AutoCAD vs Rayon
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
| AutoCAD |  Rayon | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #2 7.8 | #15 6.3 |
| Maker | AutoCAD | — |
| Starts at | $260 a month | $21 a month |
| Free | Free trial | Free plan |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Web, Windows | Mac, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | AutoCAD Monthly: on request AutoCAD Monthly: on request AutoCAD Annual: on request AutoCAD Annual: on request | Free: $0 Pro: $21 a month Team: $38 a month |
| Verdict | AutoCAD combines 2D and 3D work with specialized toolsets and collaboration features. Check the subscription terms and price against your needs, particularly the named-user and one-device-at-a-time limits. | Rayon focuses on collaborative 2D architectural drawing, with AI tools and multiple import and export formats. Check the import cap and plan-specific features against your workflow. |
| Visit AutoCAD | Visit Rayon |