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Compare AutoCAD and CMS IntelliCAD 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (85.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Starting at $149.95 1 user With One-Time Purchase
AutoCAD
Star Rating
(1,804)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Browse all 4 pricing plansCMS IntelliCAD
Star Rating
(94)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $149.95 1 user With One-Time Purchase
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that AutoCAD excels in "Drawing" with a score of 9.2, making it a preferred choice for detailed technical drawings, while CMS IntelliCAD shines in "Modeling" with a score of 9.6, offering advanced 3D modeling capabilities that users find particularly beneficial for complex projects.
- Reviewers mention that CMS IntelliCAD's "Ease of Use" score of 9.6 significantly enhances productivity, as many users appreciate its intuitive interface compared to AutoCAD's score of 8.3, which some find less user-friendly, especially for beginners.
- G2 users highlight the superior "Collaboration" features in CMS IntelliCAD, particularly in "Annotate" and "Documentation," scoring 9.7 and 9.6 respectively, which facilitate better teamwork and project management compared to AutoCAD's lower scores in these areas.
- Users on G2 report that AutoCAD's "Quality of Support" at 8.2 is satisfactory, but many reviewers mention that CMS IntelliCAD's support, rated at 9.3, is more responsive and helpful, making it a better option for users who prioritize customer service.
- Reviewers say that AutoCAD's "Rendering" capabilities, with a score of 7.6, may not meet the expectations of users looking for high-quality visual outputs, while CMS IntelliCAD's rendering score of 9.2 is praised for producing impressive visualizations that enhance presentations.
- Users report that the "Entry Level Price" of CMS IntelliCAD starting at $149.95 is a significant advantage for small businesses, making it a more accessible option compared to AutoCAD's higher entry price of $2940 for two years, which can be a barrier for budget-conscious users.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AutoCAD
2 Year Subscription
$2940
/2 years
Ideal for businesses that want consistent long-term pricing.
- Access to the latest software releases
- 1-on-1 online support
- Includes AutoCAD Mobile App
CMS IntelliCAD
CMS IntelliCAD Premium Edition (PE)
Starting at $149.95
1 user With One-Time Purchase
2D & 3D compatible CAD Software - Standalone perpetual license or Renewable Subscription license with maintenance included.
- .DWG Native Support
- Full 2D & 3D Surface Tools
- Raster image support
Free Trial
AutoCAD
Free Trial is available
CMS IntelliCAD
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,502
9.4
74
Ease of Use
8.3
1,507
9.6
74
Ease of Setup
8.1
265
9.6
13
Ease of Admin
7.9
200
9.6
13
Quality of Support
8.2
1,351
9.3
71
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
198
9.5
13
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
1,479
9.1
67
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
8.2
467
Not enough data
Design
8.4
403
Not enough data
7.3
371
Not enough data
9.2
409
Not enough data
8.8
400
Not enough data
8.2
364
Not enough data
8.3
189
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.8
357
Not enough data
8.9
410
Not enough data
8.7
404
Not enough data
8.7
388
Not enough data
Construction
8.4
360
Not enough data
8.2
350
Not enough data
7.5
330
Not enough data
8.1
179
Not enough data
7.8
173
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.6
41
Not enough data
7.3
40
Not enough data
6.4
41
Not enough data
Design
9.4
466
9.8
58
8.1
443
9.6
48
8.2
445
9.5
51
7.4
399
9.2
46
Edit
8.7
459
9.6
52
8.2
411
Feature Not Available
8.4
456
9.6
53
8.4
431
9.4
50
Collaboration
8.6
449
9.7
53
8.6
434
9.6
45
8.4
417
9.6
50
Data Management
8.5
35
Not enough data
8.7
34
Not enough data
8.5
33
Not enough data
8.8
35
Not enough data
Map Creation
8.3
35
Not enough data
7.9
30
Not enough data
8.7
34
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
Analysis
8.4
32
Not enough data
7.8
32
Not enough data
8.0
27
Not enough data
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
7.0
5
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AutoCAD and CMS IntelliCAD are categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
AutoCAD is categorized as GIS, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
CMS IntelliCAD has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AutoCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
CMS IntelliCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Architecture & Planning
22.7%
Civil Engineering
10.6%
Construction
9.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.6%
Design
8.4%
Other
40.5%
Architecture & Planning
22.5%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
19.1%
Civil Engineering
16.9%
Construction
6.7%
Computer Software
6.7%
Other
28.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
AutoCAD
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Margarita V.
Verified User in Education Management
I have been using AutoCAD for more than 15 years and find it an excellent tool for creating construction documentation that could be used by all disciplines in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry. The program is very versatile and...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Ryan S.
Verified User in Machinery
If you're looking for a just a standard CAD drafting package, Mechanical will probably be an overshot. I often find myself just gravitating back towards AutoCAD vanilla when needing 2D work done. It's much simpler and straight-forward. If you're wanting a...
CMS IntelliCAD
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Corey M.
Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
It have a very simple UI and very easy to learn all options in software. I was able to learn everything in it immediately.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Higher Education
Customer service won't let me activate the software on a new machine. When I emailed them, they claimed that I was told ahead of time to deactivate the previous installs in an email that I never recieved. Luckily I had one of the old machines around still,...
Margarita V.
Verified User in Education Management
I have been using AutoCAD for more than 15 years and find it an excellent tool for creating construction documentation that could be used by all disciplines in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry. The program is very versatile and...
Corey M.
Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
It have a very simple UI and very easy to learn all options in software. I was able to learn everything in it immediately.
Ryan S.
Verified User in Machinery
If you're looking for a just a standard CAD drafting package, Mechanical will probably be an overshot. I often find myself just gravitating back towards AutoCAD vanilla when needing 2D work done. It's much simpler and straight-forward. If you're wanting a...
Verified User in Higher Education
Customer service won't let me activate the software on a new machine. When I emailed them, they claimed that I was told ahead of time to deactivate the previous installs in an email that I never recieved. Luckily I had one of the old machines around still,...
Discussions
Can we add simulation?
4 comments
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Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?
3 comments
ZM
Photorealistic rendering techniques in AutoCAD are a way to create realistic images of 3D models. These techniques use lighting, material, and rendering...Read more
What is new with the subscription release of AutoCAD® 2019?
2 comments
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How can you import a BIM Revit file and filter categories?
1 comment
VN
CMS IntelliCAD Premium Edition Plus supports BIM allows you to importing a BIM file (.ifc, .rvt or .rfa) as underlay.
Run CMS IntelliCAD and open a new...Read more
Is there a Japanese version of the software?
1 comment
VN
Yes, it does. Set the language to Japanese.Read more
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