DraftSight vs SoftPlan
DraftSight
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| Figure | DraftSight | SoftPlan |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $24.92/mo | $79/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 6 | 2 |
| Spec score · Architectural CAD Software | 8.0 (#11) | 7.3 (#17) |
| Integrations | DraftSight describes integrations with SOLIDWORKS Visualize, SOLIDWORKS Simulation, and 3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace Make. | SoftPlan can import and export AutoCAD DWG/DXF files, export models to SketchUp, and export its model to MiTek SAPHIRE. |
| Intended users | DraftSight describes its audience as professionals and teams in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and design. | SoftPlan describes itself as targeted at professional users and says it supports highly detailed working drawings, 3D renderings, and material takeoffs. |
| Product | DraftSight is a desktop 2D CAD application for creating, editing, viewing, and sharing DWG drawings, with 3D design capabilities in some versions. | SoftPlan is home design software for residential and light commercial design work. |
| 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. | SoftPlan lists email and telephone technical support from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern and directs subscribers to an in-app support ticket system. |
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
SoftPlan
- SoftPlan+ subscription$79 a month
- SoftPlan new product subscription$169 a month
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.