progeCAD Reviews & Ratings

progeCAD

5.0 out of 5 stars
GstarCAD Reviews & Ratings

GstarCAD

5.0 out of 5 stars

Ratings and Reviews 1 Rating

Total 5 out of 5 stars
ease 4 out of 5 stars
features 5 out of 5 stars
design 5 out of 5 stars
support 5 out of 5 stars

Ratings and Reviews 1 Rating

Total 5 out of 5 stars
ease 5 out of 5 stars
features 5 out of 5 stars
design 5 out of 5 stars
support 5 out of 5 stars

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What is progeCAD?

progeCAD is an adaptable CAD software that facilitates both 2D and 3D design, boasting full compatibility with AutoCAD® DWG files from version 2.5 to 2021, while also allowing for the importation of files from Autodesk Revit® and IFC formats. It emerges as a standout option for professionals in architecture, engineering, construction, and mechanical CAD, presenting an extensive range of features at a far more affordable price than AutoCAD®, ArchiCAD®, or Microstation®. With its perpetual licensing model, progeCAD offers more capabilities than AutoCAD® LT, making it an economically wise choice. The software utilizes a native DWG file format, ensuring smooth integration since it shares the same file format as AutoCAD®, thus avoiding any conversion needs and preventing data loss when accessing existing DWG files. Users gain the advantages of compatibility with AutoCAD® standards, allowing immediate productivity through familiar commands, fonts, blocks, hatches, and linetypes. Furthermore, progeCAD's capacity to import Autodesk Revit® and IFC BIM objects significantly boosts its functionality within contemporary design processes. This versatility not only makes progeCAD a robust tool for individual designers but also positions it as an ideal option for teamwork across various disciplines, enhancing collaborative efforts and project outcomes. By integrating numerous advanced features, progeCAD continues to redefine the standards of CAD software.

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

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

AutoCAD

Integrations Supported

CAD&BIM Free Viewer
PVGround

API Availability

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

£550 one-time
Perpetual licences: Standard £550, Professional £680, Premium £810 and Mechanical £1,280, excluding VAT. Annual and network licensing options are also available, together with a free 30-day trial.
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

Windows

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Online Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

progeSOFT

Date Founded

1999

Company Location

Switzerland

Company Website

www.progesoft.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

GstarCAD UK

Date Founded

2010

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

www.gstarcad.uk

Categories and Features

Architecture

3D Modeling
Bills of material
Building Information Modeling
Contact Management
Document Management
Manufacturing Design Data
Presentation Tools
Quotes/Proposals

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling
2D Drawing
3-Axis Milling
3D Modeling
4-Axis Milling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Spiral Output
Toolpath Simulation
User Defined Cycles

Categories and Features

CAD

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools

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