G2 Vendor Directory

Draft it Free vs. SOLIDWORKS

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

MetricDraft it Free

by Cadlogic Limited

SOLIDWORKS

by Dassault Systèmes

Overall rating4.04.5
Review count12707
Ease of use9.08.9
Ease of setup8.68.7
Quality of support7.38.5
Meets requirements8.19.0
NPS33.33333369.230769
Small Business66.7%47.1%
Mid-Market25.0%32.2%
Enterprise8.3%20.7%
Total page views493,244
Total LLM citations4112,306

Draft it Free

Draft it Free is the best free CAD Software in the industry, it's faster and more powerful than previous versions whilst retaining its acclaimed ease of use. It is a 2D CAD software suitable for all users, in the office or at home. You can create, print and save your own drawings and designs.

Pros

    SOLIDWORKS

    SOLIDWORKS is the industry-standard 3D CAD solution trusted by more than 8 million engineers and designers worldwide. For over 30 years, it has helped mechanical engineers, product designers and manufacturing firms compress design cycles, control costs and deliver higher-quality products faster. SOLIDWORKS combines parametric 3D modeling, integrated simulation, product data management and direct manufacturing workflows in a single, connected environment—eliminating the need for disconnected point tools.

    Pros

    • Ease of Use
    • Features
    • 3D Modeling
    • User Interface
    • Simulation Tools
    • CAD Integration