ActCAD Software

I use this software on a daily bases. I design new houses as well as remodels and additions.

• The software its self
• Multiple views
• No limit on model space area. Can layout lots of drawings.
• Importing pictures and pdf files

• This is a very powerful program for the money spent.
• We have used this program exclusively for several years now and have drawn 100's of homes.
• Can't tell any difference from AutoCAD which is the program I learned with.

AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT and GstarCAD

LibreOffice, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC

I use the software to keep a record of the projects we are involved in, such as layouts, schematics, technical drawings and whatever else the project requires.

• It's easy, straightforward, intuitive and the functionality, along with built-in features make it a pleasure to work with

• Its ease-of-use allows me more time to focus on project needs and completion

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

When I was trying to establish my practice, I needed CAD software that was affordable, capable, and not tied to a subscription. Having ActCAD gave me the ability to pursue my dream of practicing architecture, do my job, and survive "Life" during a time in history when society provides little to no support or even encouragement for sole practitioners. ActCAD has enabled me to efficiently produce very professional contract documents, details, and 3-D models. Just know that proprietary software will detect if (dgn, dwg, etc) drawings have been created or edited with ActCAD. I personally don't see this as a reason not to use ActCAD.

• Functionality
• Affordability
• Ease of use

• ActCAD reasonably does what proprietary software does.

AutoCAD and MicroStation

Apache OpenOffice, GIMP