# progeCAD 2010 Professional Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is progeCAD 2010 Professional the right 3D CAD solution for you? Explore 61 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/103010/progeCAD-2010-Professional/reviews --- progeCAD 2010 Professional 4.3 (61) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/103010/progeCAD-2010-Professional/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 24th, 2025 # Reviews of progeCAD 2010 Professional Ease of use 4.4 Customer Service 4.3 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Bandaru S StudentHigher Education, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “We can use this application for 2D drawing also for 3D.we can draft and make annotations using this.“ June 17, 2023 Bandaru S StudentHigher Education, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Some features in AutoCAD are not available in progeCAD.“ June 17, 2023 Ganisetti U StudentHigher Education, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “All the features in the progeCAD is well .“ June 3, 2023 GT George T Managing PartnerArchitecture & Planning, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The software runs smoothly and is stable.“ August 18, 2020 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 61 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Bandaru S. Student Higher Education Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Review for progeCAD" June 17, 2023 4.0 The overall experience with progeCAD is great. It having many features for creating your own projects. It is also low cost compared to AutoCAD. Pros ProgeCAD having many number of features like AutoCAD. It is cost effective and simple to understand. We can use this application for 2D drawing also for 3D.we can draft and make annotations using this. Cons Some features in AutoCAD are not available in progeCAD. It is Also some issues in 3D drawing. Remaining all good. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Senior Civil Engineer Civil Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### ""Extraordinary CAD programming for individuals on a financial plan."" October 28, 2018 4.0 I prescribe it in the event that you require a decent CAD programming and can't manage the cost of auto miscreant, I genuinely trust that it can take care of business, it has a few issues as generally programming. We utilized cad program while having issues with auto cad (generally because of expenses) and it worked ponders, it such a great amount of less expensive than it and it works extremely comparable. Pros As an auto cad visit client I can state that utilizing cad program is much the same as utilizing auto-cad, it is a great substitute at a moderate cost. It has extraordinary working highlights a decent interface that make working with it extremely comfortable. For somebody on the spending it is a stunning CAD choice. Cons It has some similarity issues; a portion of our customers who work with auto cad report that they nearly need to change over the attracting for them to utilize it. Likewise when working with medium to huge illustrations it can crash. It has indistinguishable issue from auto cad that it very well may overpower when learning it, there are such a large number of directions that accomplishing something as basic as a hover requires for 3 or 4 stages. We utilized cad program while having issues with auto cad (generally because of expenses) and it worked ponders, it such a great amount of less expensive than it and it works extremely comparable. Review Source GL Geoff L. Principal Engineer Used the software for: 2+ years ### "As a substitute for Autocad, the interface is virtually identical, but it is FULL of bugs" September 16, 2017 2.0 Pros similar to AutoCad so the transition is very easy so what else is there to like -I was looking for an AutoCad substitute. Cons With a modest size drawing, the program will often just freeze up, requiring use of the task manager to shutdown the app. I had scripts that ran fine in AutoCad but fall over with ProgeCad because of unsupported commands. Printing can be a pain. Review Source Ganisetti U. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Review for progeCAD" June 3, 2023 4.0 The overall experience is good. It is very easy to learn and simple to work on it. Pros All the features in the progeCAD is well . It is low cost compared to the AutoCAD. We can simply learn this software. Cons Some of the commands are not working in this. They are some issues compared to autoCAD sone features are not available in this. Review Source GT George T. Managing Partner Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "An excellent (and better) alternative to AutoCAD LT" August 18, 2020 5.0 Producing final construction drawings. Provides and excellent 2D drafting software to complement our 3D building modelling software from Chief Architect and Sketchup Pros The software is implemented in such a way that making the transition from AutoCAD to progeCAD was easy and painless . It is sold as a perpetual license (ie. not based on an annual subscription) which better suits my small architectural design practice. The software runs smoothly and is stable. It supports the latest versions of DWG format and import from and export to numerous other 2D and 3D formats. It comes with a large library of symbols and blocks. The cost of the software represents brilliant value for money. I have already recommended progeCAD to other business associates. I must congratulate you though on your excellent, highly responsive and customer-centric support service. Well done. Cons I would like to see a better and more efficient column text handling and general text editing. The stretch option does not work well if the selection window intersects lines which are deselected before stretching. I would be happy to demonstrate this to your staff. The Publishing feature is a bit quirky but it works. The user interface is a little dated and it could do with some polishing and updating. An active user forum would also be welcome. Review Source Kanav R. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A good software" September 17, 2018 4.0 Best software for fresh architects, no need to buy expensive software because it's a great alternative to the autoCAD and other expensive software Pros I think it is a good software, After using it over 2 years now i can say that it's a good software for fresh architects who cannot buy some expensive software. it is almost like autoCAD and it also support all DWG files. Cons Everything is good about this software except few things like it tends to freeze sometime other than that it's a good software Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Analista de Telecomunicaciones Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great Autocad Substitute" April 13, 2018 4.0 It is a great alternative to autocad, it looks and works almost the same way. It can be buggy but it's much cheaper than autocad, so for someone on a budget is a great option, Pros For someone looking for an alternative to autocad, progecad is a great option, since they work almost the same, so if you invested the time required to master autocad it shouldn't be an issue working with progecad, which overall is an excellent 2D and 3D drawing tool. Cons It can be really buggy, my computer tends to freeze a lot more than when working with autocad (which is a really power demanding software). It has the same issue as autocad, it can be overwhelming at first. Review Source LL Luis L. Ingeniero de servicio técnico Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best replacement for autocad I have found." June 27, 2018 5.0 I really love progecad, it's compatibility with autocad makes it an excellent replacement, since we haven't had any type of issues with the drawings we have generated with progecad when we submit them to our clients running autocad Pros Progecad is cheaper than most cad softwares and it is incredibly complete. It has amazing compatibility with DWG files, which make opening autocad projects on progecad (or visceversa) a really streamlined process. Cons I haven´t found any type of issues with this software, it works great as a replacement for autocad and it is way cheaper. Review Source WM Woody M. Designer Used the software for: ### "Best of CAD software" October 11, 2010 4.0 We highly recommend ProgeCAD for any architectural or design office and especially for smaller offices where low software overhead contributes to competitiveness and where ease of use and productivity become so personal to the users. Pros ProgeCAD (architectural) has the features, interface and document portability of similar CAD software yet the cost is much more affordable; especially for small entrepreneurs. We have used ProgeCAD for five years with clients who use AutoCAD and similar software and have experienced only minute compatibility issues. Our ability to keep our software current and to compete in the marketplace is enhanced by the attractive pricing of ProgeCAD. Support by the software developer, resellers and an enthusiastic user community is of very good quality and highly appreciated especially when one gets into customization. Cons ProgeCAD is less well-known (although that is changing) and is often unfairly disparaged by those who have invested in vastly more expensive CAD software. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Corporate Lead Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great AutoCAD Alternative" January 21, 2020 4.0 The trial was a great alternative on an older machine as the requirements were not as demanding as AutoCAD. Pros This software requires no learning curve or any additional payments when it comes to licensing that is perpetual. Cons The cost was a bit of a concern as they advertise it is 1/10 the price of Autocad but really it is 40% of the cost. Review Source Response from progeSOFT January 22, 2020 List price for AutoCAD 1 year subscription is 1,610 USD. Considering an average time of 3 years before update, progeCAD cost is very less than 40% of the AutoCAD cost Gioacchino T. Studente Universitario Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Una buona alternativa" August 2, 2023 3.0 Essendo studente di Ingegneria Informatica ed avendo seguito il corso di Disegno Industriale, il primo programma che scaricai fu proprio questo. Il primo approccio non è stato dei migliori in quanto abbastanza complicato come interfaccia. Alla fine fa il suo lavoro comunque. Consigliato con riserva. Pros Ci sono tutte le funzioni CAD essenziali disponibili ed è compatibili con i file AutoCAD. Cons Purtroppo l'interfaccia non è delle più intuitive e molte funzioni non sono disponibili rispetto ad altri competitor. Review Source CD Charles D. Director of Engineering Used the software for: ### "progeCAD fulfills my needs" October 4, 2010 4.0 I'd recommend progeCAD for users with everyday needs. Pros progeCAD fulfills my needs on an everyday basis at a VERY competitive price that AutoCAD cannot come close to matching. Cons The most recent revision of progeCAD (10.0.10.8) is unstable and I have had to revert back to the previous version (10.0.6.23). Review Source RW ROY W. PRESIDENT Used the software for: ### "SCUBADIVER" October 4, 2010 3.0 QUIT CHANGING THINGS OR CHARGING FOR AN UNGRADE WHEN THERE IS NO WORK COMING IN FRONT DOOR! AM RETIRED AND NEED TO USE THE OLD PROGRAM! Pros BETTER THAN DOING IT ON BOARD AND HAVING USE OF IT FOR INVENTION / DEVELOPMENT / DRAWINGS. Cons DO NOT NEED TO CHANGE SOMETHING THAT WORKS FOR THE OLDER PROGRAMS! Review Source EH Ed H. P.Eng. Used the software for: ### "HPE progeCAD review" October 5, 2010 5.0 Excellent affordable product with good support. Pros Excellent product, operates like "traditional" CAD, but with latest features. The trial version provide an excellent introduction. More stable than other Intellicad versions tested. Cons Can't think of any. Review Source PC Peter C. drafstman Used the software for: ### "It's a Good Program" October 4, 2010 5.0 It works for me!! Pros Good program for the price. Easy adjustment from auto cad to ProgeCAD Can open up drawings from other programs with out a lot of problems Cons Half to call for number when I purchase a new computer. Review Source MT Me T. Geologist Used the software for: ### "Exceptional value" October 4, 2010 3.0 Would highly recommend for most cad applications even against those with power to purchase Autocad. Pros Stable, feature rich competitor to Autocoad Cons Doesn't support GIS shape files and image calibration tools are weak. Review Source DR Daniel R. Sales Used the software for: ### "Great product!" October 4, 2010 5.0 I have recommended this product to others as an autocad replacement. Pros Affordable, easy to use and the "Help" is great. PDF conversion included in the program. Cons Print preview isn't quite like autocad. Review Source BH Bryce H. owner/user Used the software for: ### "test-one" November 5, 2010 5.0 If one does not have $4 or 5 grand to keep AutoCAD rich I suggest this instead. Pros affordable by most anyone Cons have not found any yet Review Source MM Manuel M. Principal Used the software for: ### "Principal" October 4, 2010 4.0 Excellent. Pros Really excellent program. Cons As time time I haven't found any negative related with ProgeCad Review Source PK Paul K. Owner Used the software for: ### "ProgeCad Pro 2010" October 5, 2010 5.0 ICADsales is very helpful when you need help. Pros Works great. Cons Haven't had any real problems yet. Review Source NS Nathan S. CEO Used the software for: ### "title review" October 5, 2010 5.0 Its great Pros its great Cons i have none Review Source FT Francesco T. Docente e Architetto Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "progeCAD - Software con ottime qualità e prestazioni." February 13, 2023 5.0 Finora ho usato progeCAD all'università, presso alcuni studi di progettazione architettonica e presso l'attuale scuola dove lavoro come docente. Pros Il software si installa con molta rapidità e semplicità. Ottimo e facile da usare sia per professionisti (progettisti e docenti) sia per studenti. Cons Il software risulta molto semplice da usare, con ottimi risultati soprattutto per il disegno 2D. Buone anche le prestazioni per il 3D. Review Source JC Jacques C. senior eng. Used the software for: ### "Happy casual user" October 4, 2010 5.0 I'm just an electronician that needs to draw some mechanical parts, enclosures, front panels,..etc. I've tried the demos of about a dozen of similar softwares. This one offers the best results and performances for your bucks ! At less than the tenth of AutoCAD it delivers almost all its functions, and -at least for me- it covers 150% of my needs. On top of it, the pdf importer let me get accurate drawings out of the manufacturers' datasheets : I use this feature all the time. Last but not least : I was able to use say 85% of ProgeCAD features after a mere 5 hours of work. Pros Interface easy to use Interface very complete Steep learning curve Nice documentation Pretty fast, even with large drawings Usefull pdf import into dxf When it crashes (rarely) you loose nothing. All your work is recoverable. Cons Documentation, although very usefull, is outdated (version 9 only) Sometimes crashes to desktop (non repetable though), say once a week. BUT I'm not absolutely sure it's not Windoze's fault (I only have this with Vista, not with XP sp3) Review Source GB George B. President Used the software for: ### "G Bryan review of progeCAD 2010 Professional" October 4, 2010 4.0 The program has features I have not used. For the features I have used, I find the product usable and would recommend it to other users. Pros Anyone familiar with AutoCAD will be comfortable with the commands used in progeCAD. The files can be shared with AutoCAD by using the export command - something I learned by trial and error. It has a good price and an excellent feature/cost ratio. Customer service was very helpful when I first started using the program in the 30-day trial period and during the purchase and registration process. Cons ProgeCAD runs a slower with large files such as those containing images or contours. The issue is acknowledged in the user help files that suggests it helps to turn off the big layers. I find some differences in booting the program by double-clicking a dwg files, opening the program icon or clicking a shortcut icon. The program sometimes becomes non-responsive and requires a computer restart. Review Source MD Michael D. owner Used the software for: ### "progeCAD for shop drawings" October 6, 2010 4.0 I would recommend it to anyone looking for Autocad compatibility for a fraction of the cost. Pros The cost of progeCAD definitely beats out Autocad. Its features are comparable. And it writes DWG files, so drawings can be exchanged with Autocad users. I have been using another, cheaper cad program, DesignCad, which is great, but had its limitations. ProgeCAD is far more feature rich. It is also very easy to purchase online. And a single license allows you to install on a desktop and a laptop. Cons For me, there was a bit of a learning curve from the other program I had been using, but that is to be expected - it has more features. I would like to see parametric capabilities built into the program. Review Source Similar Products Featured