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CADian
What CADian is
CADian is a Windows desktop CAD solution for 2D and 3D drafting and design. It supports bidirectional DWG compatibility from AutoCAD R14 through the latest version, along with DXF, PDF underlays, and batch printing. Its interface and command structure are described as similar to AutoCAD. Professional plans include 2D and 3D work, LISP, and utilities such as batch text conversion, area calculation, and Osnap bookmarking. The maker lists construction, mechanical design, and civil engineering applications, plus add-ons for architecture, plant, duct, and other specialized workflows. Classic plans are 2D only and exclude LISP and third-party products. Prices include CADian 2026 Classic - 1 Year at $260 a year and Professional - 1 Year at $315 a year, with other three-year and perpetual options. A 30-day trial is available for CADian 2025 Classic.
Who it suits
CADian suits Windows users creating 2D or 3D drawings in construction, mechanical design, or civil engineering. Professional is the relevant tier for 3D, LISP, and utilities.
What it does well
- Bidirectional DWG compatibility
- Supports 2D and 3D in Professional
- LISP and utilities in Professional
- DXF, PDF underlay, and batch printing
- 30-day Classic trial
What to know first
- Windows 64-bit only
- Classic plans are 2D only
- Classic excludes LISP and third-party products
- Paid plans start at $260 a year
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CADian 2026 Classic - 1 Year | $260/Perpetual · Windows 64-bit only · 2D only · LISP and third-party products unavailable | $260 a year |
| CADian 2026 Professional - 1 Year | $315/Perpetual · Windows 64-bit only · 2D and 3D · LISP and utilities | $315 a year |
| CADian 2026 Classic - 3 Year | $560/Perpetual · Windows 64-bit only · 2D only · LISP and third-party products unavailable | $560 a year |
| CADian 2026 Classic - Perpetual | $630/Perpetual · Windows 64-bit only · 2D only · LISP and third-party products unavailable · lifetime license | $630, paid once |
| CADian 2026 Professional - 3 Year | $750/Perpetual · Windows 64-bit only · 2D and 3D · LISP and utilities | $750 a year |
| CADian 2026 Professional - Perpetual | $840/Perpetual · Windows 64-bit only · 2D and 3D · LISP and utilities · lifetime license | $840, paid once |
As cadian.com lists them, read 8 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
CADian provides Windows CAD drafting with broad DWG compatibility and separate Classic and Professional capabilities. Choose carefully between the 2D-only Classic limits and Professional features such as 3D and LISP.
Facts from CADian's own pages
- 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
- Founded
- 1990 · cadian.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Seoul, Republic of Korea · cadian.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Industry applications
- The maker lists applications for industries including construction, mechanical design, and civil engineering. · 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
- Network licensing
- Network licenses require a Network License Server and CADian Pro. · 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
- Product
- CADian is a CAD solution for 2D and 3D drafting and design. · 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
- 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
- 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
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