Comparison

AutoCAD vs SketchFloor

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.

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SketchFloor

Features
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DESIGN PROFESSIONAL FLOOR PLANS IN MINUTES SketchFloor is the complete floor plan creator for homeowners, real estate agents, interior designers, architects, and contractors. Draw accurate floor plans, add furniture from an extensive library, measure rooms, calculate areas, and estimate material costs - all from your iPhone or iPad. WHY CHOOSE SKETCHFLOOR? EASY FLOOR PLAN DRAWING - Intuitive wall drawing tools for any room layout - Add doors and windows with a single tap - Multi-story floor plan support for complete home designs - Professional blueprint quality output - Snap-to-grid precision for accurate measurements EXTENSIVE FURNITURE LIBRARY - 500+ SVG furniture items in HD quality - Living room: sofas, chairs, tables, entertainment centers - Bedroom: beds, dressers, nightstands, wardrobes - Kitchen: cabinets, islands, appliances, dining sets - Bathroom: fixtures, vanities, tubs, showers - Office: desks, chairs, shelving, filing cabinets - Drag and drop furniture placement - Rotate and resize items to fit your space MEASUREMENT & CALCULATION TOOLS - Measure distances between walls and objects - Calculate room square footage automatically - Area calculator for flooring and paint estimates - Professional-grade accuracy for contractors - Imperial and metric unit support MATERIAL COST ESTIMATION - Estimate drywall materials and costs - Calculate paint quantities by room - Flooring material calculator - Cost breakdown by material type - Save money by avoiding over-purchasing - Export shopping lists for home improvement stores PROFESSIONAL EXPORT OPTIONS - Export floor plans as PDF for printing - PNG export for presentations and listings - Scale drawings for contractors and architects - Email plans directly from the app - Share designs with clients and collaborators PERFECT FOR EVERY PROJECT For Homeowners: Plan renovations before you start. Visualize furniture arrangements. Calculate material costs. Avoid expensive mistakes. For Real Estate Agents: Create property floor plans for listings. Showcase room layouts to buyers. Professional presentations in minutes. For Interior Designers: Design room layouts with client furniture. Present multiple design options. Accurate space planning tools. For Architects & Contractors: Quick site sketches and estimates. Material calculations for quotes. Client communication tool. For DIY Enthusiasts: Plan home improvement projects. Measure and design with confidence. Learn proper space planning. FREE FEATURES - Basic floor plan drawing - Essential furniture library - Room measurement tools - Single-floor designs - PNG export PREMIUM FEATURES - Advanced furniture library (500+ items) - Multi-story floor plans - Material cost estimation - PDF export with scaling - Priority support - Regular content updates Terms of Service: https://apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AutoCAD4 screens
SketchFloor4 screens

Verdict

The call

AutoCAD and SketchFloor are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 and SketchFloor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
AutoCAD versus SketchFloor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutoCADSketchFloor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (6.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size502 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutodesk Inc.Foes

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

SketchFloor

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
3 purchases

SketchFloor

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$129.991 Year

Questions

Is AutoCAD free?
AutoCAD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SketchFloor free?
SketchFloor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AutoCAD or SketchFloor have ads?
Neither AutoCAD nor SketchFloor shows ads.

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