DraftSight vs MacDraft Professional
DraftSight
draftsight.comMacDraft Professional
microspot.comSide by side
| Figure | DraftSight | MacDraft Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $24.92/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Spec score · 2D CAD Software | 8.2 (#8) | 7.3 (#32) |
| Intended users | DraftSight describes its audience as professionals and teams in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and design. | The maker describes it for architects, engineers, construction services, professional CAD users, designers, educators and hobbyists. |
| Product | DraftSight is a desktop 2D CAD application for creating, editing, viewing, and sharing DWG drawings, with 3D design capabilities in some versions. | MacDraft Pro is native 2D CAD drafting software for creating drawings on a Mac. |
| Support | The product site says all versions include documentation, user forums, and online help, while network and Premium tiers include direct help from SOLIDWORKS-certified support partners. | Microspot offers free product help and support and lists support by email at [email protected]. |
Plans
DraftSight
- Professional$299 a year
- Premium$599 a year
- Network$399 a year
- DraftSight Professional$299 a year
- DraftSight Enterprise$399 a year
- DraftSight Premium$599 a year
MacDraft Professional
- MacDraft Pro - App OnlyPrice not published
- MacDraft Pro - CompletePrice not published
- MacDraft Pro - Home & GardenPrice not published
- MacDraft Pro - StarterPrice not published
In their own words
DraftSight
DraftSight is a desktop 2D CAD application for creating, editing, viewing, and sharing DWG drawings; some versions add 3D design. It works natively with DWG and supports DWG, DXF, and DGN workflows. Drafting tools include layers, hatching, snapping, splines, dimensioning, batch printing, and sheet-set management. APIs, LISP automation, DLLs, and custom scripts support automation. PDF Import converts PDF drawings into editable DWG files in Premium and Enterprise Plus. DraftSight describes integrations with SOLIDWORKS Visualize, SOLIDWORKS Simulation, and 3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace Make. Professional and Premium support 64-bit Windows 11 and macOS 14, 15, and 26; listed minimums are 8 GB RAM and 5 GB disk space. Named-user, network, and perpetual licenses are available, with perpetual licenses sold through resellers. Professional costs $299 a year, Premium $599 a year, and Network starts at $399 a year. A 30-day trial is listed.
MacDraft Professional
MacDraft Professional has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.