--- description: Learn more about ActCAD price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in Ireland. Read verified software reviews and discover tools that fit your business needs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: ActCAD Pricing, Cost & Reviews - Capterra Ireland 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Engineering CAD Software](/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) > [ActCAD](/software/168061/actcad-professional) # ActCAD Canonical: https://www.capterra.ie/software/168061/actcad-professional Page: 1 / 10\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ie/software/168061/actcad-professional?page=2) > ACTCAD is professional grade 2D Drafting and 3D Modeling CAD software which works in dwg and dxf file formats. Most affordable cad S/W. > > Verdict: Rated **4.2/5** by 214 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses ActCAD? ACTCAD is suitable for professional drawings creation for Architects, Structural Engineers, Civil Engineres, Mechanical Drawings, Electrical drawings, interior design, tool design, machine designs etc ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.2/5** | 214 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: ActCAD - **Location**: East Godavari Dt, India - **Founded**: 2006 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$249.00 - **Pricing model**: Other (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: ActCAD 2026 Standard (2D): $ 249.00 - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Central African Republic, Chile, China, Colombia, Congo - Brazzaville, Congo - Kinshasa, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark and 56 more ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Imaging - BIM Modeling - CAD Tools - Collaboration Tools - Component Library - Data Import/Export - Design Analysis - Design Modeling - Design Templates - Document Management - Drafting - Manufacturing Design Data - Presentation Tools - Rendering ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.ie/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.ie/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.capterra.ie/directory/31237/architectural-cad/software) - [BIM Software](https://www.capterra.ie/directory/31000/bim/software) - [3D Architecture Software](https://www.capterra.ie/directory/31276/3d-architecture/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Almost Identical Function/Shortcut Function and Interface wise, there aren't much difference between CAD ----- ### "ActCAD Software" — 5.0/5 > **Alessandro** | *19 December 2024* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: ActCAD offers powerful 2D drafting and 3D modeling tools, supports DWG/DXF formats, and provides perpetual licensing at an affordable cost. > > **Cons**: Please note that ActCAD currently does not offer a complete Italian translation. This may impact usability for Italian-speaking users. > > ActCAD offers a strong combination of powerful 2D drafting and 3D modeling tools, support for DWG/DXF formats, and affordable perpetual licensing. However, it does have some drawbacks, including limited file format support, occasional lag, a steep learning curve for new users, and the lack of a complete Italian translation. Overall, it's a solid choice for professionals, but it may require some patience and adaptation, especially for those looking for comprehensive localization. ----- ### "Best CAD solution in the Industry" — 5.0/5 > **Srinivas** | *19 September 2024* | Oil & Energy | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is one of the best CAD solution in the Industry. ActCAD comes with all the latest features \& functions which is very helpful for Engineers, designers \& draftsman for their day to day engineering activities. The ease of use makes it more user friendly software for cad users. > > **Cons**: Only few minor improvements are required. I hope it will be implemented in future releases. > > We have been using ActCAD for our engineering \& find it very helpful \& Economical cad solution. ----- ### "It is a good product, you can buy\!" — 5.0/5 > **Rajalakshmi** | *21 August 2024* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I 'am beginner in ActCAD, I discovered great new software, It is very easy to use, Shortcut keys are good,Also ActCAD is very low price as compared to another CAD. > > **Cons**: As of know to the extent I have used this tool I do Not found any cons of using this tool.As it is very cost effective as compared to the functions it provide.In my opinion it is best software . > > I am very happy of this software, i cannot find some negative point from ActCAD at the moment. ----- ### "Valuable software" — 5.0/5 > **Ratna kumari** | *21 August 2024* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The software is working smoothly and quick response from the technical team. > > **Cons**: Improve the interface color and icon size. > > The software is worth as per the price and regular updates. 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