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I haven't really tried them, but the word of mouth seems to go along with the comments here about 3rd-PlanIt or CadRail being the best two. I've used Atlas' EZ Track and found it adequate for small stuff and relatively easy to use (plus the price is right). I've designed my current layout in AutoCad because I had it. I definately like the precision available and haven't had any of the track glitches I did with paper designs. I also like the ability fo create building footprints and drop them in and move them arround for clearances. Plus the ability to create layers and try out alternate ideas which I can turn on and off at the click of a button is nice. <br /> <br />The ability to switch from a small scale overview to a real size template with a button click is probably it's best feature.
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