G2 Vendor Directory

CMS IntelliCAD vs. QCAD

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

MetricCMS IntelliCAD

by CMS

QCAD

by QCAD.org

Overall rating4.74.4
Review count9713
Ease of use9.68.7
Ease of setup9.38.6
Quality of support9.48.0
Meets requirements9.48.8
NPS84.78260953.846154
Small Business86.6%38.5%
Mid-Market10.3%46.2%
Enterprise3.1%15.4%
Total page views341217
Total LLM citations1,1353,028

CMS IntelliCAD

CMS IntelliCAD is the ultimate high-performance, cost-effective alternative for architects, engineers, and drafters who demand native DWG compatibility without the premium price tag. Built on the advanced IntelliCAD 15.0 engine, this landmark release delivers a familiar, intuitive interface that eliminates the steep learning curve typically associated with adopting new CAD software.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Drawing Tools
  • Interface Customization
  • CAD Compatibility
  • Tool Efficiency
  • Customer Support

QCAD

QCAD is an open-source 2D computer-aided design (CAD) application developed by RibbonSoft, designed for creating technical drawings such as architectural plans, mechanical parts, and schematics. It operates on Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms, offering a user-friendly interface that caters to both beginners and experienced professionals. QCAD utilizes the DXF file format natively and provides support for DWG files through a commercial plugin, ensuring compatibility with other CAD systems.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Software Power
  • Powerful Performance
  • Customer Support
  • Features Functionality
  • 3D Modeling