DraftSight vs GstarCAD
Both are on the CAD Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 DraftSight | GstarCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #16 6.2 | #4 8.0 |
| Maker | — | GstarCAD |
| Starts at | $299 a year | $239 a year |
| Free | Free trial | Free trial |
| Runs on | API, Mac, Windows | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Professional: $299 a year Premium: $599 a year Network: $399 a year DraftSight Professional: $299 a year | Standard: $749 once Professional: $949 once Premium: $1,120 once GstarCAD 2027 Standard: $239 a year |
| Verdict | DraftSight provides a broad set of desktop drafting and automation tools for DWG-based work. Review platform requirements and license options, especially if PDF conversion or network licensing is needed. | GstarCAD offers 2D and 3D drafting with DWG and DXF support, a large toolset, and several licensing routes. Its 2027 annual plans start at 239.00 USD per year, with VAT and service fees excluded. |
| Visit DraftSight | Visit GstarCAD |