--- description: Learn more about AutoCAD. We provide Australian business users the most detailed information on pricing, benefits, and disadvantages of software that will make your choice easier. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: AutoCAD Reviews, Cost & Features | GetApp Australia 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Engineering CAD Software](/directory/1207/engineering-cad/software) > [AutoCAD](/software/112399/autocad) # AutoCAD Canonical: https://www.getapp.com.au/software/112399/autocad Page: 1 / 130\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/112399/autocad?page=2) > AutoCAD is a design and drafting platform which supports automated design tasks and offers features such as 2D drafting, drawing and annotation, 3D modeling and visualization, and more. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 3207 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of AutoCAD Native mobile apps for iOS and Android give users the flexibility to view, create, edit and share drawings on the go, via any smartphone or tablet. Offline access serves to enhance user productivity by allowing users to work offline, then syncing any changes once internet connection is restored. Solid, surface and mesh modeling technology helps users create realistic 3D models of their designs. 3D navigation tools allow users to orbit, swivel, walk and fly around their 3D model. AutoCAD supports connected collaboration through PDF and DGN file import, DWG and image references, sheet set manager, and geographic location information and online maps. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 3207 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Autodesk - **Location**: San Rafael, US - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: USD 250.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - 2D/3D Designing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Modeling - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Animation - Annotations - Bills of Material - CAD Tools - Change Management - Civil - Collaboration Tools - Commercial - Compliance Management - Component Library - Configurable Workflow - Content Library - Customizable Fields - Data Import/Export ## Integrations (3 total) - Microsoft Excel - Revit - SketchUp ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1207/engineering-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1207/engineering-cad/software) - [Animation Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/3780/animation/software) - [3D Architecture Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1483/3d-architecture/software) - [3D CAD Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1433/3d-cad/software) - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1431/architectural-cad/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[Inventor](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2053952/inventor) — 4.5/5 (277 reviews) ## Reviews ### "autocad review" — 5.0/5 > **mohammed elamine** | *9 December 2025* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: With its simplified interface, anyone can create any drawing they want, even if they have never used the program before. > > **Cons**: Since my computer isn’t very powerful, my files occasionally suffer from bugs, particularly when working with large projects. > > As an architect, AutoCAD is an essential tool for creating all types of drawings (floor plans, elevations, electrical layouts, ceiling plans, etc.). It is extremely useful, and I learned how to use it easily. ----- ### "Essential for Electrical Engineering students, but still suffers from random crashes." — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *30 December 2025* | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: The access to the Student License with my institutional email is a lifesaver. For my electrical engineering projects, the layer management is perfect for separating lighting circuits from the architectural floor plan. It is the absolute standard in Panama, so mastering it is necessary for my career. > > **Cons**: It has frustrating stability issues. Sometimes, even in simple files (like a small house plan), placing a single object/block causes the software to freeze indefinitely, forcing me to restart my entire PC. I also encounter a bug where I create a new object, but it simply doesn't appear on the screen, requiring me to do weird workarounds to make it usable. > > I use the Student Version for designing electrical systems and lighting layouts. While it is a powerful tool for precision drafting, the random freezes when inserting blocks can be very stressful when deadlines are close. However, being able to submit compatible .dwg files is essential for my university courses. ----- ### "Autocad review" — 3.0/5 > **Kev** | *21 November 2024* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like most of the features and drafting > > **Cons**: This product is difficult to learn and takes a lot to learn ----- ### "Great, industry standard with a wide range of Applications" — 5.0/5 > **Neal** | *26 January 2026* | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It can be quite expensive but it's the industry standard for design. Weather its civil, electrical, mechanical or something else it is easy to use and offers lots of customization. > > **Cons**: It can be pricey and if you are having a specific issue customer support might not be able to help you quickly without escalation first. ----- ### "AutoCAD in the Right Hands of CADE" — 4.0/5 > **Stephen** | *17 September 2025* | Printing | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: In my current printing industry, AutoCAD has been an exceptional tool that help create and design 2D and 3D designs in various dimensions. > > **Cons**: AutoCAD offers 256 varied colors for creating models - even though there are other alternatives with more complex colors, AutoCAD suits my creative design projects. > > AutoCAD has improved collaboration by allowing teams in my organization to create and share 2D and 3D models in one place. ----- Page: 1 / 130\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/112399/autocad?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/112399/autocad) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data