AutoCAD is a commercial computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software application. Developed and marketed by Autodesk. Developed by Autodesk Inc.
License: Commercial
LibreCAD is a free, open-source alternative to AutoCAD, ideal for 2D drafting with a user-friendly interface, while AutoCAD is a comprehensive, industry-standard software with advanced features for both 2D and 3D design, but comes at a high cost and requires more resources.