Comparison

AutoCAD vs Aproplan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

AutoCAD

Access and edit CAD drawings on the go with this official application. It provides essential drafting and design tools for creating, updating, and sharing 2D drawings from any device. Collaborate with teams and simplify workflows by accessing files from various cloud storage services.

Highlights
  • 2D file viewing
  • Create, edit, and share 2D drawings
  • Offline work and sync
  • Insert blocks
  • Manage layers
  • Drafting and geometry editing
  • Measure tools
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The official AutoCAD app. View & edit CAD drawings anytime, anywhere! Essential drafting and design capabilities for your everyday needs: Autodesk® AutoCAD® Web on mobile is a trusted solution that gives you access to the core AutoCAD commands that you need for light editing and generating fundamental designs, all at an attractive price. AutoCAD Web subscription plans are available in the following options: • Monthly for $9.99 • Yearly for $99.99 • Included free with AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT subscriptions Use familiar AutoCAD drafting tools on your mobile device in a simplified interface, allowing you to access, create, and update DWG™ files anytime, anywhere. 30 day trial: Enjoy a fully functional free trial of AutoCAD Web for 30 days. After the trial is completed, you can access limited read-only functionality without a paid subscription. Current AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT desktop subscribers: Sign in with your Autodesk account to access AutoCAD Web on mobile. Key Benefits: • Work offline on your projects without an Internet connection and sync later • Safeguard drawings in your Autodesk account or with your own external accounts • Collaborate in real time with team members and reduce mistakes • Replace blueprints at job sites with drawings on mobile • Simplify workflows by opening DWG files directly from Autodesk Drive, Autodesk Docs, Microsoft OneDrive, Box, Dropbox, or Google Drive. Features: • 2D file viewing • Create, edit, and share 2D drawings • Work offline and sync your changes once back online • Insert blocks from your DWG drawing • Manage layers and layer visibility • Drafting and geometry editing tools • Annotation and markup tools • Measure distance, angle, area, and radius • View and edit DWG files from your internal storage, email, or from the cloud • View coordinates and properties All new users have access to a free trial of AutoCAD Web for 30 days. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your Apple ID. Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless cancelled at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You will not be able to cancel a subscription during the active period. Manage your subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. *Free products and services are subject to the Autodesk Terms of Use at https://www.autodesk.com/company/terms-of-use/en/general-terms Learn more: Autodesk Website: https://www.autodesk.com/products/autocad-web Term of Use: https://www.autodesk.com/company/legal-notices-trademarks/terms-of-service-autodesk360-web-services/autodesk-autocad-mobile-terms-of-service AutoCAD Service is not provided to children under the age of 14, and users under 14 cannot use this Service.

About

Aproplan

This app streamlines construction project management by facilitating end-to-end support for site teams. It enhances collaboration, communication, and real-time information sharing between the site and office, leading to increased efficiency and reduced interruptions.

Highlights
  • End-to-end construction phase support
  • Real-time site and office communication
  • Progress tracking and interruption reduction
  • Digital QHSE system for compliance
  • Document annotation and commenting
  • Centralized document management
Features
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Aproplan by Causeway supports your construction phase from end to end. Site teams collaborate more efficiently through clear communication and streamlined processes. Real-time information is shared seamlessly between the site and the office. Track your teams’ progress and reduce interruptions on your construction sites by 60%. Embrace the digital built environment, increase project efficiency and boost profitability. Add annotations and comments to plans and documents quickly and easily. By implementing a modern, digital QHSE system, you can standardise your compliance processes and make them easier for everyone to follow. - Centralise documents - Manage quality control and compliance - Simplify site management and follow-up - Communicate efficiently with your collaborators Are you still in the race? Whatever your profession—architect, engineer, real estate professional, project director or subcontractor—stay on track with Aproplan. Download our app, visit our website or read our reviews. Creating a project is as quick as a pit stop and will help you lead the race! The Causeway Team

Screenshots

AutoCAD4 screens
Aproplan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Aproplan at 5.0 against AutoCAD's 4.4. Aproplan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). AutoCAD's advantage is review sentiment (52% vs 17%) and ratings volume (6.3K vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AutoCAD sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Aproplan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aproplan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AutoCAD has 6.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of AutoCAD's written reviews are positive against 17% of Aproplan's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AutoCAD ships an update every 2 months, Aproplan every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AutoCAD versus Aproplan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutoCADAproplan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (6.3K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews51.8% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings6.3K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size502 MB321 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutodesk Inc.LetsBuild Belgium SA

Customer experience

AutoCAD

All ratings6,266 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral4.8%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews716 reviews
Positive51.8%
Neutral10.3%
Negative37.8%

Aproplan

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%

Bugs and requests

AutoCAD

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to open DXF files
  • Numeric keypad not appearing for editing dimensions
  • Syncing and saving issues causing data loss
  • Compatibility problems with newer iPad models

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for Arabic text
  • Improve Apple Pencil integration
  • Allow creating and saving custom blocks
  • Implement PDF export functionality
  • Restore removed features like GPS positioning

Aproplan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

AutoCAD

Subscriptions3
  • AutoCAD Web monthly$9.991 Month
  • AutoCAD Web annual$99.991 Year
  • AutoCAD Web annual (Ultimate)$99.991 Year
None

Aproplan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AutoCAD free?
AutoCAD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aproplan free?
Aproplan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AutoCAD or Aproplan?
Aproplan is rated higher. AutoCAD averages 4.4 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while Aproplan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do AutoCAD or Aproplan have ads?
Neither AutoCAD nor Aproplan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AutoCAD or Aproplan?
AutoCAD ships an update every 2 months, and Aproplan every 10 days. Most recently, AutoCAD was updated on November 3, 2026 and Aproplan on November 2, 2026.

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