--- description: Learn more about AutoCAD LT price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in South Africa. Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: AutoCAD LT Price, Reviews & Features - Capterra South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Architectural CAD Software](/directory/31237/architectural-cad/software) > [AutoCAD LT](/software/2011/autocad-lt) # AutoCAD LT Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.za/software/2011/autocad-lt Page: 1 / 10\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/2011/autocad-lt?page=2) > Create 2D drawings more efficiently > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 225 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses AutoCAD LT? Architectural firms looking for easier means to utilize CAD Software ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 225 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Autodesk - **Location**: San Rafael, US - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$60,00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - CAD Tools - Collaboration Tools - Design Modeling - Document Management - Drafting - Manufacturing Design Data ## Support Options - Chat ## Category - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/31237/architectural-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/31237/architectural-cad/software) - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software) - [BIM Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/31000/bim/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The software enhances productivity with efficient drafting features, facilitating the creation of professional-quality drawings with ease and accuracy. > > **Cons**: AutoCAD LT's limitations include the absence of advanced 3D modeling capabilities compared to the full AutoCAD version. Additionally, it might lack some industry-specific tools found in other software. The LT version might not meet the intricate needs of highly specialized design fields requiring complex functionalities, limiting its suitability for certain advanced projects. > > My overall experience with AutoCAD LT has been highly positive. The software offers robust drafting tools, precision, and a user-friendly interface, enhancing productivity in creating intricate designs. While lacking some advanced 3D features compared to the full AutoCAD version, its efficiency in 2D drafting, ease of use, and compatibility with various file formats make it an excellent choice for precise and professional-quality drawings. ----- ### "My Autocad experience" — 5.0/5 > **Karic** | *25 September 2024* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is easy to use and to make update to the drawings as the project gets underway in the field. I collect real survey points at the job site and can create the as-built for the city. > > **Cons**: It use to be the print menu, but this latest version (2023) is much better. > > I have been using Autocad for over 20 years. I took a class in College and loved it right away. ----- ### "Perfect for Site Maps" — 5.0/5 > **Jack** | *17 January 2026* | Food Production | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Layers feature - on complex site drawings, having the ability the add drawings onto seperate layers means you can individually edit/turn then off to shoe exactly what is needed at the time. For example you can show just the 'Drainage' layer of required. > > **Cons**: There is a raft of line settings such as colour/weight which can be locked with global/local settings or imported from previous drawings which can easily get muddled and complicated - many times I have been trying to change a line weighting only to find it is locked via a layer setting. > > Overall this software is very powerful and great for managing site drawings at a very detailed level. Even for potential project work, less detailed drawings can be taken and formed as proof of concept with minimal dimensions which can be very handy for project feasability studies. ----- ### "One line is all you need." — 5.0/5 > **Josh** | *21 April 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Doesn't have really any differences from the 2D other AutoCAD software. > > **Cons**: Not a knock on this, but AutoCAD does run into issues when the new year software comes out. I have used CAD in some format for close to 15yrs. > > I use it almost daily and I don't really know of any other product or competitor that can compete at the Autodesk level unless you are looking for like pretty pictures. CAD will get the job done and very easy to use. ----- ### "Good Software with Precision and Accuracy" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *06 February 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Really great application for architectural drawings and visualizing objects in 3D view, Accuracy is on point, we can draw precise drawings are true to scale as well > > **Cons**: Very very costly, and functions are quite complex to understand as a beginner. Rendering takes time depending on system capability. 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