PACKZ vs VPack
PACKZ
hybridsoftware.com
VPack
erpa.deSide by side
| Figure | PACKZ | VPack |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Packaging Design Software | 8.1 (#5) | 7.4 (#20) |
| Headquarters | Ghent, Belgium | Göttingen, Germany |
| Integrations | The features page lists links to GMG OpenColor and matchmycolor Colibri for color management, and Arden Software and EngView Systems CAD libraries for nested step-and-repeat work. | VPack integrates with ERPA’s VKalk server for pricing calculations and online shop links, and with the EDB server for design data exchange. |
| Purpose | PACKZ is an all-in-one native PDF editor for prepress work on labels and packaging. | VPack is 3D CAD/CAM software for designing product packaging, displays, folding boxes, and other packaging. |
| Support | Hybrid Software recommends submitting support requests through its Service Center and provides regional hotlines for urgent issues. | ERPA provides a service team by phone and email, and its downloads page describes remote support using TeamViewer. |
Plans
In their own words
PACKZ
PACKZ is a PDF editor for preparing label and packaging artwork for print prepress. It edits PDF content while retaining layer, group and page structure rather than converting the file to an internal format. Pactions records interactive editing steps as reusable action lists. The application combines one-up editing with step-and-repeat layouts, including tabular, grid, nested and Packzimizer options. Variable data can include text, numbers, barcodes, images and color. Color tools include DeviceLink profiles, PANTONE Digital Color support, links to GMG OpenColor and matchmycolor Colibri, as well as trapping, preflight and quality-control views. Artwork warping and real-time 3D inspection support applications such as shrink sleeves and metal cans. PACKZ Max includes a Harlequin RIP for screening and output. PACKZ connects with CLOUDFLOW and MyCLOUDFLOW workflows and with Arden Software and EngView Systems CAD libraries. It runs on macOS and 64-bit Windows, but Windows Server is not supported. PACKZ pricing is available by contacting Hybrid Software or booking a demo. PACKZVIEW is a separate free app for previewing and inspecting production PDFs.
VPack
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.