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Autodesk Viewer vs. Bentley View

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricAutodesk Viewer

by Autodesk

Bentley View

by Bentley Systems

Overall rating4.34.1
Review count6218
Ease of use9.18.5
Ease of setup9.49.3
Quality of support8.88.2
Meets requirements9.18.8
NPS54.09836135.294118
Small Business54.8%38.9%
Mid-Market32.3%44.4%
Enterprise12.9%16.7%
Total page views166192
Total LLM citations1,2112,086

Autodesk Viewer

Autodesk Viewer is a free, web-based application that enables users to view, measure, mark up, and share 2D and 3D design files directly from their browser, without the need for any software installation. Supporting over 80 file formats, including DWG, STEP, DWF, RVT, and Solidworks, it facilitates seamless collaboration among project stakeholders by providing easy access to design data from any device with an internet connection. Key Features and Functionality: - Multi-Format Support: Handles a wide range of file types, ensuring compatibility across various CAD environments.

Pros

  • Compatibility
  • Online Access
  • File Compatibility
  • Ease of Use

Bentley View

Bentley View is the industry’s most powerful free viewer. In addition to being the most popular AutoCAD reader, you can view over 50 file formats, including CAD and raster images as well as Bentley’s uniquely powerful iModels. Newly Added Format Support: SRealDWG 2018 Point-cloud streaming Bentley civil terrain models JT format Rhino V5 IFC viewer 3SM scalable meshes created with ContextCapture Advanced Viewing Features: Navigate drawings and models using a new streamlined CONNECT Edition user interface Dynamically explore models with Clip Volume to slice through models Leverage display

Pros