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Description
2D & 3-D CAD software for creating & editing technical drawings in DWG format. You can choose between Perpetual or Network licenses.
The ndeg1 alternative for AutoCAD offers agility. ARES Commander is cost-effective and offers a simple switch and a complete replacement at a fraction the cost of AutoCAD.
You can enjoy Graebert's ARES CAD software as a 3-in-1 license. This includes ARES Commander (for Windows and macOS) + ARES Kudo(Cloud) + Graebert Touch (iOS + android). These products can be used together to synchronize work across users and devices.
You can create and modify DWG drawings locally with files stored on your computer or in sync to Google Drive, Box OneDrive, Dropbox. You can also store files on a private Cloud server via WebDAV.
Our advanced CAD features include Dynamic blocks, PDF-to-DWG conversion, Drawing comparison and IFC & Revit import. 3D solid modeling, satellite imagery, street maps, and 3D solid modeling are just a few of the many options.
Description
SilicaCAD Professional is a versatile CAD software that operates in both 2D and 3D, allowing for DWG-native drafting suitable for a variety of applications. Drawing on over two decades of CAD expertise since its inception in 1999, SilicaCAD boasts remarkable compatibility with AutoCAD® while providing advanced features and unique tools that are crucial for professionals. This software serves as an optimal solution for architectural, engineering, construction (AEC), and mechanical computer-aided design (MCAD) across diverse sectors. Notably, SilicaCAD offers a cost-effective alternative with a perpetual licensing model, granting users access to numerous additional CAD functionalities at a significantly lower price compared to other software. Since DWG is the same file format used by AutoCAD, users can seamlessly open existing DWG files in SilicaCAD without any need for conversion or fear of data loss. Furthermore, it ensures industry-standard compatibility with AutoCAD®, enabling immediate engagement with DWG files, commands, fonts, blocks, hatches, and linetypes right from the start. With SilicaCAD, you finally have the opportunity to invest in a DWG-compatible solution that is not only economical but also rich in features that enhance your design capabilities.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
AutoCAD
No
Box
Yes
Dropbox
Yes
Google Drive
Yes
Microsoft OneDrive
Yes
Microsoft SharePoint
Yes
Onshape
Yes
Revit
Yes
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
No
AutoCAD
Yes
Box
No
Dropbox
No
Google Drive
No
Microsoft OneDrive
No
Microsoft SharePoint
No
Onshape
No
Revit
No
Pricing Details
$350.00/year
Annual Plan (1 year) for $350
3 Years Plan (3 years) for $700
Perpetual license from $950
Flex (network) license from $450 for 1 year or $1200 for Perpetual
3 Years Plan (3 years) for $700
Perpetual license from $950
Flex (network) license from $450 for 1 year or $1200 for Perpetual
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$350 per user
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Graebert
Founded
1977
Country
Germany
Website
www.graebert.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
FSC
Founded
2004
Country
United Arab Emirates
Website
silicacad.com
Product Features
3D Modeling
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
No
Annotations
Yes
Bill of Materials
No
Character Modeling
No
Collaboration Tools
Yes
Component Library
No
Data Import / Export
No
For 3D Printing
Yes
For Architects
Yes
For Manufacturers
Yes
Reference Management
No
Simulation
No
Architectural CAD
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
Architectural Symbol Library
No
Automatic Formatting
No
BIM Modeling
Yes
Comparison View
Yes
Design Templates
No
Drafting
Yes
Architecture
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
BIM Modeling
No
Bills of material
Yes
Building Information Modeling
Yes
Client Management
No
Contact Management
No
Contract Management
No
Document Management
No
Drafting
Yes
Manufacturing Design Data
Yes
Presentation Tools
No
Project Management
No
Proposal Management
No
Quotes/Proposals
No
Visualization / Presentation
Yes
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
Yes
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
Yes
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
Yes
Collaboration
Yes
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Electrical
Yes
Hole Making
No
Mechanical
Yes
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No
Product Features
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
No
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
No
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
No
Collaboration
No
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
No
Document Management
No
Electrical
No
Hole Making
No
Mechanical
No
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No
Engineering
2D Drawing
No
3D Modeling
No
Chemical Engineering
No
Civil Engineering
No
Collaboration
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
No
Document Management
No
Electrical Engineering
No
Mechanical Engineering
No
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Structural Engineering
No