AutoCAD vs BeUP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
BeUP
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The app BeUP by Benincà is the new tool dedicated to automation professionals. It allows to perform all the operations to configure a BeMOVE system: after connecting the smartphone or tablet to the Wi-Fi access point created by the HOOP Benincà gateway, it is possible to associate all the devices to be controlled. The types of devices that can be associated are: two-channels bi-directional 868 MHz devices g.MOVE, wired devices, monodirectional 433 MHz devices (all Benincà radio-receivers). For each device the installer can assign a category of membership, a name (that can be modified by the end user) and the switching mode of the contacts (impulse contact, latching contact or timed contact). For the 433 MHz devices it is also possible to set the desired radio encoding type (Advanced Rolling Code, Rolling Code or Fixed Code). Thanks to the integrated tutorials, the installer is guided step-by-step in all the operations to be performed. A simple and intuitive graphic allows you to have clear all the necessary information. At the end of the association of each device it is possible to check its functioning thanks to the "TEST" button. When the job is done, the main screen lists all the devices associated with the installed gateway: from here it is possible to check the functionality and the status feedback of the automations. BeUP also allows to access to the Contacts: the installer can easily access the list of its customers, complete with personal data and contact details, as well as the list of installed products. There is also a Demo section in which the operation of the BeMOVE system for end users is simulated. But the BeUP app will be much more very soon: new features that will allow you to be constantly updated on product news, to consult instruction manuals, to access to online training, and much more ... We have implemented new functions inside the Programming and Diagnostics section. We also added new sections dedicated to local and remote controls, interventions for planning future activities, and inspection of the activities carried out. Moreover, we enhanced the Contacts session by adding the installations for each contact and added pro.UP integration functions to the BeMOVE end-users section so they can associate the automations to be controlled.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BeUP at none against AutoCAD's 3. AutoCAD's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.6). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. AutoCAD sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. BeUP asks for nothing beyond the download.
AutoCAD ships an update every 2 months, BeUP every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AutoCAD | BeUP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (6.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 51.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 502 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Autodesk Inc. | AUTOMATISMI BENINCÀ SPA |
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
BeUP
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
AutoCAD
- AutoCAD Web monthly$9.991 Month
- AutoCAD Web annual$99.991 Year
- AutoCAD Web annual (Ultimate)$99.991 Year
BeUP
No in-app purchases









