Bricscad is like AutoCAD. But it doesn't require the huge memory or CPU power like AutoCAD. The main thing is that it is fully compatible with the AutoCAD .DWG files. So, this is quite convenient when the same project is done by more than one people who know AutoCAD.
Bricscad is a small program. But it includes amost all the features required for a CAD program. One advantage is that it is really more user friendly and easy to study compared to AutoCAD. The interface is quite neat.
It supports some file formats for importing, like Adobe Acrobat, MS Office objects, etc. But the 3D file formats supported are less. Well the problem is that there are a lot of formats which are quite different, created by different softwares. Also, different versions of the software create files not compatible with the other.
It also provides additional tools with advanced CAD features than AutoCAD.
The price is very less, compared to similar programs (AutoCAD $4,445).
One advice for Windows Vista users. You must run the program with administrative privileges (means, by running the program each time as an administrator, or disabling the UAC or the User Account Control).
v15.1 [Sep 9, 2014]
SR51543 - MENUS: when a main cui file contains a WorkspaceRoot but no workspaces in there, this caused a crash on startup
SR51523, SR51584, SR51668, SR51672, SR51685, SR51771, SR51657, SR51693, SR51583, SR51572, SR51771, SR51772, SR51773, SR51743, SR51751 - DCL LOCALE: A fix for cyrillic characters (for SR49003) caused the dcl engine to change the user locale (Regional settings/Format).
BricsCAD® (Windows) V15 installs and runs independently from previous BricsCAD versions.
V15 is not binary compatible with V14, some API's have changed. Most 3rd party applications/tools, except scripts and applications written in pure Lisp, will need to be rebuilt by their manufacturer in order to run on V15. If you are using 3rd party applications, please check with your supplier for V15 compatibility and updates.
Pro or Platinum license is required for rendering, 3D modeling and Drawing Views.
Platinum license is required for creation of 3D Constraints, Mechanical Assembly design, Sheet Metal design and BIM design.
Create a floor plan for your home and start adding walls and textures
Review 2D and 3D designs without using the application they were created in
