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ArcSite vs DraftSight: Which is a better fit?

Updated on January 26th, 2025
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Summary
Features in Architectural CAD
39
Best performer
46
  • Access Controls/Permissions
  • Annotations
  • API
5
46
  • Comparison View
User satisfaction
4.7
User reviews159
Ease of use
4.6
Functionality
4.3
Value for money
4.3
Customer support
4.8
4.4
User reviews57
Ease of use
4.2
Functionality
4.1
Value for money
4.2
Customer support
3.4
Price starts from
/user
Monthly subscription
Free version
Free trial
Yearly subscription
Free version
Free trial
Best for

Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Construction, Telecommunication, Architectural, Fire Protection, Flooring, Security, Inspection, Pest Control, Waterproofing, Fencing, Decking

Architects, engineers and construction service providers, as well as professional CAD users, designers, educators and hobbyists.

User reviews
pros & cons
1 / 4
View Reviews
1 / 4
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Video reviews
No video reviews yet
No video reviews yet
User interface
No videos provided by vendor
No videos provided by vendor
156735
5 screenshots
172808
2 screenshots

ArcSite

Top Features
39/46
  • 3D Imaging
  • Comparison View
  • Data Visualization
  • Modeling & Simulation
  • Projections
  • Project Workflow
  • Subcontractor Management
  • 2D Drawing
  • Access Controls/Permissions
  • Annotations
  • API
  • Architectural Symbol Library
  • Automatic Formatting
  • Bills of Material
  • BIM Modeling
  • Collaboration Tools
  • Configurable Workflow
  • Content Library
  • Customizable Branding
  • Customizable Templates
  • Data Import/Export
  • Design Management
  • Design Templates
  • Document Management
  • Document Storage
  • Drafting
  • Drag & Drop
  • File Management
  • For Architects
  • Graphical Data Presentation
  • Historical Reporting
  • Image Editing
  • Labeling
  • Landscape Design
  • Mobile Access
  • Multiple Projects
  • Project Management
  • Proposal Generation
  • Rendering
  • Reporting/Analytics
  • Search/Filter
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • User Management
  • Version Control
  • Website Integration
  • Workflow Management
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DraftSight

5/46
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ArcSite

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DraftSight

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ArcSite
Deployment
  • Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based
  • Desktop - Mac
  • Desktop - Windows
  • Desktop - Linux
  • Desktop - Chromebook
  • On-Premise - Windows
  • On-Premise - Linux
  • Mobile - Android
  • Mobile - iPhone
  • Mobile - iPad
Support
  • Email/Help Desk
  • FAQs/Forum
  • Knowledge Base
  • Phone Support
  • 24/7 (Live rep)
  • Chat
Training
  • In Person
  • Live Online
  • Webinars
  • Documentation
  • Videos
DraftSight
Deployment
  • Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based
  • Desktop - Mac
  • Desktop - Windows
  • Desktop - Linux
  • Desktop - Chromebook
  • On-Premise - Windows
  • On-Premise - Linux
  • Mobile - Android
  • Mobile - iPhone
  • Mobile - iPad
Support
  • Email/Help Desk
  • FAQs/Forum
  • Knowledge Base
  • Phone Support
  • 24/7 (Live rep)
  • Chat
Training
  • In Person
  • Live Online
  • Webinars
  • Documentation
  • Videos
ArcSite
  • By Arctuition
  • Located in United States
  • Founded in 2014
DraftSight
  • By Dassault Systemes
  • Located in United States
  • Founded in 1989
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