ZWCAD Professional
ZWCAD Professional is CAD software for 2D drafting and advanced 3D navigation, with DWG and other common-format compatibility.
What ZWCAD Professional is
ZWCAD Professional is CAD software for 2D drafting and advanced 3D navigation, with DWG and other common-format compatibility. The Professional version adds 3D modeling, point-cloud editing, GIS, raster-to-vector conversion, and full API capabilities. Design tools include parametric design, Flexiblock, sheet-set management, PDF import, file comparison, and area tables. DWG, DWF, DWFx, DWT, DWS, DXF, PDF, and DGN formats are listed for import or export as specified. Integrations and third-party development can use LISP, VBA, ZRX, and .NET APIs. ZWCAD supports construction documents, rendering tools, and IFC. A 30-day trial provides all Professional functions without a fee or credit card, though downloading requires a ZWSOFT account. Licensing is offered as standalone or network, with a perpetual option providing lifetime access without recurring subscription fees. Listed plans include Professional Standalone at $1,399 a month, Professional Network at $1,549 a month, and Professional at $1,399, paid once; the page notes MSRP excludes VAT and yearly maintenance. ZWCAD is available for Windows, while ZWCAD Mobile supports iOS and Android viewing, editing, measuring, annotating, and printing of DWG files. The maker is headquartered in Guangzhou, China, and was founded in 1998.
Good
- 2D drafting and 3D modeling
- Point cloud, GIS, and raster conversion
- Broad DWG and format compatibility
- LISP, VBA, ZRX, and .NET APIs
- 30-day full-function trial
Watch out
- No free plan
- Listed pricing is high and varies by license
- Windows download requires a ZWSOFT account
- Yearly maintenance fee is separate
Who it suits
ZWCAD Professional suits architects, engineers, and designers needing 2D/3D CAD, construction documentation, rendering, IFC, or specialized data tools. Windows users can choose standalone or network licensing, with mobile DWG work available separately.
Verdict
ZWCAD Professional covers drafting, modeling, conversion, point-cloud, GIS, and API workflows with standalone or network licensing. Its trial allows evaluation, but buyers should confirm the applicable license price, VAT, and maintenance costs.
Plans and prices
From ZWCAD Professional's own pricing page, checked 20 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Professional — Standalone | $1,399 a month | 2D drafting · 3D modeling · Point Cloud · GIS · Raster to Vector Conversion · Full API capabilities · Standalone license |
| Professional — Standalone | $1,399, paid once | 2D drafting · 3D modeling · Point Cloud · GIS · Raster to Vector Conversion · Full API capabilities · Standalone license |
| Professional — Network | $1,549 a month | 2D drafting · 3D modeling · Point Cloud · GIS · Raster to Vector Conversion · Full API capabilities · Network license; multiple users on the same TCP/IP network can share licenses |
| Professional — Network | $1,549, paid once | 2D drafting · 3D modeling · Point Cloud · GIS · Raster to Vector Conversion · Full API capabilities · Network license; multiple users on the same TCP/IP network can share licenses |
| ZWCAD Professional | $1,399, paid once | Standalone: one user on one machine at a time · Network: multiple users on the same TCP/IP network share licenses · 2D/3D drafting and modeling · full API capabilities · Perpetual license; page shows $1,399 and $1,549 (MSRP does not include VAT or yearly maintenance fee). |
The facts
Each one read from ZWCAD Professional's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Design tools
- Features include parametric design, Flexiblock, point cloud editing, sheet set management, PDF import, file comparison and area tables.checked 8 Oct 2026
- File compatibility
- The version comparison lists DWG, DWF, DWFx, DWT, DWS and DXF import and export, plus PDF and DGN import and export.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Integrations and APIs
- ZWCAD supports integration or development of third-party applications through LISP, VBA, ZRX and .NET APIs.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- ZWSOFT describes ZWCAD as serving architects, engineers and designers and as supporting collaboration across industries.checked 8 Oct 2026
- License model
- A perpetual license provides lifetime access without recurring subscription fees, and licenses are offered as standalone or network licenses.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Mobile companion
- ZWCAD Mobile is listed for iOS and Android and supports viewing, editing, measuring, annotating and printing DWG files.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Parametric modeling
- Yeschecked 20 Sep 2026
- Product
- ZWCAD is CAD software for 2D drafting and advanced 3D navigation, with compatibility for DWG and other common formats.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Professional features
- The Professional version includes Standard features plus 3D modeling tools, point cloud, GIS, raster-to-vector conversion, and full API capabilities.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Requirements
- The listed minimum requirements include Windows 7 SP1, 2 GB RAM, 2 GB free space each on the OS and installation drives, and a 1 GB graphics card supporting OpenGL 4.2.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Security
- ZWCAD features a digital signature function described as ensuring the original and reliable source of drawing data.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Support and upgrades
- The yearly maintenance plan includes update packages, the next annual official version, and advanced technical support from ZWSOFT; it is available only for the current version.checked 8 Oct 2026
The company
- Founded
- 1998checked 4 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Guangzhou, Chinachecked 4 Oct 2026
Money
- Free plan
- Nochecked 20 Sep 2026
- Trial
- ZWCAD offers a 30-day free trial with access to all Professional functions and no fee or credit card information required.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Trial download requirement
- Downloading requires signing up for or logging in to a ZWSOFT account.checked 8 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Platform
- The download center lists ZWCAD for Windows, with 64-bit downloads for versions 2024, 2025 and 2026.checked 8 Oct 2026
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