What is Autodesk AutoCAD?
AutoCAD is a 3-dimensional computer-aided design software from Autodesk which is built and developed for product designing and manufacturing planning, building designing, civil infrastructure, and construction. It is a part of Autodesk’s collection of 3D CAD programs used by product development teams, manufacturing facilities, media and entertainment industries, engineers, architects; educators and students; entrepreneurs, non-profits, medical professionals, and including beginners.
Furthermore, AutoCAD is used for making 2D drawings, drafts, and documents, as well as, 3D models and visualizations. Its 2D drawing, drafting, and annotation features include the capability to control the appearance of texts, create dimension styles automatically, link and update data between Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and tables within drawings, and work with dynamic blocks.
Meanwhile, in terms of creating 3D models and visualizations, users will be able to add lighting and materials to their 3D models to achieve a realistic appearance and rendering. They can also control the edges, lightning, and shading in their models.
The software allows users to analyze the interior details of 3D objects. AutoCAD enables them to import data from PDF files so they can collaborate with their teammates as they review their models and drawings. Last but not the least, they can customize the user interface of the software to streamline their tasks and access its functionalities and features much easier.
Overview of Autodesk AutoCAD Features
- 3D Modeling and Visualization
- Solid, Surface, and Mesh Modeling
- Photorealistic Rendering
- Section Planes
- Visual Styles
- 3D Navigation
- 3D Scanning and Point Clouds
- Base, Projected, and Section Views
- Photo Studio
- 2D Drafting, Drawing, and Annotation
- Text Settings
- Smart Dimensioning
- Data Linking
- Data Extraction
- Leaders
- Tables
- Fields
- Express Tools
- Layouts
- Layout Viewports
- Revision Clouds
- Parametric Constraints
- Collaboration
- PDF and DGN Import/Export/Underlay
- Import 3D Models
- DWG and Image References
- Geographic Location and Online Maps
- Sheet Set Manager
- Reference Navisworks Models
- Installation and Customization
- User Interaction
- Ribbon Tabs and Panels
- Dynamic Blocks
- Command Line
- Tool Palettes
- Object Selection and Isolation
- Multifunctional Grips
- AutoCAD Mobile App
Technical details
Devices Supported
- Windows
- Android
- iPhone/iPad
- Mac
- Web-based
Deployment
- Cloud Hosted
- Open API
Language Support
- English
- Dutch
- Polish
Pricing Model
- Monthly payment
- Annual Subscription
Customer Types
- Small Business
- Large Enterprises
- Medium Business
- Freelancers
What is CMS IntelliCad?
IntelliCAD by CAD Manufacturing Solutions is an affordable, yet powerful AutoCAD replacement software that is designed to be fast, efficient and versatile. It combines the power and versatility users expect from a standard CAD program such as AutoCAD, and offer the package at an affordable price. It uses most of the same file formats, commands, text styles and more, resulting in great AutoCAD compatibility. It also allows using AutoCAD menu files, running AutoLISP programs and recompiling Custom ADS to link with its libraries.
Superior compatibility, seamless Windows integration and a host of other features make IntelliCAD a powerful program that allows designers, architects, and engineers to make the most out of their investment, using the standard features they are already familiar with. CMS IntelliCAD also has BIM support as underlays for IFC, RVT, and RFA files.
Overview of CMS IntelliCad Features
- Native .dwg and *.dgn support
- Solid ACIS 3d Solids import/export
- Command line support
- 3D surface commands
- 3D Solids modeling
- LISP support
- ADS support
- AutoCAD menu and script files
- TrueType font
- Raster image
- Multiple open drawings
- Ribbon interface
- VBA and .Net 4.5 API
- Script recorder
- Graphical block preview
- Photo-realistic 3D rendering
- BIM support (*.ifc, *.rvt/*.rfa files)
Technical details
Devices Supported
- Windows
- Web-based
Deployment
- Cloud Hosted
- On Premise
Language Support
- English
- Chinese
- German
- Spanish
- French
- Russian
- Italian
- Dutch
- Portugese
- Polish
Pricing Model
- One-time payment
- Annual Subscription
Customer Types
- Small Business
- Large Enterprises
- Medium Business
| AutoCAD | IntelliCAD | |
| Pricing | $185 | $250 |
| Language | 3 | Up to 10 |
| OS | Up to 5 OS including Windows, Mac, Android | Windows and Web Based |
| Industries | Up to 11 Industries including 3D Architecture 3D Modelling, Architectural CAD, Architecture, CAD ,Construction Design, Electrical Design, Floor Plan, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering and Product Design | up to 6 industries including 3D Modeling Architecture CAD Construction Design Manufacturing Mechanical Engineering |
| support | Email, Phone, Live, Tickets and training | Email, Phone, Live, Tickets |
| Score | 9.6 | 8.2 |
| Integration | More than 100 including 2020 Fusion Live, 2020 Insight, Autodesk Platform Services, BIMcollab Cloud, BeckerCAD, Carlson Takeoff, Formit, GuideSIGN, IDEA Architecture, ImageSite | – |
| 3D Modelling Features | 2D Drawing, Collaboration Tools, Component Library, For Architects, For Manufacturers | Data Import / Export, For 3D Printing, For Architects, For Manufacturers, Collaboration Tools, 2D Drawing, Animation |
| Architecture Features | Presentation Tools, Quote, Building Information Modelling, Bills of Material, Contact Management | 2D Drawing, 3D Modelling, Bills of material, BIM Modelling, Building Information Modelling, Client Management, Contact Management, Document Management, Drafting, Manufacturing Design Data, Presentation Tools, Proposal Management, Quotes/Proposals, Visualization / Presentation |
| CAD Features | 2D Drawing, 3D Modelling, Collaboration, Electrical | 2D Drawing, 3D Modelling, Collaboration, Mechanical |