Download Design - Best Software & Apps

AutoCAD2017

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

The industry standard CAD design package

3853 votes

PROS: Design in 2D and 3D, Packed with features, Create and edit DWG files across platforms, Lots of customisation features
CONS: Requires very powerful hardware, Very large download file

Adobe Illustrator CC2017

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Industry standard design suite

3687 votes

PROS: Fully documented, Includes templates, Excellent set of tools for vectorial design, Integrated into Creative Cloud
CONS: May feel a bit complex for beginners

Dev-C++beta 9.2 (4.9.9.2) 5.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Community Created Design Studio

3059 votes

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CorelDRAW Graphics SuiteX8

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

One of the most complete graphic design programs

7839 votes

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PROS: Great selection of tools, Covers different areas: page layout, photo editing, vector drawing, Clean, intuitive interface design, Very well documented
CONS: May be hard for beginners, Not enough integration between apps

QQ MessengerInternational 1.6

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Complete IM client with cute design and great features

735 votes

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PROS: Clear, nicely designed interface, Lots of customization options, Support for text, voice and video chats, Usual IM features: smileys, nudges, file sharing..., Extra tools like remote control, screen capture and video recording
CONS: Sometimes adding contacts is difficult, You can't download new interface themes, Number ID for contacts: not very user-friendly!

Adobe Dreamweaver CC2017

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

The industry standard for web design

2255 votes

PROS: Packed with powerful tools , Excellent multimedia integration, Support for many coding languages, Improved CSS inspection, Integration with WordPress, Joomla! etc, Writes good clean code
CONS: Lengthy installation process , Takes a while for beginners to get to grips with, Requires Creative Suite subscription

AutoCAD 3602.0.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone; Web Apps

Advanced computer-aided design software for smartphone users

326 votes

PROS: AutoCAD 360 is one of the most advanced graphic design tools on the market today., Users can opt to participate in a free seven-day trial.
CONS: This bundle is intended to be used by those with prior experience., In-app purchases can prove to be quite expensive.

Adobe Creative Cloud1.0.0.181

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac; Android; iPhone

Free cloud-based online storage app

201 votes

PROS: Free download, Automatic sharing
CONS: Limited free use, Some issues with batch downloading

Adobe InDesign CC2017

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

A new standard in professional layout and design

1371 votes

PROS: Professional application with great results, Collaborative online tools, Very well documented
CONS: Steep learning curve

Ringtone Maker0.5.6

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; Windows Phone; iPhone; Symbian

Create free custom ringtones for your smartphone

231 votes

PROS: Clean user interface, Edit songs yourself
CONS: Contains ads, Android is slow to update music database

Autodesk 3ds Max2017

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Esteemed professional 3D design and animation app

1389 votes

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PROS: Advanced pelt mapping feature, Plenty of high-powered modelling tools, Gives you pixel-perfect control over your models
CONS: Proves very overwhelming for newcomers to 3D modelling

EasyWorship2009 1.9

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Design Programme for Church Administrators

555 votes

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PROS: Lots of time saving functions, Various aspects of running a church can be monitored, Saves all the information in one place
CONS: Could pose problems for those who are technologically challenged

Inkscape0.92.3

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

A Top-Quality Graphic Design Software that’s Free

1266 votes

PROS: A great tool to get started, Free tool; easy and quick to download and install
CONS: Processing can be speedier, Large file handling could be unstable

Adobe XDvaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac; Android; iPhone

Free App for Design Lovers

7 votes

PROS: Clean and intuitive interface, Ideal for interface designers
CONS: No layer panel tools, No styles and symbols

Logo Design StudioPro 4.5.00

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Powerful logo design tool with thousands of templates

358 votes

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PROS: More than 5,000 templates included, Covers many professional areas, Easy to use
CONS: Basic editor, Unstable

Adobe FireworksCS6

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Accelerate web design and development

1028 votes

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PROS: Create any graphic for the web, from buttons to complete layouts, Works with other Adobe applications, Includes many new templates
CONS: Like all Adobe apps, requires time and effort to learn

Sweet Home 3D5.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Design your ideal home on your PC

2500 votes

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PROS: Easy to use, Excellent 3D walkarounds, Lots of furniture to choose from, Handles round rooms and walls, Auto-recovery from crashes
CONS: Graphics aren't great, Not many preferences

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3Demo 1.1

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; iPhone

Design and test your own amusement park

3345 votes

DreamPlan Home Design Software3.10

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

196 votes

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Photoshop 13.0.4 update for CS6

License: free Download
Platform: Mac

A Free Design & Photography program for Mac

139 votes

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Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	RollerCoaster Tycoon 3	Demo 1.1	3345	6.9	Windows, iPhone
2	Dev-C++	beta 9.2 (4.9.9.2) 5.0	3059	6.7	Windows
3	CorelDRAW Graphics Suite	X8	7839	6.6	Windows
4	AutoCAD	2017	3853	6.3	Windows, Mac
5	Adobe Illustrator CC	2017	3687	6.2	Windows, Mac

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3

Demo 1.1

3345

6.9

Windows, iPhone

Dev-C++

beta 9.2 (4.9.9.2) 5.0

3059