Packaging Dieline vs VPack

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.

VPack is ERPA Systeme GmbH’s 3D CAD/CAM software for designing product packaging, displays, folding boxes and related packaging. It links flat 2D dielines with folded 3D views in real time. A library contains 1,300 patterns for solid and corrugated board, including FEFCO, ECMA and PHARMA standards. Semi-automated construction and company-specific parameters support customized designs. Importing a product’s 3D model can generate a matching insert cross-section. Analysis covers material consumption, waste, line lengths and other production information. VPack exports interactive 3D PDF and HTML presentations with folding animation. It connects with common high-performance cutters for prototypes and digital short runs, and ERPA says it integrates with VKalk and EDB servers and can provide data to merchandise systems and online shops. Windows 10/11, Mac and Linux are listed; ERPA recommends a premium OpenGL Quadro graphics card for 3D. Pricing requires contacting ERPA.