AutoCAD vs RoomSketcher: what each really costs

Team size

Billing

AutoCAD

AutoCAD (annual) plan

$20,950

a year for 10 people · $1,745.83 a month

Lower cost

RoomSketcher

Team (annual) plan

$420

a year for 10 people · $35 a month

RoomSketcher costs $20,530 less a year for 10 people.

Lower annual-billing cost for a 10-person team on each product's entry paid plan: RoomSketcher. This is arithmetic on verified prices, not a recommendation.

10 peopleAutoCADRoomSketcher
Entry paid planAutoCAD (annual)Team (annual)
Vendor price$2,095 per year$35 billed as $420 per year
Monthly cost$1,745.83$35
Annual cost$20,950$420
Per user / year$2,095$42
Billing commitmentNot recordedNot recorded
Minimum seatsNone statedNone stated
Free planNo free plan listedYes
Free trialNot statedNot stated

Calculated by SpecEntry from official vendor prices. Taxes and optional add-ons are not included. Open each product page for every plan and the official source.

AutoCAD vs RoomSketcher: features

Key features as each vendor lists them. A feature missing from a list does not mean the product lacks it.

AutoCAD

  • Multi-device draftingCreate, edit and annotate drawings on desktop, web and mobile.
  • Connected Support FilesCentrally control cloud-based support files.
  • Project-aware palettesTool palettes and CUI load the right resources for each project automatically.
  • Autodesk AssistantAn in-app assistant helps find information, check CAD standards and fix design issues.
  • Raster Design toolsetEdit scanned drawings and convert raster images into DWG objects.
  • Plant 3D toolsetCreate instrumentation diagrams and 3D models and extract piping isometrics.
  • Map 3D toolsetModel-based GIS for planning, design and management data.

Source:autodesk.com/products/autocad/overview ·

RoomSketcher

  • Easy floor plan drawingDraw rooms, walls, doors and windows without CAD skills.
  • Live 2D and 3DChanges update instantly in both 2D and 3D.
  • Plan annotationsShow measurements, room names, area, electrical and HVAC details.
  • 3D Floor PlansGenerates 3D floor plans with furniture, materials and colors.
  • Photorealistic rendersCreate photorealistic images and try styles using prompts.
  • Cloud-saved plansPlans are saved in the cloud for easy updates.
  • Branded floor plansAdd your logo, colors and company details to plans.

Source:roomsketcher.com ·

AutoCAD vs RoomSketcher pricing questions

  1. How much do AutoCAD and RoomSketcher cost?

    AutoCAD paid plans start at $260 per month (AutoCAD (monthly)). RoomSketcher paid plans start at $12 billed as $144 per year (Pro (annual)).

  2. Is AutoCAD or RoomSketcher cheaper for 5 users?

    RoomSketcher is cheaper for 5 users: $420 per year on Team (annual), against $10,475 per year for AutoCAD on AutoCAD (annual). That is $10,055 less per year, before tax.

  3. Is AutoCAD or RoomSketcher cheaper for 10 users?

    RoomSketcher is cheaper for 10 users: $420 per year on Team (annual), against $20,950 per year for AutoCAD on AutoCAD (annual). That is $20,530 less per year, before tax.

  4. Is AutoCAD or RoomSketcher cheaper for 25 users?

    RoomSketcher is cheaper for 25 users: $420 per year on Team (annual), against $52,375 per year for AutoCAD on AutoCAD (annual). That is $51,955 less per year, before tax.

  5. Do AutoCAD and RoomSketcher have a free plan?

    RoomSketcher lists a free plan; AutoCAD does not list one on its official pricing.