Standard for 2D Drafting Power Users - ActCAD Professional for 2D Drafting & 3D ACIS Modeling Users - ActCAD Prime for 2D Drafting, 3D Modeling, and AEC Objects (walls, doors, windows, staircases, roofs, floors, etc.) ActCAD can be used for applications across domains of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) including Structural, Electrical, and…

    $249

    one-time fee per user

    AutoCAD LT

    Score7.9 out of 10
    N/AAutoCAD LT computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, construction professionals, and designers rely on to produce solely 2D drawings, drafts, and documentation. AutoCAD LT is a CAD software used for 2D drawing, drafting, and documentation whereas AutoCAD is a CAD software used to create 2D drawings and 3D models. While AutoDesk's AutoCAD includes industry-specific toolsets that can provide productivity gains, both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT include the AutoCAD web and…

    $58

    per month

    Pricing
    ActCAD SoftwareAutoCAD LT
    Editions & Modules
    ActCAD 2025 Standard
    $249
    one-time fee per user
    ActCAD 2025 Premium
    $399
    one-time fee per user
    Monthly Subscription
    $60
    per month per user
    Yearly Subscription
    $490
    per year per user
    3-Year Subscription
    $1470
    3 years per user
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    ActCAD SoftwareAutoCAD LT
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeRequiredNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    ActCAD SoftwareAutoCAD LT
    Considered Both Products
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    Chose ActCAD Software
    Best bang for the buck is ActCAD. I have reviewed and used other products and they may compare similar software but are far more expensive. I have upgraded ActCAD over the years instead of buying something else.
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    Autodesk
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    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Happy with the feature set
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    Happy with the feature set
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
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    Implementation went as expected
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    Features
    ActCAD SoftwareAutoCAD LT
    Computer-Aided Design Software
    Comparison of Computer-Aided Design Software features of ActCAD Software and AutoCAD LT
    Feature
    ActCAD Software
    -
    Ratings
    AutoCAD LT
    7.5
    3 Ratings
    0% above category average
    2D Drafting00 Ratings10.03 Ratings
    Parametric Design00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    Collaboration and Sharing00 Ratings7.52 Ratings
    Compatibility with other software and formats00 Ratings4.73 Ratings
    Assembly Design00 Ratings8.52 Ratings
    Simulation and Analysis00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
    Documentation and Annotation00 Ratings6.03 Ratings
    Customization and Extensions00 Ratings8.52 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    ActCAD SoftwareAutoCAD LT
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.8
    (3 ratings)
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    Usability
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    User Testimonials
    ActCAD SoftwareAutoCAD LT
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    Some dimensions move for no apparent reason. 3d modeling could be improved upon. As a 2D program I use it daily and prefer it to 3D modeling programs for drawing details.
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    Autodesk
    AutoCAD LT is suitable for engineers that uses DWG formats casually and don't rely on AutoCAD as the main tool to issue drawings in the workflow. AutoCAD LT is best suited for firms that do not use LISP functions in AutoCAD and do not care about 3D modeling. Although AutoCAD LT has other missing functions when compared to standard AutoCAD, these features are of less importance and can't be noticed.
    Incentivized
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    Pros
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    • This is one of the most complete packages that I've used, very intuitive, thus saying user-friendly is somewhat on the mild side, as it is a pleasure to use
    • Functionality is straightforward and all pertinent information are right on the screen
    • Its ease-of-use cuts down on documentation time thus allowing me to spend more time where it's really needed
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    Autodesk
    • The library feature for all areas is to me AutoCAD LT's extra strong point, it makes it easier to find information within the program itself.
    • The fast solutions and precise development of drawings and projects is also another strong point.
    • I use the floor plans, elevations, sections and the hydraulic designs to work with my students on physics projects.
    • The software allows you to scale model and remodel as many times as you need, from simple to more complex designs
    • Importing and exporting files is also very simple to perform making corrections and quick feedback to students easy.
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    Cons
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    • My major complaint is sometimes the dimensions do not stay where I place them.
    • 3D modeling is complicated for me.
    • Need to specify wall types and be able to create custom walls.
    • Need to have a roof manager to make trusses or hand-stack framing.
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    Autodesk
    • The differences between the Mac and PC versions are quite difficult to navigate. It would be better to have a more streamlined experience between the two platforms
    • It would be nice to have feature like geolocation on the online or mac version and not just the PC version
    • Make it more compatible with other AutoCAD formats so that I can at least view things when they are coming from Civil 3D
    Incentivized
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    Usability
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    No answers on this topic
    Autodesk
    It’s easy to use, easy to customize, easy to understand on the logic behind it and the guides provides everything to improve further. the buttons are well displaced and easy to use and remember. everything seems really well fought to make it easier to use. in a single word: polished.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    It's the best alternative to cost-prohibitive CAD software.
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    Autodesk
    Although AutoCAD LT is the lite software when compared to standard AutoCAD, it does all the work when it comes to 2D modeling and issuing design drawings. When comparing it to BricsCAD, AutoCAD LT shines, as it works without freezing and is usually more responsive than BricsCAD, it just outclasses it.
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    Return on Investment
    Jytra Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
    • Its ease-of-use allows me more time to focus on project needs and completion
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    Autodesk
    • The impact is always positive in my case when I use AutoCAD LT, because I provide intelligent lessons with few resources
    • The negative impact usually happens with professionals who don't like to innovate, study, or put a little more effort into their work. AutoCAD LT enables the enchantment at the end of the project by the public and at the beginning by the students that are delighted with so many tools
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