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What is GstarCAD?

GstarCAD is a professional DWG-native CAD platform designed for businesses that require reliable, high-performance CAD software without the high licensing costs associated with traditional CAD solutions. Recognized as one of the leading alternatives to AutoCAD®, GstarCAD helps organizations maintain complete DWG compatibility while reducing total cost of ownership and improving engineering productivity. Built for architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, MEP designers, manufacturers, construction companies, infrastructure consultants, surveyors and industrial organizations, GstarCAD enables seamless collaboration by supporting native DWG and DXF files without conversion. Existing drawings, templates, standards and workflows remain fully compatible, allowing teams to transition quickly with minimal disruption. The software provides a familiar AutoCAD-like user interface, commands, aliases and keyboard shortcuts, enabling users to become productive almost immediately. Organizations migrating from AutoCAD®, DraftSight®, BricsCAD®, ZWCAD®, IntelliCAD® or nanoCAD® can significantly reduce software expenses while maintaining professional functionality and user experience. GstarCAD includes comprehensive tools for professional 2D drafting, 3D modeling, technical documentation, detailing and drawing management. Key capabilities include Dynamic Blocks, Sheet Set Manager, Express Tools, PDF import and export, Xrefs, advanced layer management, parametric constraints, Design Center, drawing comparison, batch plotting, data extraction, customizable workspaces and GPU-accelerated performance for handling large engineering projects efficiently. For enterprises and software developers, GstarCAD offers extensive customization through LISP, VBA, .NET, GRX API and COM automation, making it possible to migrate existing CAD applications and automate engineering workflows with minimal redevelopment. This protects previous software investments while supporting future

What is GeoHECHMS?

GeoHECHMS serves as a data interface for the widely recognized HEC-HMS software used by the US Army Corps of Engineers, enhancing the efficiency of stormwater model creation, analysis, and evaluation. This software seamlessly integrates with AutoCAD's graphical user interface, providing various features such as: • Streamlined HEC-HMS Processes • Integration with AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS • Automated Delineation of Watersheds • Design Capabilities for Detention Ponds • Specialized Stormwater Design Tools • Automatic Time of Concentration and Lag Time Calculations • Automated Curve Number Computation • Detailed Report Generation With GeoHECHMS, users can swiftly assess and contrast various scenarios, which includes evaluations of both pre-development and post-development designs, allowing for quick design, analysis, and comparison of retention and detention ponds, thereby facilitating more informed decision-making in stormwater management. The software ultimately empowers engineers to efficiently tackle complex stormwater challenges.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

ArcGIS
AutoCAD
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Google Maps

Integrations Supported

ArcGIS
AutoCAD
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Google Maps

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$399.00/one-time
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

GstarCAD UK

Date Founded

2010

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

www.gstarcad.uk

Company Facts

Organization Name

CivilGEO, Inc.

Date Founded

2010

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.civilgeo.com

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Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
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