
The standard for 2D and 3D CAD: precise drafting, documentation, and 3D across every discipline, with seven industry toolsets and Autodesk AI included.
From floor plans to mechanical parts to site layouts, AutoCAD gives you precise tools and a familiar workflow trusted by designers, engineers, and architects worldwide.
The Autodesk Assistant answers questions and checks CAD standards inside your workspace, and Smart Blocks place repeated content for you.
Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Map 3D, Plant 3D, and Raster Design are included, for an average 63% productivity gain.
Forma Data Management Essentials lets your team check out geometry and mark up in parallel across desktop and web.
Detect and fix common drawing errors automatically, with far less tedious manual cleanup.
Work across Windows, Mac, web, and mobile. Capture, share, and review designs on the go.
Ground site plans in ArcGIS basemaps with satellite, aerial, and street imagery.

Not sure which fits your team? Here's the difference.
| AutoCAD LT | AutoCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| 2D drafting and documentation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 3D modeling and visualization | — | ✓ |
| Industry toolsets (Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Map 3D, Plant 3D, Raster Design) | — | ✓ |
| Automation and customization (AutoLISP, .NET, scripting) | — | ✓ |
| Autodesk AI and Smart Blocks | — | ✓ |
| Windows, Mac, web, and mobile access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Best for | 2D drafting, documentation, and general-purpose 3D across every discipline |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows & Mac desktop, web, and mobile |
| Included toolsets | Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Map 3D, Plant 3D, Raster Design |
| File format | Native DWG, the industry-standard CAD file format |
| Licensing | Annual or multi-year subscription, single-user or flex tokens |
| From DSI | Deployment help, certified training, and local technical support included |
Buy AutoCAD through DSI, an Autodesk Platinum Partner. Get deployment help, certified training, and support from specialists who use the software every day.

AutoCAD is general-purpose 2D and 3D CAD for drafting, documentation, and design across architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and construction. Seven industry toolsets add discipline-specific tools and parts libraries.
AutoCAD is sold as an annual or multi-year subscription, single-user or with flex tokens. Pricing depends on term and seat count, so talk to DSI for a quote matched to your team.
Yes. AutoCAD for Mac runs natively on Apple silicon and Intel. A few specialized toolsets are Windows-only, so confirm your discipline is covered before switching.
Most drafters pick up the core workflow quickly. DSI provides certified, role-based training so your team gets productive faster.
Seven industry toolsets (Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Map 3D, Plant 3D, Raster Design), the web and mobile apps, and Autodesk AI features, all at no extra cost.
Talk to a DSI specialist about AutoCAD licensing, bundles, and training built around how your team works.