Packaging Dieline vs Print CAD
Packaging Dieline
packagingdieline.com
Print CAD
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| Figure | Packaging Dieline | Print CAD |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $19/mo | $495/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Spec score · Packaging Design Software | 7.9 (#11) | 7.5 (#18) |
| 3D preview | The product does not provide a 3D preview and says it is not the right tool for users who need one. | Print CAD generates a 3D packaging model from an existing dieline and supports folding and unfolding animations. |
| Support | Support says every question reaches a person and provides help for geometry, files and API use. | The pricing page lists support response targets of 8 hours for Starter, 1–8 hours for Growth, and 15 minutes–4 hours for Enterprise. |
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In their own words
Packaging Dieline
Packaging Dieline is a browser-based editor for creating parametric packaging dielines and exporting print-ready artwork. It provides 18 box templates spanning cartons, mailers, trays, bottle carriers, bags and displays. You set length, width, height, board caliper and safe area, then choose internal, external or die-cut dimensions. Exports are vector PDF, AI, SVG or DXF at true size in millimetres, with cut, fold and safe-area geometry separated into layers. Drawing works without installation or an account, and exports are unlimited, unmetered, uncapped, unwatermarked and not downsampled on any tier. The free plan includes four styles; Studio adds all styles, batch runs, saved presets and a caliper library. Team adds shared libraries, SSO, central billing, a JSON API and custom structure addition. There is no 3D preview.