AutoCAD
AutoCAD is Autodesk's globally recognised 2D/3D engineering design software — the DWG format is accepted worldwide. Suited to architecture, construction, mechanical, electrical, and other engineering disciplines. Distributed by Dzo as an Autodesk Authorised Reseller with a VAT invoice and Vietnamese-speaking support team.
Overview
AutoCAD is Autodesk's leading 2D and 3D engineering design software, first released in 1982 and now used by millions of engineers, architects, and designers worldwide. AutoCAD's DWG file format has become an irreplaceable industry standard — every construction, mechanical, or infrastructure project uses DWG.
The current AutoCAD 2026 subscription includes AutoCAD Web (browser-based) and AutoCAD Mobile (iOS/Android), enabling engineers to open and review drawings on site without a laptop. Specialist Industry Toolsets (Architecture, MEP, Mechanical, Electrical, Plant 3D, Map 3D) are included in the full plan at no additional cost.
In Vietnam, AutoCAD is a primary target in the 2026 licence audit wave due to high rates of unlicensed use in construction and mechanical engineering. Penalties under Decree 341/2025 can reach 100 million VND, not counting the risk of drawing data loss from cracked software.
Purchasing AutoCAD through Dzo — an Autodesk Authorised Reseller in Vietnam — entitles businesses to an official licence, a valid electronic VAT invoice, installation support and Vietnamese-language training, and a dedicated technical support channel for issues.
Key features
2D Drafting & Annotation
- → 2D drawing tools — line, arc, circle, spline, polyline with precision to the micron
- → Dimensions & Annotation — automatic dimensioning, multi-level annotations, GD&T
- → Blocks & Dynamic Blocks — reusable detail libraries with flexible parametric changes
- → DWG import/export — compatible with all versions from 2000 to 2026
3D Modelling & Industry Toolsets
- → 3D Solid Modelling — boolean operations, extrude, revolve, sweep, loft
- → Architecture Toolset — intelligent walls, doors, windows, stairs, and roofs
- → MEP Toolset — piping, electrical systems, and HVAC with clash detection
- → Mechanical Toolset — 700,000+ standard mechanical parts, automatic BOM generation
Collaboration & Integration
- → AutoCAD Web — open and edit DWG files in a browser without installation
- → AutoCAD Mobile — iOS and Android; draw and review drawings on site
- → AutoLISP / AutoCAD API — automate repetitive commands, integrate with ERP
- → Revit & BIM 360 — export to Revit, collaborate on BIM with architects and structural engineers
Who it's for?
Architectural Design Consultancy
- Ngành
- Architectural design consulting, urban planning
- Quy mô
- 5–50 engineers and architects
- Use case
- Preparing design documents for residential and civil buildings; producing construction drawings to Vietnamese standards (TCVN); sharing DWG files with clients and contractors
- Vì sao chọn
- The Architecture Toolset reduces floor plan, elevation, and section drawing time by 40–60% compared with plain AutoCAD. DWG is the accepted standard in all Vietnamese construction legal documentation.
Mechanical Manufacturing & Metal Fabrication
- Ngành
- Mechanical manufacturing, metal fabrication, mould design
- Quy mô
- 10–100 mechanical engineers
- Use case
- Designing 2D/3D mechanical parts, producing technical drawings to ISO/ANSI, generating automatic BOMs, linking to CNC machines
- Vì sao chọn
- The Mechanical Toolset with 700,000+ ISO/DIN/ANSI standard parts and automatic BOM generation saves the engineering team significant documentation time. DXF export for CNC machines requires no manual conversion.
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) Contractor
- Ngành
- Electrical, MEP, and technical infrastructure contracting
- Quy mô
- 15–80 MEP engineers and contractors
- Use case
- Producing electrical, plumbing, and HVAC system documentation; clash detection against architectural drawings; quantity takeoff from drawings
- Vì sao chọn
- The MEP Toolset automates pipe routing, equipment sizing, and clash detection directly in AutoCAD — no need to switch to another application. Well suited to mid-sized contractors not yet ready to invest in Revit MEP.
Strengths
- ✓ Global industry standard — fully compatible with international partners and project owners
- ✓ Integrated Industry Toolsets: Architecture, MEP, Mechanical, Electrical, Plant 3D included at no extra cost
- ✓ AutoCAD Web and Mobile — review and edit drawings on site without a laptop
- ✓ Powerful API/LISP/AutoLISP ecosystem — automate repetitive drawing workflows
- ✓ Deep integration with Revit, BIM 360, and Autodesk Docs across the AEC ecosystem
Limitations to consider
- ! Significantly higher cost than BricsCAD — ROI evaluation recommended for 2D-only use cases
- ! Primary interface is in English — learning curve for new staff
- ! Subscription-only model — recurring annual cost, unlike a one-time perpetual purchase
- ! Relatively high hardware requirements for complex 3D tasks
Pricing
AutoCAD LT
- ✓ Full 2D drafting, annotation, and layout
- ✓ DWG compatible with all versions
- ✓ AutoCAD Web and Mobile
- ✓ No 3D modelling, Industry Toolsets, or AutoLISP
AutoCAD (Full)
- ✓ Everything in AutoCAD LT
- ✓ Full 3D Solid Modelling
- ✓ 7 Industry Toolsets: Architecture, MEP, Mechanical, Electrical, Plant 3D, Map 3D, Raster Design
- ✓ Full AutoLISP / AutoCAD API
- ✓ Unlimited Autodesk Docs
Network Licence
- ✓ Cost-optimised for concurrent but non-simultaneous users
- ✓ Licence Manager installed on an internal server
- ✓ Usage reporting by user and department
- ✓ Suited to contractors and construction firms with 20+ engineers
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between AutoCAD LT and full AutoCAD?
AutoCAD LT is 2D drafting only — no 3D modelling, no Industry Toolsets (Architecture, MEP, etc.), and no AutoLISP/API support. Full AutoCAD includes all features, 7 specialist Industry Toolsets, and programmable automation. For engineering businesses in Vietnam, full AutoCAD is typically the right choice to access the Architecture or MEP Toolset.
Does AutoCAD work offline?
Yes. AutoCAD is installed on a Windows or macOS machine and works fully offline. Named-user licences require online authentication at least once every 30 days — when visiting a remote site with no internet, the software continues to run normally. For network licences via a LAN server, no internet connection is needed at all.
Is a VAT invoice available? Can I pay in VND?
Yes. Dzo issues a valid electronic VAT invoice and accepts VND payment via business bank transfer — no foreign-currency card or PayPal account required. This is the primary reason Vietnamese businesses purchase AutoCAD through an Authorised Reseller rather than directly from Autodesk.
Will switching from cracked AutoCAD to a licensed version lose my data?
No data will be lost if the process is carried out correctly. Dzo assists with: backing up all DWG files, uninstalling the cracked software, installing the licensed AutoCAD, and restoring custom settings (templates, hatch patterns, block libraries). The entire process typically completes within one working day for an office of 5–20 machines.
Should I choose AutoCAD over BricsCAD?
AutoCAD is the better choice if: international partners require original DWG compliance, specialist Industry Toolsets are needed, or integration with the Autodesk ecosystem (Revit, BIM 360) is important. BricsCAD is the better choice if: work is purely 2D, budget is constrained, and a one-time perpetual purchase is preferred over a subscription. Dzo offers a free consultation based on your team's actual workflow.
Interested in AutoCAD?
Dzo delivers an exact quote within 24h — e-VAT invoice, VND payment, local training.