Many of the software mentioned in the discussion are computing software and not drawing software (for example see robots), some are many dated, others are never taken off, failing to develop and spread. in my opinion the specific cads to consider for carpentry design are only 5:
1. autodesk structural detailing: a discreet modeling product, a bit lacunous in the table, but costs less than competition. in fact with 5'500 euros you get the license of autocad, revit structure and structural detailing. an entry level product
2. teconometal: great for discreet modeling for table putting. It also has full compliance with the Italian profiles, always updated to Italian law. 7'000 euros + 5'000 (autocad license) =12'000 euros. a discreet product.
3. graitec advance steel: great for modeling and putting on the table. still not translated for the Italian language and codes, but still, more than usable. 8'000 euros + 5'000 (autocad license) =13'000 euros. a great product.
4. tekla: excellent for modeling and tableing, perfectly adapted to the Italian language and codes. Longer learning times than previous ones, its independence from autocad brings well-known advantages and disadvantages. 20'000 euros for one of the best products on the market especially for large structures of high complexity.
5. strucad: they refer me great for modeling and putting on the table, is analogous to tekla, but less widespread in our country. cost 15'000 euros.