--- description: Discover the benefits and disadvantages of AutoCAD. Learn the software price, see the description, and read the most helpful reviews for UK business users. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: AutoCAD Pricing, Cost & Reviews - Capterra UK 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Engineering CAD Software](/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) > [AutoCAD](/software/174021/autocad) # AutoCAD Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/174021/autocad Page: 1 / 129\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/174021/autocad?page=2) > 2D and 3D CAD software that offers features such as designing and annotating geometry, layout publishing, automation, and more. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 3205 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses AutoCAD? Designed for architects, designers, engineers, project managers, real estate developers, students, construction professionals who want to create precise 2D and 3D drawings. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 3205 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Autodesk - **Location**: San Rafael, US - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$250.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Modeling - Animation - Annotations - CAD Tools - Change Management - Collaboration Tools - Compliance Management - Component Library - Content Library - Data Import/Export - Design Management - Design Templates - Document Generation - Document Management - Drafting - Drag & Drop - File Management - Manufacturing Design Data - Mobile Access - Parts Management - Project Management - Rendering - Reusable Designs - Scheduling - Sketching and Annotation Tools - Third-Party Integrations ## Integrations (3 total) - Microsoft Excel - Revit - SketchUp ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) - [Animation Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/32795/animation/software) - [3D CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/31236/3d-cad/software) - [3D Architecture Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/31276/3d-architecture/software) - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/31237/architectural-cad/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[MATLAB](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/125813/matlab) — 4.6/5 (2090 reviews) ## Reviews ### "AutoCAD in the Right Hands of CADE" — 4.0/5 > **Stephen** | *17 September 2025* | Printing | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: In my current printing industry, AutoCAD has been an exceptional tool that help create and design 2D and 3D designs in various dimensions. > > **Cons**: AutoCAD offers 256 varied colors for creating models - even though there are other alternatives with more complex colors, AutoCAD suits my creative design projects. > > AutoCAD has improved collaboration by allowing teams in my organization to create and share 2D and 3D models in one place. ----- ### "Autocad review" — 5.0/5 > **Anonymous User** | *20 November 2024* | Design | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's easy to use and allows easy manipulations on the design > > **Cons**: The fact that it's allowaEasy manipulations and saves files fast > > Autocad is the best like it's practical and easy to use.overall the experience wasExcellent ----- ### "AutoCAD review" — 5.0/5 > **Iain** | *26 September 2024* | Civil Engineering | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: AutoCAD allows me as an engineer to convey my designs via drawings quickly and efficiently > > **Cons**: There is sometimes need to undertake training to be able to make effect use of all the features in the programme. > > Positive - i have used this programme for over a decade and would be my go to drafting tool. ----- ### "Thank you AutoCAD" — 5.0/5 > **Usman** | *4 November 2024* | Higher Education | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: I have been using AutoCAD since 2006 back when I was in college, and I have become a big fan of both 2D drawings and 3D design modelling. Its been a fun journey using AutoCAD as a hobby and later in my engineering career. One of the things I love the most is how the main interface is kept simple yet powerful. It makes creating 2D drawings a breeze. > > **Cons**: 3D modelling within AutoCAD is slightly messy. I would prefer to Use Fusion 360 for this job. > > I would say Autodesk company has done a great job in equipping this software with simple but powerful tools. I would be greatly happy if AutoDesk can somehow integrate this platform with a collaborative platform like Fusion 360. ----- ### "Great integration" — 4.0/5 > **Jordan** | *18 November 2024* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: i like how much detail you can go into using the software and the integration between other Autodesk programs > > **Cons**: sometimes the software can crash and cause loss of work > > overall, it has been a very pleasant experience. ----- Page: 1 / 129\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/174021/autocad?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/174021/autocad) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data