# Page 2 | Vectorworks Architect Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - Is Vectorworks Architect the right Architecture solution for you? Explore 53 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/29995/Vectorworks-Architect/reviews --- Vectorworks Architect 4.3 (53) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/29995/Vectorworks-Architect/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 December 29th, 2025 # Page 2 - Reviews of Vectorworks Architect ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 53 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use NT Nicole T. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Vectorworks User Review" February 16, 2020 5.0 After a couple years of transitioning into this software, our team now has templates, object libraries, and graphic standards which can be easily implemented to all projects. The Vectorworks support team has been really helpful along the way with answering our questions and providing training on specific topics when needed. I would recommend this software to other architecture and interior design firms. Pros Vectorworks gives our studio the ability to combine design drawings, construction documents, and renderings into one file. We take advantage of the software’s BIM capabilities to generate elevations, schedules, and smart tags. This program is visually appealing and easy to navigate. It is a good choice for a mac-based office. Cons Our team has experienced a bit of a learning curve when it comes to modeling curvy objects. Vectorworks has subdivision and parametric modeling capabilities, but these do require some training. While you can import 3D files for items such as furniture from Sketchup or Revit, this can slow down the model. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer National Account Manager Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "One of the best additions to our workflow because it has increased our efficiency dramatically." June 5, 2018 5.0 Pros Building high quality visual models across different platforms always meant having to sacrifice somewhere along the design process. But with Vectorworks Architect, we didn't have to sacrifice anything. We're able to create data-rich designs anywhere, using multiple different operating systems with ease. Cons At times, syncing between the two main operating systems used in our office seemed slow. Thankfully, the helpful support helped us come to the conclusion that the delays in data transfer were because of our network connection, and not the application itself. Vectorworks Architect itself never seemed to fail us. Review Source RG Rob G. Principal Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Outstanding Software" February 11, 2020 5.0 We have been using the software over 20 years without hardly any issues! We can still open files from 1994!!!!!! We look at other softwares to make sure we are keeping up. When we factor in money, easy answer.....VectorWorks! We are a full BIM FIRM and VECTORWORKS does everything we need. Pros BIM capabilities, ease of learning, ease of use, ease of rendering, Smart tools, exceptional customer service, stability and speed of work. Cons Really ...... nothing. If the software doesn’t have something someone else has, they are probably developing it for the next version. Alternatives considered [ARCHICAD](https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/) Reason for choosing Vectorworks Architect Way back in 1994, it was one of the only Mac platforms. We were just lucky they kept growing and improving! Review Source Tyler S. Project manager Events Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Vectorworks to the rescue " January 12, 2019 5.0 Pros The amount of detail this software has is game changing. to be able to truly go into 3d and view true dimensions is so great Cons The price is steep but it’s one of the best apps you can use. Can be hard to use but with a little training it’s easy to use Review Source Sarah G. Director, Design & Development Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Vectorworks review" February 11, 2020 4.0 Pros Wide breadth of features and functionality Cons Glitchy quirks that randomly show up and little support from VWX techs. Alternatives considered [Chief Architect](https://www.capterra.com/p/80035/Chief-Architect/) Reason for choosing Vectorworks Architect More similarity to AutoCAD, easier for staff to learn. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Drawings that will impress your colleagues." December 29, 2018 5.0 Pros Vectorworks is great for sticklers and perfectionists. You have a great degree of control. The preview of the drawing you are working on in the program is exactly what gets printed so you can fine tune without exporting to PDF multiple times. Cons Because of the limited use of this program in some markets, collaborating with others can be difficult. Review Source LR LarissA R. Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "It does absolutely everything" February 12, 2020 3.0 I do not like it.. I find it a waste of time Pros If you want to do something there are probably at least 3 ways to do it in this software. Cons There are too many ways to customize and do things.. this makes everyday simple tasks very time consuming. It has too many glitches with Mac OS.. We havent been able to use the file sharing option without wasting hours and hours on redoing work due to crashing or random glitches that wont allow the files to save and sync. Switched from [Revit](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/) New job uses only vectorworks Review Source SM Sam M. Architect Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "One of the good BIM software for achitect" July 18, 2020 4.0 Once you get used to how to setup design layers and sort the classes, this software is a very smooth and competitive BIM software for architects. Pros This software is easy to use with different setup design layers, easy to setup the sheet, just simply import the design layers as viewport, easy to setup the drawing scale, and compatible with other software like auto CAD, auto Revit etc. Also easy to setup 3D model use design layers, and easy to do the rendering. the elevations and sections can be directly export from the 3D model, very easy to setup. Cons It is a bit complex to setup design layers, and also troublesome to sort the classes. Review Source ED Erick D. Lead Estimator Civil Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "VectorWorks Software " February 17, 2022 5.0 Very happy with the software, it is my preferred design tool. Pros Easy to use, short cut buttons makes sense. I've worked with both AutoCad & VerctorWorks and prefer the later as it seems to be a more user friendly type of software. Cons In the African market less designers use the software compared to Europe. Collaborating during the design of a project is sometimes tricky as when files from other design software is imported into VectorWorks one need to spend a bit of time editing and re-allocation layers as it's not always a perfect import transition. Review Source BG Bill G. Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "VECTORWORKS REVIEW" February 11, 2020 5.0 The transition has been a smooth and good experience so far. Pros The ease of use, the customer support from the software company, and the ease of training Cons The process of creating drawing sets and create all the viewports can be tedious. Alternatives considered [ARCHICAD](https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/) Reason for choosing Vectorworks Architect The price point and the ease of making the switch over Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Chief Operating Officer Food & Beverages Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Software for Mac book version..!" April 5, 2018 5.0 Nice to see this kind of software..! Pros Its such an easy to customise our work and very much user friendly software. A Completed package of design work I can say about this software. Cons A very good software but not enough users and need to work on cost & delivery of the product to attract more users. Review Source VO Vincent O. Owner/Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "14 years using Vectorworks. Never used a CAD/Bim system before this." September 22, 2017 5.0 Can do it all for small to medium sized studios....really a delightful program to use! Pros This does everything....2-d drawings and 3-d modeling, landscape, lighting and site design, interiors, great renderings plus all of my office graphics. The graphic capabilities are awesome from sketch to OpenGL, hidden line and fully rendered Cons Not enough local users to share this program. This is a must have program for small to medium sized Mac-based firms...affordable and capable of handling just about anything you can throw at it! Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Docente Used the software for: 2+ years ### " It provides a solution that supports the creative process instead of replacing it, From 2D and 3D." May 26, 2018 5.0 It maximizes efficiency since Project Sharing allows architects, interior designers and others to unify their workflows by allowing the project team to work on the same Vectorworks file at the same time. Speed up your trip from the simple sketch to the final product. Pros Vectorworks Architect is the only industry modeling, design and documentation software created with BIM from the basics of the design process. Edit and analyze your model while simultaneously generating interactive schedules. Cons It is a software with a little high cost despite all the benefits offered by it, and the requirements in terms of storage and processing memory have a considerable demand. Review Source DLP David Laurence P. Founding Owner + Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Legacy User Loves Vectorworks 2020" February 11, 2020 5.0 As an Architect + Planner + Interior Architect & Designer... Having the ‘Verticle Market’ solutions available like Vectorworks ‘Architect’ & ‘Designer’ is so very valuable! Pros Features & Ease of Use + Price!!! And Vectorworks Customer Service & Community is Absolutely Amazing! Cons I wish that the initial price was lower :-) Alternatives considered [Revit](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/)[SketchUp](https://www.capterra.com/p/211798/SketchUp/)[AutoCAD Architecture](https://www.capterra.com/p/172801/AutoCAD-Architecture/)[ARCHICAD](https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/) Reason for choosing Vectorworks Architect • Best Features! • Best Customer Service! • VectCommunity! • Best Value! ...THANK YOU VECTORWORKS!!! Review Source goT garin osvaldo T. Especialista Civil Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Herramientas confiables en CAD 2D" November 17, 2022 4.0 Llevadera para el trabajo bajo presion. Pros Para la aplicacion 2D es muy amigable, dacilidad de uso. Cons El precio y la falta de interconeccion con otros programas. Review Source CD Christopher D. Principal Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "CAD program with enough depth of features for projects large and small" February 13, 2020 5.0 Pros Easy to setup and create drawings. The tools are intuitive. Cons Cost. Would like a low-cost version without 3D BIM for 2D drafting only. Review Source SG Steve G. Lead Account Manager Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Event Planning with Vectorworks" November 5, 2019 5.0 We use it rendering and designing spaces for events. It is a must for us and we would not be able to work with out it Pros I love the fact that you draw in a 2d plain and it makes the 3D for you for the most part. For event production and planning it has been a must for configuring the space from set pieces to lighting design. Cons The cost. It is a bit expensive but considering all that it does and the ease of use it is well worth the money it is just a bit of an investment. Review Source KF Khai F. Director Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Powerful CAD and 3D software for Mac" March 12, 2018 4.0 Pros A very comprehensive suite of CAD tools for designers and architects. Everything you need to conceptualize and create architectural designs right through to final approval drawings. Powerful 3D tools with decent rendering capabilities. Best CAD solution for Mac. Inexpensive. Cons Complicated and feature-rich, requires a level of training and skill to properly utilize it to its potential. Difficult transition from AutoCAD. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Co-Owner Animation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A good design program" January 11, 2019 4.0 Pros Vectorworks has some great features and works great as a technical drawing tool, it moved quite well into the world of BIM modelling in comparison to other drawing software. Cons In to complicated designs with a lot of curves, the software has its limitations. Review Source HM Harry M. Master Electrician Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Theatre Drafting" December 14, 2018 4.0 Pros Free for students and teachers. Very powerful and full of features. Cons Learning curve was tough for me. I took a class, but was given no written materials, so retention was impossible. And having to import from the libraries to the drawing is time consuming. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Technical Support Representative Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Architect Saver!" April 3, 2019 4.0 Pros The best thing to bear in mind is the price that it ships with is bare minimum to what we get from other mainstream enterprises. Its an excellent value for money overall. The interface is intuitive and not difficult to comprehend. And the best part is a cross platform compatibility. I use it on my PC and my Mac at work to get the most out of it. Cons its not safe to say that it does fall short in a circumstances, including failing to take advantage of my multi threaded cpu where other mainstram softwares are just gobbling up the extra processing power available thus making Vector works feel a little on the static side. Review Source RM Rebecca M. Lighting Designer Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Designer on VectorWorks" August 20, 2021 5.0 Pros Integration with other software is very easy Cons There is an update every year and with each update some tools change. More consistency would make work faster. Review Source bS blake S. Project Manager Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great BIM software and powerful program for any capable designer!" April 9, 2018 5.0 Pros I love that this program gives me the platform to create designs and communicate those designs to my team. It has great modeling software functions and seamlessly transitions into the everyday modeling of my business. Cons Not well known and there are not a lot of users for this program. Need to create a better platform for users to interact and share experiences for problems and issues. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Plan checker/Survey assistant Oil & Energy Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Good 3D rendering software for Mac" April 19, 2018 4.0 Pros Vectorworks was a good option for Mac users. Not everything is very realistic looking and intuitive, but I liked that the files can be shared with AutoCad users. It involves some learning to be able to use it at its full potential. Cons Nothing to complaint about it. I recommend to download the demo and take their free tutorials on the website to decide it this works for your company. Review Source CP Connor P. Owner Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Useful But Expensivei" October 24, 2021 4.0 VectorWorks architect is a productive and flexible application with a moderate learning curve that can be used throughout the entirety of a project from conceptualization to completion. Pros VectorWorks Architect is a powerful tool for 3D modeling as well as architectural design throughout the entirety of a project, from conception to model finalization and publication of construction documents. Cons It's quite expensive, and while it does offer a free trial, the price point for the fully featured version is costly. Review Source Similar Products Featured