DraftSight vs KeyShot Studio: what each really costs

Team size

Billing

Lower cost

DraftSight

Professional plan

$2,990

a year for 10 people · $249.17 a month

KeyShot Studio

Professional (annual) plan

$12,990

a year for 10 people · $1,082.50 a month

DraftSight costs $10,000 less a year for 10 people.

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

10 peopleDraftSightKeyShot Studio
Entry paid planProfessionalProfessional (annual)
Vendor price$299 USD/yr$1,299 per year, billed annually
Monthly cost$249.17$1,082.50
Annual cost$2,990$12,990
Per user / year$299$1,299
Billing commitmentNot recordedNot recorded
Minimum seatsNone statedNone stated
Free planNo free plan listedNo free plan listed
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.

DraftSight vs KeyShot Studio: features

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

DraftSight

  • DWG, DXF and DGN editingOpens and edits DWG, DXF and DGN files without conversion errors.
  • 2D drafting to 3D modelingMove from 2D drafting into 3D design and modeling in the same environment.
  • Dynamic and custom blocksEdit dynamic blocks and create custom blocks to standardize work.
  • Drafting essentialsIncludes layers, hatching, snapping and splines.
  • Batch printing and sheet setsOffers batch printing, automatic dimensioning, layer tools and sheet set management.
  • Native DWG collaborationAll versions work natively with DWG files.

Source:draftsight.com ·

KeyShot Studio

  • Photorealistic renderingProduces photorealistic results from the first render.
  • Accurate materials and lightingPhysically accurate materials and lighting from leading manufacturers.
  • Real-time visualizationReal-time visualization speeds up workflows.
  • AnimationsTurntables, exploded views, flythroughs and Studio Switch animations.
  • Exploded viewsAssembly-aware exploded views show how a product works.
  • GLB, USD and 3D exportExport to GLB, USD and interactive 3D for e-commerce and AR.

Source:keyshot.com ·

DraftSight vs KeyShot Studio pricing questions

  1. How much do DraftSight and KeyShot Studio cost?

    DraftSight paid plans start at $299 USD/yr (Professional). KeyShot Studio paid plans start at $1,299 per year, billed annually (Professional (annual)).

  2. Is DraftSight or KeyShot Studio cheaper for 5 users?

    DraftSight is cheaper for 5 users: $1,495 per year on Professional, against $6,495 per year for KeyShot Studio on Professional (annual). That is $5,000 less per year, before tax.

  3. Is DraftSight or KeyShot Studio cheaper for 10 users?

    DraftSight is cheaper for 10 users: $2,990 per year on Professional, against $12,990 per year for KeyShot Studio on Professional (annual). That is $10,000 less per year, before tax.

  4. Is DraftSight or KeyShot Studio cheaper for 25 users?

    DraftSight is cheaper for 25 users: $7,475 per year on Professional, against $32,475 per year for KeyShot Studio on Professional (annual). That is $25,000 less per year, before tax.