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# Compare FARO Sphere XG vs AutoCAD

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> Detailed comparison between FARO Sphere XG and AutoCAD. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | FARO Sphere XG | AutoCAD |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 13 | 3205 |
| **Starting Price** | US$125.00 | US$250.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### FARO Sphere XG

AECO professionals, including engineers, project managers and potentially all stakeholders of construction projects.

### AutoCAD

Designed for architects, designers, engineers, project managers, real estate developers, students, construction professionals who want to create precise 2D and 3D drawings.

## Key features

### FARO Sphere XG

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Collaboration Tools
- Commercial
- Data Import/Export
- Design Management
- Drag & Drop
- Floor Plans & Maps
- For AEC Industry
- For Residential
- Mobile Access
- Offline Access
- Panoramas
- Project Management
- Real-Time Updates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Secure Data Storage
- Third-Party Integrations

### AutoCAD

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Collaboration Tools
- Commercial
- Data Import/Export
- Design Management
- Drafting
- Drag & Drop
- Floor Plans & Maps
- For AEC Industry
- For Residential
- Mobile Access
- Offline Access
- Project Management
- Real-Time Updates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Secure Data Storage
- Third-Party Integrations

## Links

- [View FARO Sphere XG Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/161112/holobuilder)
- [View AutoCAD Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/174021/autocad)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.uk/compare/161112/174021/holobuilder/vs/autocad)

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