DraftSight Premium for the Price of DraftSight Professional

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As the year closes, many teams take the opportunity to evaluate the tools they rely on every day. It’s often during this period that you realize what worked well and what caused delays. For example, a project may have taken longer than expected because drawings required revisions across multiple files. These small inefficiencies can add up. Reviewing them now is an opportunity to make next year’s work easier and more efficient.

What’s New in DraftSight 2026

DraftSight’s 2026 release focuses on enhancing your daily 2D drafting workflows. The Start Page has been reorganized to provide quicker access to recent files, templates, and learning resources. The expanded PowerTools tab introduces new automation commands for handling routine tasks. The Floating Drawing Windows feature lets you work on multiple drawings across multiple monitors, which is useful for anyone managing several layouts simultaneously. Additionally, visual updates to Gradient and Pattern Ribbons make drawings easier to read and edit.

These updates help users spend more time designing and less time managing the software.

A Closer Look at the BIM Module

DraftSight’s new BIM module extends capabilities for projects related to building information workflows. It allows users to open IFC files, view model data, and extract floor plans or sections directly into their 2D environment. This supports coordination with architectural and construction teams, while keeping DraftSight focused on its core strength: precise 2D documentation.

For drafters who occasionally need to reference BIM data without using a full 3D system, this module serves as a bridge between 2D drafting and BIM workflows.

Continuing Support for Familiar Workflows

DraftSight 2026 continues to support the tools and commands that experienced users depend on every day. All your existing shortcuts, LISP routines, script files, and dynamic blocks will continue to work as expected. Full DWG compatibility is preserved, ensuring that files open and save cleanly across different versions and platforms.

For teams working across multiple platforms, DraftSight seamlessly integrates with SOLIDWORKS and CATIA, making it easier to share data and maintain consistent documentation throughout the design process.

Year-End Promotion

Through December 31, 2025, new customers can purchase DraftSight Premium at the price of DraftSight Professional, saving $300 USD on a one-year standalone license. This promotion offers an accessible way to utilize DraftSight’s most advanced tools and automations, while benefiting from the 2026 updates.

Get the Offer

Try DraftSight for free for 30 days and see how these improvements can make your daily drafting faster and more dependable.

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