ARES Commander

ARES Commander

Graebert
5.0 out of 5 stars
SysQue

SysQue

Trimble
1.5 out of 5 stars
ARES Commander SysQue

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ARES Commander:

About

2D & 3D CAD software to create & modify technical drawings in DWG format with choice between Perpetual, Network or Annual licenses. Experience the agility of the n°1 alternative to AutoCAD. Cost-effective, ARES Commander offers a full replacement and an easy switch, at a fraction of the cost. With Graebert's ARES CAD software you will enjoy a 3-in-1 license, including ARES Commander (for Windows, macOS and Linux computers) + ARES Kudo (Cloud) + ARES Touch (iOS + Android). These 3 products work in synergy to synchronize the work across users and devices. Create and modify DWG drawings locally, with files stored on your computer, or in sync with Google Drive, Box, OneDrive, Dropbox, Onshape, Trimble Connect. Alternatively, you can also store files in a private Cloud server (via WebDAV). Some our advanced CAD features include the support for Dynamic blocks, PDF to DWG conversion, Drawing comparison, IFC & Revit import, 3D solid modeling, satellite images and street maps.
SysQue:

About

Trimble SysQue. Trimble® SysQue® empowers detailers, engineers, and fabricators to work in tandem to build constructible, real-world, digitized models in Autodesk Revit. Trimble SysQue Design real-world constructible MEP models in Revit. Overview. Trimble® SysQue® empowers detailers, engineers, and fabricators to work in tandem to build constructible, real-world, digitized models in Autodesk Revit. One Seamless Constructible Workflow. Trimble SysQue - Duct Construct. Stay Current With Managed Content Work from a continually evolving database of over eight million parts, and request additional content. Enhance Your Model. Use materials and sizes based on actual manufacturer products. Easily Collaborate With Project Stakeholders Work from one constructible model, from design through to construction. Improve Your Workflows. Feature-richness to accelerate LOD 400 detailing. Real-Time Accuracy, Real-World Applicability. Detail on Top of a Generic Revit Model. Leverage SysQue
ARES Commander:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Supported
SysQue:

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
ARES Commander:

Audience

Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Facility management, Infrastructure, Local authorities & Government, 2D Mechanical & Product design
SysQue:

Audience

Designers and contractors looking for a tool to design in Autodesk Revit with real world, manufacturing specific MEP content that is ready for fabrication
ARES Commander:

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
SysQue:

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
ARES Commander:

API

Offers API Supported
SysQue:

API

Offers API Not Supported
ARES Commander:

Screenshots and Videos

SysQue:

Screenshots and Videos

ARES Commander:

Pricing

$350.00/year
Annual Plan (1 year) for $350
3 Years Plan (3 years) for $700
Perpetual license from $950
Flex (network) license from $450 for 1 year or $1200 for Perpetual
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported
SysQue:

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
ARES Commander:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.0 / 5
SysQue:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 1.5 / 5
ease 2.5 / 5
features 2.0 / 5
design 2.0 / 5
support 2.0 / 5
ARES Commander:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Our company has been using AutoCAD before for more than 10 years. We found ARES Commander looking for cost savings and Perpetual licenses. Our 6 users could switch almost instantly. We liked also the ability to work on two computers or more. But most interestingly we see how year after year ARES is introducing new features for cloud, mobile and BIM that are making a big difference for us.

Cons

  • The software and the help files are in French but all the tutorial videos to learn new features are in English.
SysQue:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • The product I great to sending duct, and pipe for fabrication. I will create fabrication pieces as you draw.
  • Great salesmen - sold as a flawless tool - when in fact your company will become SysQue R&D department. Updates continually cause errors for things that were not part of what was supposed to be fixed.

Cons

  • Over 3 years, the product gets slower. Some issues don't get fixed. They have a plan for where they are taking the product but it doesn't line up with what the customers want. The program has the ability to update content but the updates will screw up custom user settings and then they have to be redone. We don't often see direct fixes to issues. Users are told it will be worked on for the next update so users have to deal with the issue for 2-3 months or more and manage the error themselves.
  • Terrible execution of the product - always a problem that SysQue is aware of that never gets fixed. Operators must figure out issues on their own.... if they ever figure it out.
ARES Commander:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
SysQue:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported
ARES Commander:

Company Information

Graebert
Founded: 1977
Germany
www.graebert.com
SysQue:

Company Information

Trimble
Founded: 1978
United States
mep.trimble.com
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ARES Commander:

Categories

3D Modeling Supported
Architectural CAD Supported
Architecture Supported
CAD Supported
SysQue:

Categories

3D Modeling Supported
BIM Supported
Electrical Design Supported
MEP Supported
ARES Commander:

3D Modeling Features

2D Drawing Supported
Animation Not Supported
Annotations Supported
Bill of Materials Not Supported
Character Modeling Not Supported
Collaboration Tools Supported
Component Library Not Supported
Data Import / Export Not Supported
For 3D Printing Supported
For Architects Supported
For Manufacturers Supported
Reference Management Not Supported
Simulation Not Supported

Architectural CAD Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Architectural Symbol Library Not Supported
Automatic Formatting Not Supported
BIM Modeling Supported
Comparison View Supported
Design Templates Not Supported
Drafting Supported

Architecture Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Bills of material Supported
BIM Modeling Not Supported
Building Information Modeling Supported
Client Management Not Supported
Contact Management Not Supported
Contract Management Not Supported
Document Management Not Supported
Drafting Supported
Manufacturing Design Data Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Proposal Management Not Supported
Quotes/Proposals Not Supported
Visualization / Presentation Supported

CAD Features

2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported
2D Drawing Supported
3-Axis Milling Not Supported
3D Modeling Supported
4-Axis Milling Not Supported
5-Axis Milling Not Supported
Civil Supported
Collaboration Supported
Database Connectivity Not Supported
Design Analysis Not Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Supported
Hole Making Not Supported
Mechanical Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Not Supported
Simulate Cycles Not Supported
Spiral Output Not Supported
Structural Engineering Not Supported
Toolpath Simulation Not Supported
User Defined Cycles Not Supported
SysQue:

3D Modeling Features

2D Drawing Supported
Animation Supported
Annotations Supported
Bill of Materials Not Supported
Character Modeling Not Supported
Collaboration Tools Supported
Component Library Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
For 3D Printing Supported
For Architects Supported
For Manufacturers Supported
Reference Management Supported
Simulation Supported

BIM Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Change Management Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Conflict Tracking Supported
Design Modeling Supported
Document Management Supported
For Facility Management Not Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Scheduling Supported

Electrical Design Features

CAD Tools Supported
Change Management Not Supported
Collaboration Supported
Compliance Management Not Supported
Document Generation Supported
Drag & Drop Supported
Electrical Parts Catalog Supported
Functions / Calculations Supported
One Line Diagram Supported
PLC Tools Not Supported
Reusable Designs Supported
Symbol Library Supported
ARES Commander:

Integrations

Revit Supported
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Supported
Box Supported
Connect Not Supported
Dropbox Supported
Google Drive Supported
Microsoft OneDrive Supported
Microsoft SharePoint Supported
Onshape Supported
SysQue:

Integrations

Revit Supported
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Not Supported
Box Not Supported
Connect Supported
Dropbox Not Supported
Google Drive Not Supported
Microsoft OneDrive Not Supported
Microsoft SharePoint Not Supported
Onshape Not Supported
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