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# DesignCAD

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> DesignCAD 3D MAX is a computer aided design (CAD) software that enables organizations to build and manage 2D and 3D designs, models and animations. It allows architects, engineers and other users to create engineering layouts, plots, maps, toys, furniture, decks, floor plans, architectural drawings, electronics schematics, and more.
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> Verdict: Rated **5.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **5.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: IMSI Design
- **Founded**: 1983

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$199,99
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial)
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- 2D Drawing
- 3D Design & Modeling
- Animation
- Bill of Materials Management
- Component Library
- Data Import/Export
- Design Management
- For 3D Printing
- For Manufacturers
- Modeling & Simulation

## Category

- [3D CAD Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/1433/3d-cad/software)

## Alternatives

1. [AutoCAD](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/112399/autocad) — 4.7/5 (3205 reviews)
2. [SolidWorks Premium](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2061953/solidworks-premium) — 4.6/5 (756 reviews)
3. [Alibre Design](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2054207/alibre-design) — 4.7/5 (182 reviews)
4. [SketchUp](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/125039/sketchup) — 4.5/5 (1046 reviews)
5. [Inventor](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2053952/inventor) — 4.5/5 (277 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Newbies friendly software. No disappointments so far." — 5.0/5

> **Meagan** | *27 November 2023* | Furniture | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Despite the software being simple and straight forward, the quality of results is amazingly satisfying. No need to stress on the 2D and 3D enhancements. DesignCAD supports it all. Being easy to use, this software turns out to be the best for beginners with little knowledge on CAD. Modelling is easy with DesignCAD.
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> **Cons**: I had issues importing files but thanks to the hyper active help desk. I was sorted and right now everything is going on well. I am impressed.
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> Beautiful results and quality services. DesignCAD is all time best.

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