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DraftSight
What it is
DraftSight is a desktop CAD application for creating, editing, viewing, and sharing DWG drawings, with 3D capabilities in some versions. It works natively with DWG and supports DWG, DXF, and DGN workflows. Drafting tools include layers, hatching, snapping, splines, dimensioning, batch printing, and sheet set management. APIs, LISP automation, DLLs, and custom scripts provide automation options. PDF Import converts PDF drawings into editable DWG files in Premium and Enterprise Plus. DraftSight describes integrations with SOLIDWORKS Visualize, SOLIDWORKS Simulation, and 3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace Make. Professional and Premium support 64-bit Windows 11 and macOS 14, 15, and 26, with 8 GB RAM and 5 GB disk space listed as minimums. Licenses may be named-user, network, or perpetual; perpetual licenses are available through resellers. Professional costs $299 a year, Premium $599 a year, and Network starts at $399 a year. A 30-day trial is listed.
For and against
For
- Native DWG, DXF, and DGN workflows
- Broad 2D drafting toolset
- APIs and LISP automation support
- Batch printing and sheet management
- 30-day free trial available
Against
- No free plan
- Professional costs $299 a year
- Some features require higher editions
- Perpetual licenses require resellers
The verdict
DraftSight provides DWG-centered drafting with automation, file conversion, and edition-specific 3D capabilities. Its paid licensing starts at $299 a year, with a 30-day trial and multiple license models.
Who it suits
It suits professionals and teams in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and design working with DWG-based drafting. Users needing 3D, PDF conversion, or network licensing should review the edition differences.
Plans and prices
Professional
Create, view, and edit DWG, DXF, and DGN files · 2D drafting tools · Editing, design, and automation tools · AutoLISP support
Read 20 Sep 2026 · draftsight.com
Premium
Advanced 2D CAD and 3D capabilities · Custom Blocks · STEP import · Sheet Set Manager
Read 20 Sep 2026 · draftsight.com
Network
Simultaneous organizational usage · Network licensing · Technical support through SOLIDWORKS partners · Network license deployment
Read 20 Sep 2026 · draftsight.com
DraftSight Professional
2D drafting tools
Read 29 Sep 2026 · draftsight.com
DraftSight Enterprise
Network-based organizational option
Read 29 Sep 2026 · draftsight.com
DraftSight Premium
Premium features; 30-day free trial
Read 29 Sep 2026 · draftsight.com
On the record
- Automation
- DraftSight provides APIs and supports LISP-based automations, DLLs, and custom scripts.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Cloud collaboration
- The 3DEXPERIENCE DraftSight datasheet says users can store design data in a centralized cloud location and manage permissions and revisions.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Drafting tools
- The product includes layers, hatching, snapping, splines, dimensioning, batch printing, and sheet set management.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- File formats
- DraftSight works natively with DWG files and supports DWG, DXF, and DGN workflows.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Integrations
- DraftSight describes integrations with SOLIDWORKS Visualize, SOLIDWORKS Simulation, and 3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace Make.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Intended users
- DraftSight describes its audience as professionals and teams in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and design.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- License choices
- DraftSight offers named-user, network, and perpetual license options, with perpetual licenses available only through resellers.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Mac requirement
- DraftSight 2026 lists 8 GB RAM and 5 GB of available disk space for installation on Mac.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- PDF import
- PDF Import converts PDF drawings into editable DWG files and is available in DraftSight Premium and Enterprise Plus.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Product
- DraftSight is a desktop 2D CAD application for creating, editing, viewing, and sharing DWG drawings, with 3D design capabilities in some versions.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Support
- The product site says all versions include documentation, user forums, and online help, while network and Premium tiers include direct help from SOLIDWORKS-certified support partners.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Supported desktop systems
- DraftSight 2026 Professional and Premium support 64-bit Windows 11 and macOS 14, 15, and 26.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Windows requirement
- DraftSight 2026 lists 8 GB RAM and 5 GB of free disk space as minimum Windows hardware requirements.draftsight.com · read 29 Sep 2026
