DraftSight 2D CAD

£249.00£499.00

From the makers of SOLIDWORKS, DraftSight is a professional-grade 2D CAD software solution that addresses your fundamental 2D design and drafting needs.

Now you can create, edit, view, and markup any kind of 2D drawing or DWG file with industry-leading editing, design and automation features in a seamless and efficient workflow.

Ideal for: Architects, engineers, designers, hobbyists, and other CAD professionals.

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Why choose DraftSight?

DraftSight boasts an intuitive interface that is both familiar to users of other systems and is easily accessible for users of all levels of expertise.

DraftSight offers a comprehensive suite of productivity tools and an API, helping you to create, modify, view, and collaborate on both 2D and 3D DWG files.

Put simply, DraftSight offers all the functionality (and more!) of the likes of AutoCAD at a fraction of the cost.

Why choose DraftSight Professional?

DraftSight Professional boasts a familiar user interface and commands, simplifying the creation, viewing, editing, and conversion of DWG, DXF, and DGN files. Quick access to commands, automated dimensioning of drawings, and support for LISP codes enhance your productivity. Moreover, DraftSight seamlessly integrates with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software, streamlining your design process.

Cost-wise, DraftSight Professional offers an affordable standalone license suitable for individuals, students, and small to medium-sized businesses.

Still not sure? Why not ask us for a free 30-day trial of DraftSight Premium, so you can see for yourself.

Why choose DraftSight Premium?

DraftSight Premium offers comprehensive tools for drafting, modeling, prototyping, manufacturing, laser cutting, and 3D printing. Manage DWG, DXF, and DGN files effortlessly, import PDFs, and switch seamlessly between 2D drafting and 3D modeling.

Switching to DraftSight Premium is a breeze with a familiar UI and common commands, ensuring uninterrupted productivity. Transfer your shortcuts, customisations, LISP routines, Dynamic Blocks, and Script files seamlessly. Integration with SOLIDWORKS further enhances the design process.

With an affordable annual cost for a standalone license, DraftSight Premium caters to architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, interior/landscape design, and more.

Experience its capabilities with a 30-day free trial, no obligations attached.

How about DraftSight Enterprise?

If you need a 2D CAD solution for a large organisation, potentially on multiple sites, DraftSight Enterprise is for you, just like it is for Young Industries.

They produce bespoke equipment for handling dry bulk materials within the chemical, petrochemical, ceramics, and coatings sectors, specialising in manufacturing top-of-the-line conveying systems and associated components.

Having relied on SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for the past two decades, Young Industries made a strategic decision to adopt DraftSight Enterprise. This was driven by its user-friendly interface, ease of maintenance, and comprehensive support, all of which come at a more competitive price compared to other alternatives. Furthermore, DraftSight Enterprise seamlessly integrates with the company’s SOLIDWORKS design environment, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.

All tech support should be like this!

“I recently had the pleasure of dealing with Tom and Graeme at Visiativ. Top drawer on both counts. This was related to a DraftSight migration as our business is moving to new architecture. Speaking with people who clearly know what they are doing and aren’t following a script or hiding behind a convoluted telephone system makes a refreshing change. Thanks again for the help”.

Michael Stewart, AKV Cladding Products Ltd.

DraftSight product comparison

Product Feature Professional Premium Enterprise
+ Draw Tools
  • Line, Polyline, Arc, Circle, Ellipse, Table, Hatch, Cloud, Block
+ Modify tools
  • Move, Copy, Rotate, Array, Scale, Trim, Chamfer, Split
Layer, Block, Group, Print
Drawing Standards and Templates
Polyline Editing
+ Hatch Layer
  • Send a set of drawings and sheets to printers in a batch job
Discarding Duplicate Entities
SVG scalable icons for HD displays
Hairline option for printout
Layer Preview
Block – Redefine Base Point
+ Mechanical Toolbox
  • BOM, Revision Table, Hardware, Holes, Welding/ Surface/Finish Symbols
Design Resources Library
Batch Printing
Drawing Compare
Automatic Dimensioning
Automatic Dimensioning Arrangement
Automatic Trim Dimension Extension Lines
Thumbwheel on the Dimension Palette
Right Click to Select Arrow Heads
Split Dimension
Mass Properties Calculations
Auto-Completion Commands
Quick Input Methods
Pack and Go
Publish to DWF
Dark Mode
Spline Enhancements
Associative Patterns
PDF Import
3D Tools
2D Constraints
Dynamic Blocks Viewing
Dynamic Blocks Editing
Create & Edit Custom Blocks
LISP Automation (AutoLISP, Visual LISP support)
3DEXPERIENCE Integration
3DExperience Marketplace Integration
HomeByMe Integration
3D Content Central Integration
SOLIDWORKS PDM, Electrical Connectors
Sheet Set Manager
Network license option
Technical support
Community Forum Support

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