Former AutoCAD user, 20yrs, Current SOLIDWORKS, 5yrs
August 17, 2021
Former AutoCAD user, 20yrs, Current SOLIDWORKS, 5yrs
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Software Version
Paid
Overall Satisfaction with DraftSight
I am a previous user of AutoCAD. It was very easy to use and the commands are the same as what I have used for the past 20 years. We use SOLIDWORKS software for truck body design and engineering drawings. When I am doing Research and Development projects, it is much easier to use DraftSight. I use DraftSight for simple and complex designs. This software works well to import to SOLIDWORKS. I use DraftSight to convert SOLIDWORKS Layflat .dxf files to polyline format and send the files to manufacturers that laser cut sheet metal parts.
- Convert SOLIDWORKS .dwg export to Polyline and save as .dxf
- Commands are the same as older versions of AutoCAD
- Stretch and Rotate when working on Research and Development projects. Way easier for me than R&D using SOLIDWORKS.
- Modifying dimension text position is difficult or unavailable.
- Dimension styles are difficult to set up.
- Not sure where the purge command is like Auto Cad to get rid of line types not used, etc.
- Least expensive software that is very functional.
- Able to export files to outside manufacturers to get laser cut parts, saving cost compared to standard production methods.
Do you think DraftSight delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with DraftSight's feature set?
Yes
Did DraftSight live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of DraftSight go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy DraftSight again?
Yes
- AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS