DraftSight vs. Onshape

DraftSight is a professional 2D and 3D CAD solution for creating, editing, and sharing DWG, DXF, and DGN files. Built for engineers, architects, and designers who need fast, reliable drafting tools without unnecessary complexity, DraftSight offers flexible licensing options and a familiar interface that makes switching from other CAD programs simple. From drafting detailed 2D schematics to building complex 3D models, DraftSight gives teams the tools to design, document, and collaborate efficiently — all without being locked into a single workflow or file format.

Onshape by PTC is the leading cloud-native CAD & PDM platform that runs on any device, anywhere-requiring zero IT. Onshape is for product design companies who are fed up with the errors, time waste, and hidden costs of outdated file-based CAD & PDM. Only Onshape: - Eliminates CAD crashes and never loses data - Enables secure, real-time collaboration - Tracks all activity and provides infinite restore - Has built-in PDM with branching and merging