
Although both software packages will run on either platform, VWorks was designed to run on a Mac and ACAD was designed to run on a PC, so the equipment currently in use at your school may play a role in your decision as well.īob is correct about the cost. The debate over which is better is as old as the Mac vs PC debate, and each piece of software has advantages and disadvantages.


Typically in the profession, lighting designers migrate toward VWorks, while scenic designers and technical directors migrate towards ACAD.

Have a look at both Vectorworks and AutoCAD, as they are both used in the entertainment industry.
