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AVA CAD/CAM

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Spec score 7.2 #16 of 23 in Pattern Design Software

What it is

AVA CAD/CAM is paid macOS software for decorative and textile printing, covering design through production. It provides colour separation tools for simple patterns, complex watercolours and textures, plus colourway development for digital and screen printing. Seamless repeat work supports drops, steps and mirrors, with vector editing and exports to PSD, PSB, ASE and TIFF. AVA is designed to complement Adobe Photoshop and exchanges PSD, PSB and ASE files. AVA Suite includes Magic Retouch, which fills removed areas from surrounding visual data, and an AI colourway generator driven by text prompts. Output can use PrintFactory, a dedicated driver or the AVA TIFF Driver with third-party RIP software. AVA Suite requires macOS 14.0 Sonoma or newer. Cloud Keys provide license access on a compatible Mac with internet; after launch, software can run offline for up to 24 hours. Modules, training and buy-versus-lease choices determine package pricing, which is available on request. The company is headquartered in Macclesfield, Cheshire, UK.

Spec sheet

Purpose
AVA is specialist software for decorative and textile printing, covering workflows from design through production.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Privacy
AVA's privacy policy says it may collect contact details, website browsing behavior, software version and crash reports, and anonymous statistics about software feature use.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Support
The Development Plan includes unlimited technical support, software updates, and access to AVA Assist; the company also offers phone, email, and remote support.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Headquarters
AVA lists its address as King Edward House, 1 Jordangate, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 1EE, UK.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Adobe integration
AVA is designed to complement Adobe Photoshop and supports PSD, PSB, and ASE files for file exchange.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
AI features
AVA Suite includes Magic Retouch, which uses surrounding visual data to fill removed design areas, and an AI colourway generator that accepts text prompts.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Cloud licensing
Cloud Keys let users access their license on a compatible Mac with internet access, and AVA says it can run offline for up to 24 hours after launch while connected.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Design and colour
AVA offers colour separation tools for simple patterns, complex watercolours, and textures, for colourways, digital printing, and screen printing.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Intended industries
AVA describes its focus as textile printing and decorative printing for surfaces such as flooring, wallcoverings, and ceramics.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Legacy RIP limit
AVA Digital Print RIP will not be updated with AVA Suite, and AVA advises users to discuss migration to PrintFactory or another RIP solution.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Modular packages
Customers can choose software modules to suit their individual requirements, and the package price depends on modules, training, and whether they buy or lease.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Platform requirement
AVA Suite requires macOS 14.0 Sonoma or newer.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Print integrations
AVA supports output through its PrintFactory partnership and dedicated driver, or through the AVA TIFF Driver to third-party RIP software.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Training
AVA offers tailored in-person and remote training, including one-to-one sessions and group sessions for up to four people.Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com

Plans and prices

Lease Price not published Usually renewable annually; includes Development Plan cover, e-training and support. Software stops working if the lease is not renewed · Package and price depend on customer requirements Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Outright purchase Price not published Perpetual license; first year of Development Plan cover included; optional continuation costs 20% per annum of the software list price. Module package and price depend on customer requirements · Support for older software versions is unavailable after Development Plan cover expires Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports drops, steps and mirror repeats
  • Includes vector and colourway tools
  • Offers AI retouch and colourway generation
  • Exchanges PSD, PSB and ASE files
  • Provides phone, email and remote support

Limits

  • Requires macOS 14.0 Sonoma or newer
  • Pricing depends on modules and purchase model
  • Legacy Digital Print RIP will not be updated
  • No free plan

Who it suits

It suits textile and decorative-printing teams working on repeats, colour separations and production output. Buyers needing modular packages, Photoshop exchange or tailored training can request a configuration.

Verdict

AVA CAD/CAM targets specialist textile and surface-print workflows rather than general design. Its modular licensing and production integrations offer flexibility, but buyers must request pricing and plan around the stated macOS and RIP limits.

Where Specifiction places it

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