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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    AutoCAD

    Score8.1 out of 10
    N/AAutoCAD is a CAD product from Autodesk. It allows designers to work in 2D and 3D, and is available on Windows and Mac, but with extensive online collaboration tools.

    $245

    per month

    Cvent Event Management

    Score9 out of 10
    N/ACvent is a cloud-based enterprise event management company offering software solutions to event planners and marketers for online event registration, venue selection, event management and marketing, onsite solutions, email marketing, and attendee engagement. Cvent's suite of products automate and simplify the planning process to maximize the impact of events. Cvent provides hoteliers with an integrated platform, enabling properties to increase business demand through targeted advertising…N/A
    Pricing
    AutoCADCvent Event Management
    Editions & Modules
    Monthly Subscription
    $245
    per month per user
    Yearly Subscription
    $1975
    per year per user
    3-Year Subscription
    $5925
    3 years per user
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    Pricing Offerings
    AutoCADCvent Event Management
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeRequired
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    AutoCADCvent Event Management
    Considered Both Products
    Autodesk
    No answer on this topic
    Cvent
    No answer on this topic
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    96%
    Would buy again
    45 Answers
    98%
    Would buy again
    277 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    93%
    Delivers good value for the price
    38 Answers
    97%
    Delivers good value for the price
    221 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    91%
    Happy with the feature set
    43 Answers
    97%
    Happy with the feature set
    273 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    88%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    29 Answers
    96%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    176 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    95%
    Implementation went as expected
    38 Answers
    92%
    Implementation went as expected
    184 Answers
    Features
    AutoCADCvent Event Management
    Computer-Aided Design Software
    Comparison of Computer-Aided Design Software features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    7.0
    7 Ratings
    7% below category average
    Cvent Event Management
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    Ratings
    3D Modeling6.07 Ratings00 Ratings
    2D Drafting8.77 Ratings00 Ratings
    Rendering and Visualization6.37 Ratings00 Ratings
    Parametric Design7.57 Ratings00 Ratings
    Collaboration and Sharing8.77 Ratings00 Ratings
    Compatibility with other software and formats8.77 Ratings00 Ratings
    Assembly Design6.77 Ratings00 Ratings
    Simulation and Analysis4.76 Ratings00 Ratings
    Documentation and Annotation7.67 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customization and Extensions5.37 Ratings00 Ratings
    Mobile Capabilities
    Comparison of Mobile Capabilities features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    -
    Ratings
    Cvent Event Management
    7.3
    84 Ratings
    17% below category average
    Responsive Design for Web Access00 Ratings7.281 Ratings
    Mobile Application00 Ratings7.984 Ratings
    Dashboard / Report / Visualization Interactivity on Mobile00 Ratings6.879 Ratings
    Online Meetings / Events
    Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    -
    Ratings
    Cvent Event Management
    7.9
    76 Ratings
    6% below category average
    Calendar integration00 Ratings8.058 Ratings
    Meeting initiation00 Ratings7.553 Ratings
    Integrates with social media00 Ratings7.149 Ratings
    Record meetings / events00 Ratings7.744 Ratings
    Slideshows00 Ratings7.836 Ratings
    Event registration00 Ratings9.278 Ratings
    Online Events Collaboration
    Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    -
    Ratings
    Cvent Event Management
    8.2
    66 Ratings
    2% below category average
    Live chat00 Ratings8.855 Ratings
    Audience polling00 Ratings7.768 Ratings
    Q&A00 Ratings8.267 Ratings
    Online Events Security
    Comparison of Online Events Security features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    -
    Ratings
    Cvent Event Management
    7.6
    78 Ratings
    12% below category average
    User authentication00 Ratings7.775 Ratings
    Participant roles & permissions00 Ratings7.976 Ratings
    Confidential attendee list00 Ratings7.370 Ratings
    Online Events Marketing
    Comparison of Online Events Marketing features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    -
    Ratings
    Cvent Event Management
    8.9
    86 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Branding options00 Ratings8.683 Ratings
    Integration to Marketing Automation00 Ratings8.957 Ratings
    Attendee list export00 Ratings9.286 Ratings
    Virtual Event
    Comparison of Virtual Event features of AutoCAD and Cvent Event Management
    Feature
    AutoCAD
    -
    Ratings
    Cvent Event Management
    8.5
    92 Ratings
    6% above category average
    Registration, RSVP, and ticketing00 Ratings9.286 Ratings
    Email marketing00 Ratings7.990 Ratings
    Livestreaming00 Ratings7.946 Ratings
    Audience engagement00 Ratings8.676 Ratings
    Event recording00 Ratings8.247 Ratings
    Virtual booths00 Ratings8.649 Ratings
    Networking00 Ratings8.360 Ratings
    Event analytics00 Ratings9.088 Ratings
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    Score7.7 out of 10
    Enterprises
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    Score7.6 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    AutoCADCvent Event Management
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.7
    (88 ratings)
    9.5
    (425 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (3 ratings)
    10.0
    (46 ratings)
    Usability
    8.3
    (9 ratings)
    8.9
    (90 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (5 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (5 ratings)
    Support Rating
    6.9
    (13 ratings)
    9.9
    (115 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (3 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    4.5
    (3 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    8.0
    (2 ratings)
    7.2
    (16 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (2 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    5.5
    (3 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.4
    (5 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (3 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (3 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    AutoCADCvent Event Management
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Autodesk
    Once again, for jobs/companies where you are doing a lot of design and modelling of tanks, pipework or filling machine or basic electronics its fantastic as a 3D and 2D modelling tool, however once again when it comes to testing these actual products in the real world, I feel like AutoCAD is let down by its clunky fitting and spec management and also in very limited in-house engineering simulations.
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    Cvent
    Cvent has been great for our large flagship conferences, roadshows, exec forums, and webinars. From registration and attendee management all the way to post-event engagement and everything in between. Its custom reporting has helped us present business cases when we needed to eliminate certain events and has also helped us navigate challenging recruitment times by calling out patterns and successes.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • Compatibility of different file formats, and also exports to different file formats.
    • CLI Commands as well as internal functions which are exposed can be used for automation of various tasks.
    • The new 2025 comes with .NET Core support which helps AutoCAD to connect with Cloud based features.
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    Cvent
    • Event registration - manages different registration types for different programming.
    • Audience Segmentation - from sessions to event emails to push notifications, Cvent's audience segmentation saves us so much time.
    • Training - Cvent has a vast library of help articles and community questions and answers to help both new and seasoned users.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • User Interface Customisation: AutoCAD's user interface could benefit from more robust customisation options. Allowing users to rearrange toolbars, menus, and panels according to their specific workflows and preferences would enhance productivity.
    • Enhanced 3D Modeling Tools: While AutoCAD is capable of 3D modeling, it's not as intuitive or feature-rich as dedicated 3D modeling software. Streamlining the process and adding more advanced modeling tools would be a welcome improvement.
    • Enhanced Collaboration and Version Control: AutoCAD could improve its collaboration tools, such as real-time editing and version tracking, to facilitate smoother teamwork, especially in multi-disciplinary projects.
    • Intelligent Object Libraries: AutoCAD could benefit from an expanded and more intelligent library of standard objects and components. This would save time for designers who often have to create custom components from scratch.
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    Cvent
    • Growth emphasis seems slanted towards trade shows and events vendor integrations (less so on educational/attendee features)
    • Because of rapid incorporation of new functionality, documentation can lag behind the current platform
    • Complexity is growing, so the platform requires a significant investment of time and coordination to fully leverage
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Autodesk
    Because rarely we [would] rather wait for a whole year to update, sometimes the new updates don't bring many new features and we are still ok with the current version. Also the change of interface is always something that takes time for every partner in the company to get comfortable with. So those are the main reasons we may want to keep the same version.
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    Cvent
    We are very pleased with the features that Cvent gives us. The ease of use and the immediate support when something does stump us. Cvent provides us with everything that we need to run a successful event. The only reason I did not Rate Cvent as a 10 is the cost
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    Usability
    Autodesk
    It is very usable once you understand the program. I believe there is room for improvement in the 2D to 3D modeling capability. We have to use other apps to 3D model and that can be time consuming and sometimes AutoCAD doesn't transfer work that well between apps. They can improve there.
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    Cvent
    Super simple to use once configured. The solutions guide you through the process and the training resources and community fill in anything you can't figure out. Technical and non-technical users alike will be able to figure out how to successfully use the system.
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    Reliability and Availability
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    Cvent
    There have been a few times when the system has gone down in the midst of registration. It can be frustrating but know that it does happen at times
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    Performance
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    Cvent
    When pulling reports and it can sometimes lag a bit and that can be frustrating when you are trying to get things done on a timeline
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    Support Rating
    Autodesk
    AutoCAD has the issue of crashing or slowing down the design procedure once a heavy design that includes several disciplines or multiple families/blocks is involved. Customer services gets the feedback from the crash reports but this issue seems like it has never been addressed in the software updates past several years.
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    Cvent
    The company offers 24/7 customer support, including phone, email, and chat support, to ensure that we can get help when we need it. Additionally, the platform has a comprehensive help center and knowledge base, including user guides, tutorials, and FAQs, which help us troubleshoot issues on our own. Cvent also provides training and support resources, including onboarding assistance, live training sessions, and webinars, which help us get the most out of the platform. Overall, Cvent appears to be committed to providing excellent customer support and resources to its users, which can help ensure a positive user experience and successful events.
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    In-Person Training
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    Cvent
    Our on-site trainer was very knowledgeable in the product and gave us very important pointers on best practices and how to perform tasks in the simplest manner
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    Online Training
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    Cvent
    It was all self-driven and I had to do a lot of searching around in the community to get answers.
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    Implementation Rating
    Autodesk
    the implementation was realy easy , to set up our workstation we pay for the licenses we are about to use , there was a little bit of delay to get the payment processed to receive the serial but after that the install runs without any problem , so you can fell secure there will be not issue with the implementation.
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    Cvent
    It would have been nice during implementation if we had received more pointers on how to organize our parked report folders, libraries, etc. to avoid the mess we find ourselves in today. If we had known ahead of time the limitations we could have planned better.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Autodesk
    I use Revit far more than I use AutoCAD. AutoCAD is great for simple linework, but even then I will often create the lines in Revit and then export to AutoCAD for final touches and printing. AutoCAD is a bit easier for large-format prints, which is why I almost always end up using it after starting in Revit.
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    Cvent
    There is no other tool that offers the same range of solutions as Cvent, all under one umbrella. With minimal reliance on APIs, client and associate data are more secure, making all stakeholders more comfortable with the software. All other solutions I looked at only solved one piece of the puzzle I was dealing with.
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    Scalability
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    Cvent
    I can see how this can help small AND large companies as they continue to grow
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    Return on Investment
    Autodesk
    • As an educational institute there are no overall business objectives.
    • As a negative, the licensing is expensive and we have to limit the number of computers we put it on.
    • As a positive, many of our students will have a leg up when entering into programs or companies that use this software.
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    Cvent
    • Cvent Event Management has definitely provided great value with our exhibitors. It's a well organized system that they all trust and utilize each year now.
    • Cvent Event Management has also provided positive ROI on the app front. Our clients rely on the app to share information and it's saved us a lot of money in paper printing costs!
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