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KASEMAKE vs Print CAD

Both stand on packaging design software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

KASEMAKE

Free trial Windows

KASEMAKE covers packaging design from templates and dielines through 3D presentation, costing, and die-making output. Its paid Windows subscriptions include support and updates, while enterprise connections add cost.

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Print CAD

Free trial Web

Print CAD combines structural packaging design, dieline testing, 3D previews, and production output in a web platform. Its paid plans and plan-specific Print CAD Designer availability should be reviewed before requesting a trial.

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The facts

KASEMAKEPrint CAD
Free planA free trialA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWindowsWeb
Lowest paid planFree or on requestStarter: $495 a month
Plans published23
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteagcad.co.ukprintnow.com
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KASEMAKE: what it does well

  • More than 1,000 customisable templates
  • Real-time 3D visualisation and ray-tracing
  • Illustrator and CorelDRAW artwork links
  • Material optimisation and costing tools
  • Technical support and software updates included

What to know first

  • Windows application only
  • Starts at £175/mo
  • 14-day trial requires approval
  • MIS/ERP connection costs extra

Print CAD: what it does well

  • Parametric tools support packaging constraints and variables
  • Imports dielines from named CAD sources
  • Provides 3D folding and unfolding previews
  • Exports spot-color PDFs for production checks
  • Supports online calculators and customer adjustments

What to know first

  • No free plan
  • Starter lists Print CAD Designer as not included
  • Growth costs $995 a month
  • Enterprise pricing is custom

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