Compare DataCAD and TurboCAD Pro Platinum - May 2022

Shlomi Lavi

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Bottom Line: Which is Better - DataCAD or TurboCAD Pro Platinum?

DataCAD is more expensive to implement (TCO) than TurboCAD Pro Platinum, and TurboCAD Pro Platinum is rated higher (77/100) than DataCAD (66/100). TurboCAD Pro Platinum offers users more features (3) than DataCAD (0). There is a clear winner in this case and it is TurboCAD Pro Platinum!

Looking for the right Architecture and CAD solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:

DATACAD Vs. IMSI/Design, LLC

DATACAD: DATACAD develops, markets and supports affordable, professional-level Windows-based CADD solutions for architects, engineers, and contractors. Through a combination of new product introductions, business software pricing and worldwide distribution, DATACAD is expanding its market penetration and user base to include many new business, professional,...

IMSI/Design, LLC: IMSI/Design, LLC, a private company headquartered in Novato, CA, is a pioneer in mobile solutions for the AEC (Architectural, Engineering, and Construction) industry and the global leader in retail CAD (Computer Aided Design).

Who is more expensive? DataCAD or TurboCAD Pro Platinum?

The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Architecture and CAD software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for DataCAD and TurboCAD Pro Platinum.

DataCAD price starts at $49 per year , On a scale between 1 to 10 DataCAD is rated 6, which is similar to the average cost of Architecture and CAD software. TurboCAD Pro Platinum price starts at $1,499 per license , When comparing TurboCAD Pro Platinum to its competitors, the software is rated 4 - lower than the average Architecture and CAD software cost.

Bottom line: DataCAD is more expensive than TurboCAD Pro Platinum.

Which software includes more/better features?

We've compared DataCAD Vs. TurboCAD Pro Platinum based on some of the most important and required Architecture and CAD features.

DataCAD: We are still working to collect the list of features for DataCAD.

TurboCAD Pro Platinum: Data Import/Export, Basic Reports, Online Customer Support.

Target customer size

DataCAD's typical customers include: Small, medium and large size businesses, TurboCAD is most suitable for medium businesses, although it can also be used in large enterprises if the project budget does not exceed too much.