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Overview

SmartDraw is an innovative diagramming platform that simplifies the creation of floor plans, flowcharts, and other diagrams. With its intuitive interface and robust features, the software makes it easy to create professional-quality diagrams quickly. Explore SmartDraw features to streamline your diagramming process.

SmartDraw Specifications

  • Time Tracking
  • Task Management
  • Reporting
  • Budget Management

SmartDraw Features

Automatic Formatting

The platform offers several tools, including automatic spacing, alignment, shapes, sizing, and color schemes, to facilitate the creation of professionally finished visuals. Its formatting tools empower users to focus on the content of the diagram rather than its layout. The platform offers several tools, including automatic spacing, alignment, shapes, sizing, and color schemes, to facilitate the creation of professionally finished visuals. Its formatting tools empower users to focus on the content of the diagram rather than its layout. Whether you’re creating a simple flowchart or a complex network diagram, it ensures that your diagrams always look professional while saving you valuable time and effort.

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Diagramming Templates

The software includes thousands of diagramming templates and symbols for various diagram types, including a flowchart, a floor plan, and an engineering diagram.

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Engineering Power

With SmartDraw, you can easily create and print accurately scaled architectural and engineering diagrams. It even provides an AutoCAD-like annotation layer that automatically resizes to match a diagram. This feature makes creating accurate, scaled diagrams for engineering and architectural projects easy.

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Collaborate

SmartDraw makes it easy to collaborate on diagrams and network designs and quickly share ideas, visuals, and feedback with your teams. It empowers teams to collectively refine diagrams, fostering effective communication and productivity.

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Pros And Cons of SmartDraw

Pros

  • Cloud-based accessibility

  • Creates professional-looking diagrams with ease

  • Robust features

  • User-friendly interface

Cons

  • The installation process might be time-consuming

  • Customer care can be improved, according to some reviews

SmartDraw Reviews

Total 15 reviews

4

All reviews are from verified customers

Rating Distribution

5

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13%

4

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73%

3

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13%

2

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Gabriel

Interior Designer , Self-employed employees

5.0
March 2023

“Easy-to-use Tool for Floor Plans ”

Pros

I am a self-learned and self-employed interior designer. I often experiment with software solutions that can simplify some of my tasks. I have tried different floor planning tools that suited my requirements. Among these, I have found SmartDraw as the easiest to use. I also like the fact that it includes a vast library of symbols. This makes it fun to use as well as easier for me in case I have to discuss my work with a client or another stakeholder.

Cons

Sometimes, when you want to be more sophisticated with your drawings, the software offers good tools/features. However, these advanced options can be difficult to locate initially. It took me some time but once you frequently start using SmartDraw, it becomes easier.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

9

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Wesley A. 

Architecture, 1-10 employees

4.0
March 2023

“Simple navigation and is easy to use.”

Pros

SmartDraw software is very simple to use and navigate. I am glad that the UI designers have paid special attention and put great efforts into making the user experience a great and optimal one for the consumers. I was able to grab my hands on the software very easily after just a few clicks and a little navigation which gave me what I needed to work on my projects. Before my company fully adopted the software, I was informed that I have to submit blueprints (an integral part of my job) for which I had to reach out to the architect. However, I was able to do that on my own, all thanks to the software and its excellent features. Thus, this saved my money and time greatly.

Cons

The only problem that I faced while using the software is that it lacks several of the drawings which I need for improvisation purposes as per the demands of the client. Although I was to get the ideal sketches of the object which were demanded by the customers it took me a while to come up with them. Therefore, my only concern is if the upcoming version of the software can solve this issue by providing a wide range of drawings

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

8

Customer Support

7

Functionality

9

JR

Joe R.

Construction Company, 11-50 employees

4.0
February 2023

“Simple to create flowcharts and drawings from scratch.”

Pros

I would like to mention a few things which made the software so helpful and beneficial for me. Firstly, SmartDraw is excellent software for creating flow charts and process maps. It is very simple and easy to create flowcharts using the program. Moreover, it is one the best apps for creating drawings, and that too from scratch. I have never faced any issues while making these drawings, whether they are simple or complex. All thanks to the software! I would highly recommend it to others.

Cons

There are a few problems that I have faced since the time I have been using this program. It gets a little annoying when the snap function does not work. Although this does not happen frequently. It gets a little frustrating when I face this issue every few days.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

7

Value for money

8

Customer Support

7

Functionality

8

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SmartDraw offer an API?

Yes, SmartDraw offers an API.

What language does SmartDraw support?

The software supports several languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Urdu, and more.

What other apps does SmartDraw integrate with?

SmartDraw integrates with several third-party applications, including Jira, Dropbox, Trello, Box, Microsoft Azure, Confluence, Microsoft Teams, and Google Workspace.

Does SmartDraw support mobile devices?

Yes, the software supports mobile devices.

What types of pricing plans does SmartDraw offer?

SmartDraw has three pricing plans: Individual ($9.95/month), Team ($8.25/user/month), and Site ($5/user/month, billed annually). Request to get a custom SmartDraw price.

Who are the typical users of SmartDraw?

SmartDraw is used by businesses of all sizes across various industries, including healthcare, information technology, education, engineering, sales, and finance.

What level of support does SmartDraw offer?

SmartDraw diagram and chart tool provide various support options, including email, a help desk, chat, phone support, a knowledge base, and a 24/7 customer representative.

Can SmartDraw be used for creating mind maps and class diagrams?

Yes, SmartDraw allows you to create mind maps and class diagrams.

What are some of the pros and cons of SmartDraw?

SmartDraw, a cloud-based diagramming tool, is lauded for its accessibility and user-friendly interface, enabling users to easily create professional-looking diagrams. However, some users have noted that the installation process can be time-consuming, and its customer care response time can be improved.