CADian

Name: CADian
Price: 260 USD

Windows · paid plans from $21.67/mo

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Freedom report

One barScore 5.0

Free tierNo free tier on record
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely1 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

CADian is ranked #26 of 42 in 2D CAD software on Freedom251. 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 plans

CADian 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: No
Native DWG support: Yes
DXF support: Yes
PDF underlay: Yes
Batch printing: Yes
Primary platform: desktop

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The record

Product: CADian is a CAD solution for 2D and 3D drafting and design.
CAD compatibility: The maker says CADian supports bidirectional compatibility with DWG drawings from AutoCAD R14 through the latest version.
Familiar interface: CADian offers an interface and command structure similar to AutoCAD.
Programming and utilities: CADian supports LISP, APIs, and utilities including batch text conversion, area calculation, and Osnap bookmarking.
Industry applications: The maker lists applications for industries including construction, mechanical design, and civil engineering.
Third-party solutions: The maker offers third-party add-ons for architecture, plant and duct design, and other specialized workflows.
Trial: The download page labels CADian 2025 Classic as a 30-day free trial.
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.
Network licensing: Network licenses require a Network License Server and CADian Pro.
Security and certification: The maker says CADian has GS certification and lists the products as certified by TTA Good Software.
Support: The maker offers one-to-one remote technical support and lists [email protected] for support inquiries.
License limitation: CADian Classic is 2D only, and its product listing says LISP and third-party products are unavailable.
Founded: 1990
Headquarters: Seoul, Republic of Korea
Price from: $21.67/mo

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best 2D CAD Software in 2026#26 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