Tech riderRev. 8 Oct 2026
- 1Runs onWindows
- 2Costsfree trial · paid from $21.67/mo
- 3Native DWG supportYes
- 4DXF supportYes
- 5PDF underlayYes
- 6Batch printingYes
- 7Primary platformdesktop
7 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: cadian.com
Overview
CADian is ranked #29 of 42 in 2D CAD software on Specifiction. It runs on Windows. There is no free plan. A free trial is offered. Paid plans start at $21.67/mo.
CADian plans and pricing
All plansCADian 2026 Classic - 1 Year $260/yr $260/Perpetual Windows 64-bit only · 2D only · LISP and third-party products unavailable cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
CADian 2026 Professional - 1 Year $315/yr $315/Perpetual Windows 64-bit only · 2D and 3D · LISP and utilities cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
CADian 2026 Classic - 3 Year $560/yr $560/Perpetual Windows 64-bit only · 2D only · LISP and third-party products unavailable cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
CADian 2026 Classic - Perpetual $630 once $630/Perpetual Windows 64-bit only · 2D only · LISP and third-party products unavailable · lifetime license cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
CADian 2026 Professional - 3 Year $750/yr $750/Perpetual Windows 64-bit only · 2D and 3D · LISP and utilities cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
CADian 2026 Professional - Perpetual $840 once $840/Perpetual Windows 64-bit only · 2D and 3D · LISP and utilities · lifetime license cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
Compared on 2D CAD software
- Free plan
- Nocadian.com
- Native DWG support
- Yescadian.com
- DXF support
- Yescadian.com
- PDF underlay
- Yescadian.com
- Batch printing
- Yescadian.com
- Primary platform
- desktopcadian.com
Facts
- Product
- CADian is a CAD solution for 2D and 3D drafting and design.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- CAD compatibility
- The maker says CADian supports bidirectional compatibility with DWG drawings from AutoCAD R14 through the latest version.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Familiar interface
- CADian offers an interface and command structure similar to AutoCAD.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Programming and utilities
- CADian supports LISP, APIs, and utilities including batch text conversion, area calculation, and Osnap bookmarking.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Industry applications
- The maker lists applications for industries including construction, mechanical design, and civil engineering.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Third-party solutions
- The maker offers third-party add-ons for architecture, plant and duct design, and other specialized workflows.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Trial
- The download page labels CADian 2025 Classic as a 30-day free trial.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Platform requirements
- The CADian 2026 download listings specify Windows 10 64-bit or higher, an Intel i5 or AMD Ryzen 3 or higher, and at least 8 GB RAM.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Network licensing
- Network licenses require a Network License Server and CADian Pro.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Security and certification
- The maker says CADian has GS certification and lists the products as certified by TTA Good Software.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker offers one-to-one remote technical support and lists [email protected] for support inquiries.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
- License limitation
- CADian Classic is 2D only, and its product listing says LISP and third-party products are unavailable.cadian.com · 8 Oct 2026
Company
- Founded
- 1990cadian.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Seoul, Republic of Koreacadian.com · 28 Sept 2026
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Where it ranks on Specifiction
- Best 2D CAD Software in 2026#29 of 42
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Sources
- cadian.com/en/· checked 8 Oct 2026
- cadian.com/en/product.php· checked 8 Oct 2026
- cadian.com/en/m21.php· checked 8 Oct 2026