# Page 2 | progeCAD 2010 Professional Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - 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 # Page 2 - Reviews of progeCAD 2010 Professional ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 61 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use DA Daniel A. Owner Used the software for: ### "Rreasonable Alternative for Budget Minded Professionals" October 4, 2010 4.0 This is the software I would recommend to someone needing a full power drafting solution but not willing or able to meet the high cost of Autodesk products. Pros The low price combined with the full fetures: I have used AutoCAD for years but when I was laid off and went start my own business at the first of the year I didn't have $4000-$8000 to put down on software, this product does what I need with much lower initial cost. Cons A small learning curve: this product is not identical to AutoCAD and there are some commands and functions that are referenced differently, but that is to be expected. Review Source RS Richard S. Owner Used the software for: ### "AutoCad - ProgeCAD" October 4, 2010 5.0 I believe it is a good solid program. Most of my work is 2D so can't really give a good account of the 3D capabilities of the program. Pros I had used Acad from 1984 until the late 90's when I could no longer afford it and switched to ProgeCAD. For my purposes, ProgeCAD does everything I have asked of it. Any problems that I have had, have been taken care of by support personnel. I do not hesitate to recommend it to others. Cons There have been a few bumps in the road, mainly with printing and printers. These problems have been solved with the help of the support group. Review Source EB Eric B. Owner Used the software for: ### "Reviewer of Proge CAD" October 4, 2010 4.0 I would like to see more hatch patterns. (architectural standard patterns) the more the better. This could be a good selling point for Proge CAD. I would be happy to send you a PDF of some examples of my work. Pros The thing I like about Proge CAD is that I was able to learn it's operating functions right away. I also like that fact that I am able to creat PDF files of my work. The cost for Proge CAD was a big bonus for me in deciding to purchase it. I look forward to hearing about any new innovations that Proge CAD is doing. Cons I would like to see more creative hatch patterns. Review Source HW Helen W. Principal Used the software for: ### "Powerful program, pleasant price." October 5, 2010 5.0 This is great, why use anything else? Pros Works like AutoCAD, easy to import/export to other people's CAD systems, had one glitch but the software support was right there, and the price is right. Cons I have to keep explaining that my software can handle the documents people want me to work with even though they haven't heard of ProgeCAD. Review Source MG Matt G. Sales Engineer Used the software for: ### "Review of ProgeCad" October 4, 2010 2.0 This product is ideal if you only do a small amount of CAD drafting and don't want to spend a ton of money. If you are going to be drafting all day as your primary role, it may not be the program you want. Pros It is very affordable and serves for basic CAD needs. The support was very good and we were able to move the software from one computer to another when the original computer had a hard drive failure. Cons The software crashes frequently. Save OFTEN. There are not as many keyboard shortcuts as other CAD programs. Some operations take longer. Review Source RV Roberto V. mr Used the software for: ### "Proud to be among the oldest tester" October 5, 2010 4.0 An absolute must to try. The best testimonial is progecad by itself Pros Let me state that my reference point is Autocad. Then, progecad is every time closer to the target, satisfying almost all important requirement. Remember now that the support people are always (at least for me) available to answer the worst question a human being could think about. Every problem I faced, I never been alone. Cons If you are looking for autocad, you need autocad. Review Source JL Jim L. Principal Engineer Used the software for: ### "6 months and counting" October 4, 2010 4.0 I will continue to use Progecad even when my company budget allows more expensive software. I have been very impressed overall. Pros nearly seamless usage for those with Acad proficiency; great price; loads and runs more efficiently than Acad (great for mobile workstation use); lots of features, can even do some 3D layout work. Cons difficult to get answers sometimes; limited tech support; had to re-install to overcome one problem Review Source RM Ralph M. President/Owner Used the software for: ### "progeCAD does almost everything AutoCAD does, cheaper" October 4, 2010 5.0 Buy progeCAD, it is a good program and I wish the developers well. Pros Provides advanced CAD power at very reasonable price. Does not have 'big company' attitude. Allows 'little people' who cannot afford AutoCAD to still do advanced CAD. Cons I believe that AutoCAD now offers dynamic linking to Excel spreadsheets - a very useful feature. As far as I know, this requires an additional (purchased) program for progeCAD. Review Source GM Glen M. Principal Used the software for: ### "Archtect / end user" October 4, 2010 4.0 Given the price, the features, the ability to customize, and ease of use, I give ProgeCAD a five-star rating. I have been using IntelliCAD products for over 13 years. Pros Easy to customize. Recognizes .MNU, Lisp, and other common file formats in CAD software. Very competitive price given the features ProgCAD offers compared with other high-end CAD software products. Cons An occasional glitch in plotting, but nothing serious. Review Source VZ Volker Z. Principal Used the software for: ### "Couldn't be better! (or maybe but I don't know, yet)" October 5, 2010 5.0 See above, I can only say it again, very impressive with all needed help and support. Pros It is so refreshing to see an excellent competition to AutoCad at an effordable price, specially in our current economical situation. No problems encountered,it work flawlessly and that on a vertual computer (MacPro). I am very impressed and would recommend it to anybody. Volker Zinser Cons Don't know of any. Review Source GB George B. Mr Used the software for: ### "ProgeCAD Review" October 4, 2010 3.0 It is a very good AutoCAD look alike and considering the cost worth putting up with the bugs. Pros A nice match with AutoCAD Lt 2000 which I have been using for years. Cons The program has a lot of bugs compared to AutoCAD 2000. I am bumping into little things all the time. Some of them are time consuming to work around. The ProgeCAD US web site is the most obtuse site I have ever had to deal with. Review Source DS Dwayne S. Owner/Sole Proprietor Used the software for: ### "ProgeCAD is The Best Value for Small Business" October 4, 2010 5.0 This is awesome software, and is for the most part, the same as AutoCAD, but much cheaper. The few cons listed above, at least in 2009 version, would hold me back from recommending it on a large scale to a large enterprise with dozens or more CAD seats. Pros Great Price, very compatible with other leading .DWG software, very familiar user interface and commands. Cons Graphics display/driver issues, redraw issues, snapping issues Review Source DJ D.Gary J. VP Construction Operations & IT Used the software for: ### "DGJ Rating" October 4, 2010 5.0 Saving money and no learning curve should interest any company. Pros I switched from AutoCAD to ProgeCAD simply because of the price difference, however, much to my and the company's surprise, it works like an absolute charm. No learning curve required and very little difference to the AutoCAD version I/we had been using. Cons They are perhaps half a step behind AutoCAD. Review Source DD David D. Owner/ Sole member Used the software for: ### "Excellent value" October 4, 2010 4.0 If you need design software for residential and commercial design needs, buy this. Pros Autocad clone for 1/10th the cost of autocad!!!! Autodesk should be ashamed if that were only possible! All the features one needs to design projects and present solutions to clients. Cons Tutorials need to be more comprehensive for new users (those not familiar with autocad). Review Source TB Tony B. Owner Used the software for: ### "Proge Cadd Review" October 5, 2010 5.0 I would recommend progecad to anyone it is perfect fit for a very reasonable price. Why would you pay more. Pros Works with the guys that use autocadd There is no learning curve for autocadd users Most of the commands are the same as the other guys The cost is very reasonable for what you are able to do. Cons There are a few commands that I would like to see. Review Source TH Ted H. Design Engineer Used the software for: ### "Quality with Value ProgeCAD" October 5, 2010 3.0 For an old-timer like me ProgeCAD is an ideal tool to indulge my creativity. It's easy to learn especially if you have used AutoCAD before. Pros After a lifetime using AutoCAD found ProgeCAD easy and quick to pick up at a fraction of the price. Cons There are a number of 'quirks' which are frustrating but I've found a way round them and the finished result is good. Review Source CM Clarence M. big kahuna Used the software for: ### "bangs for the buck" October 4, 2010 5.0 very good product for the money. Pros It works just like AutoCAD but at a price that the small business man can afford. Allows me to take work back and forth from my other job as well. Cons Has a tendency to write over a dxf as adwg and then you have to alter the name to get it back to dxf but like I said it works like AutoCAD. Review Source JW James W. Mechanical Engineer Used the software for: ### "Works for me" October 4, 2010 4.0 I would recommend ProgeCad to others. It helps me get my projects finished on time...at a fraction of the cost! Pros Works for me. Cons Lisp use could be expanded. Alias designation would be great if I could edit a text file list instead of editing each single alias within the program. User configuration could be expanded. Review Source JS JIM S. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Used the software for: ### "autoCAD LT convert" October 4, 2010 4.0 So far, so good. The company is user friendly and has a sense of humor. Pros It essentially offers more features than ACAD LT at half the price. Cons None really, except a mild learning curve with some features due to prolonged ACAD usage. Once I get comfortable I think it will be 5 star across the board. Review Source SB Steven B. Owner/Drafter Used the software for: ### "ProgeCAD Review" October 4, 2010 5.0 Great application for cad. It works well for any type of 2D drawing I create. Pros Pros: The price is affordable. If you have been trianed to use AutoCad you will find familar features. Import - export capability is great. Cons Cons: Especially for the price, absolutely none. Review Source PR Patrick R. Independent Consultant Used the software for: ### "Progecad 2010 Review Submitted 10-04-2010" October 4, 2010 5.0 Very happy with performance and results for everyday use, especially at the price point it can be obtained. Pros Very compatible with Autocad 2007 commands & Icons Cons Currently cannot cut & paste a 3D model on to a different drawing in 2D space With UCS turned to View on both. Review Source MR Michael R. Managing Member Used the software for: ### "ProgeCAD 2009 Review" October 4, 2010 5.0 I have 6 or more CAD programs installed on my computer. This is the only one I recommend. Pros Excellent choice for anyone who needs a full function CAD program. With a very affordable price, there is no other product that compares. Cons None that I have found. Review Source RN Richard N. Applications Specialist Used the software for: ### "Ease of use" October 4, 2010 5.0 I give ProgeCAD 2010 a 9.5 out of 10. Pros Used AutoCAD for many years, switched to ProgeCAD in 2006 due to price and very close functionality of ProgeCAD. Very short learning curve. Cons Some problems with Canon printer drivers. Review Source CB Charlie B. Project engineer Used the software for: ### "Review" October 4, 2010 5.0 I use only a small subset of the many features; they all work very well. Pros Less expensive than AutoCAD, no re-training required. I like the PDF-to-DXF functionality. Cons One in a while it locks up, I restart the app, it's ok. Review Source MH Mathias H. Electronics engineer Used the software for: ### "Get what you need for a deal" October 4, 2010 4.0 Just what you need if you want to do your 3D mechanical construction without spending k$s! 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