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Carbide Create

Carbide Create

software
★★★★★4.2(453 reviews)

About

CAD/CAM software for CNC routers offering 2D/2.5D design, toolpath generation, and machining simulation. Pro version adds 3D modeling.

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Pros

  • +Free Core version fully featured for 2D/2.5D work
  • +Intuitive interface familiar to Adobe Illustrator users

Cons

  • -Core version limited to Carbide 3D machines only
  • -Desktop-only with no web or mobile versions
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Details

HeadquartersTorrance, CA
Typesoftware

Pricing

Model

freemium

Platforms

macwindows

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