Familiar interface & commands
Ribbon, command line and shortcuts match your existing habits. CAD users are productive immediately: zero learning curve.
Genuine licensed CAD software
ZWCAD 2026: Professional CAD, at about 1/3 of AutoCAD’s 3-year cost
100% DWG/DXF compatible, familiar interface and commands, perpetual license: buy once, use forever.
10,000+ Vietnamese businesses · Perpetual license · Local technical support
ZWCAD 2026 Professional: [First_Floor_Plan.dwg]
90+ countries trust ZWCAD
1.4 million+ users worldwide
100% DWG compatible
24/7 technical support
Why engineers choose ZWCAD
All the power of professional CAD software: the only thing you trade away is cost.
100% DWG/DXF compatible: your data stays intact
Reads and writes DWG/DXF natively, every version, no conversion needed. Blocks, layers, Xrefs and layouts are preserved when exchanging files with AutoCAD users.
- Open & save DWG / DXF / DWT, any version
- Export PDF, PNG, JPG: import IFC data
- Fonts, dimension styles and plot scales preserved
Professional 2D drafting, precise plotting
A complete 2D drafting, editing and annotation toolset: hatches, dimensions, multileaders and tables: plus the familiar Plot dialog for true-to-scale output.
- Full Hatch, Dimension, Table and Field tools
- Smart Plot: batch plotting by drawing frame
- Visual Layer & Properties management
3D modeling & smart tools
Solid 3D modeling in the Professional edition; view and manage BIM/IFC data right inside the DWG environment. Smart tools save hours every week.
- 3D solid creation and editing
- Import and browse IFC structure & attributes
- Smart Dimension, Smart Match, Smart Plot
High performance
Multi-core optimized graphics engine: fast loading of large files, smooth pan and zoom on drawings with tens of thousands of entities.
LISP / VBA / .NET / ZRX APIs
LISP routines run unmodified. The ARX-like ZRX API makes migrating plug-ins and in-house tools straightforward.
Perpetual license
Buy once, use forever: no annual subscription fees. Save hundreds of millions of dong over a few years of use.
Quick comparison: ZWCAD vs AutoCAD
Same daily work: the difference is the cost of ownership.
| ZWCAD Professional | AutoCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership model | Perpetual license: buy once, use forever | Subscription: stop paying, stop using |
| Cost | 33.25M VND/license (one-time, excl. VAT) | ~39M VND/year (reseller price incl. VAT), every year |
| Cost after 5 years | 33.25M VND (yearly maintenance optional) | ~195M VND |
| DWG/DXF compatibility | 100%: native read/write | 100% (native format) |
| Relearning time | Practically zero: same interface & commands | — |
| LISP / extension APIs | LISP runs directly; VBA/.NET/ZRX | LISP; VBA/.NET/ARX |
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Detailed pricing
Genuine perpetual licenses: pay once, use for life.
ZWCAD Standard 2026
Complete 2D solution for technical drawings
20.520.000₫
/ standalone perpetual license
Network license: 22.572.000₫
- Complete 2D drawing, editing and annotation tools
- Import/Export DWG, DXF, DWT, PDF, DGN
- Smart Mouse / Voice / Select / Plot
- Sheet Set Manager, File Compare, Flexiblock
- LISP customization
- Lifetime technical support in Vietnamese
ZWCAD Professional 2026
2D + 3D modeling with full APIs
33.250.000₫
/ standalone perpetual license
Network license: 36.575.000₫
- Everything in ZWCAD Standard
- 3D Solid, Mesh & Surface modeling, rendering
- Import RVT, IFC and STEP files
- Point Cloud, GIS, image-to-vector conversion
- Smart Match / Similar Search
- Full APIs: LISP, VBA, ZRX/ARX, .NET
ZWCAD MFG 2026
Professional + mechanical toolset for manufacturing
40.375.000₫
/ standalone perpetual license
Network license: 44.412.500₫
- Everything in ZWCAD Professional
- Multi-standard part library
- Automatic balloons & BOM
- Power Dimension, mechanical annotations
- Feature tools: threads, holes, shafts, gears…
- AutoCAD® Mechanical compatibility
Prices exclude VAT and annual maintenance. Contact us for a better price.
Yearly Maintenance Plan · Upgrade Plan · Volume discounts: contact us
Detailed edition comparison
Compare ZWCAD Standard, Professional and MFG 2026 features, based on ZWSOFT’s official comparison chart.
| Feature | ZWCAD Standard 2026 20.520.000₫ | ZWCAD Professional 2026 33.250.000₫ | ZWCAD MFG 2026 40.375.000₫ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | |||
| Import and Export DWG, DWF, DWFx, DWT, DWS, DXF | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Import and Export PDF, DGN | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Import IFC 1 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Import RVT files 2 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Import STEP | No | Yes | Yes |
| Interface and interaction | |||
| Classic and Ribbon interface | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| User interface customization (CUI) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Floating document tabs | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tool palettes, Properties palette, Design Center | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 2D drafting | |||
| 2D drawing tools (Line, Circle, Rectangle…) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 2D editing tools (Move, Copy, Trim…) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 2D annotation (Dimension, Text, Leader, Table…) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| References (Block, Underlay, Image Attach…) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Plot and publish (Plot, Publish, Export, eTransmit…) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced features | |||
| Parametric Design 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Match / Similar Search | No | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Mouse / Voice / Select / Plot | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ZWCAD Toolbox | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flexiblock | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Drawing View | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Image to vector conversion | No | Yes | Yes |
| Point Cloud | No | Yes | Yes |
| GIS | No | Yes | Yes |
| Area Table | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| File Compare | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sheet Set Manager | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 3D modeling | |||
| Solid, Mesh & Surface Modeling | No | Yes | Yes |
| Photorealistic Rendering | No | Yes | Yes |
| 3D Gizmo | No | Yes | Yes |
| Visual Style | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ViewCube | No | Yes | Yes |
| 3D Orbit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Section View 2 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Programming | |||
| LISP Routines | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) | No | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime Extension (ZRX/ARX) | No | Yes | Yes |
| .NET | No | Yes | Yes |
| Mechanical features | |||
| Frame Management | No | No | Yes |
| Balloons & BOM | No | No | Yes |
| Drawing & Construction Tools | No | No | Yes |
| Detail Views | No | No | Yes |
| Hide View | No | No | Yes |
| Power Dimension | No | No | Yes |
| Technical Annotations | No | No | Yes |
| Technical Requirement Library | No | No | Yes |
| Multi-Standard Part Library | No | No | Yes |
| Components & Feature Tools (Threaded Fastener, Hole, Shaft, Gear…) | No | No | Yes |
| Calculation Tools (Moment of Inertia…) | No | No | Yes |
| Design Data Management | No | No | Yes |
| AutoCAD® Mechanical compatibility | No | No | Yes |
- 1 Starting with version 2026 1.1, the Standard edition no longer supports IFC-related features.
- 2 The Standard edition does not support RVT import or Section View.
- 3 The Standard edition does not support creating new constraints or using parametric features in the Block Editor.
- Since May 2025, ZWCAD MFG no longer supports CadProfi integration.
- Source: zwsoft.com/vn — updated 10/2026
Why buy from ZWCAD Vietnam?
We do not just sell licenses: we support you through the entire product lifecycle.
1
Genuine licenses from ZWSOFT
Original licenses with vendor certification, activated under your company name: complete peace of mind during software audits.
2
Full VAT invoicing
Contract, quotation and 10% VAT invoice with complete documentation for your accounting department.
3
Lifetime installation & technical support in Vietnamese
Remote installation, data migration and troubleshooting via hotline/Zalo/TeamViewer: free for the entire product lifecycle.
4
Same-day license delivery
Order confirmation and license key handover by email within the same business day, even for volume orders.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the most common questions before switching to ZWCAD.
Can I try ZWCAD for free?
Yes. ZWSOFT offers a free, fully featured 30-day trial of ZWCAD 2026, with no credit card or activation code required. Visit our Free trial page (zwcadvietnam.org/en/download/) to get the official installer link; our team will call to help with installation and support you throughout the trial.
Will my existing AutoCAD (.dwg) files open in ZWCAD?
Absolutely. ZWCAD reads and writes DWG/DXF natively, from legacy to the latest versions, with no conversion needed. Blocks, layers, layouts, Xrefs, dimension styles and fonts are all preserved. You can collaborate seamlessly with partners who use AutoCAD.
What are the minimum system requirements for ZWCAD?
According to ZWSOFT, the minimum requirements are: Windows 7 SP1 or later (64-bit build), Intel Pentium 4 1.5 GHz or equivalent AMD CPU, 2 GB RAM, 2 GB free on the OS drive plus 2 GB on the install drive, 1024×768 True Color display and a 1 GB graphics card with OpenGL 4.2. For complex drawings or 3D models, a faster CPU, more RAM and a dedicated graphics card are recommended.
What does the perpetual license include?
You pay once and own the right to use the purchased version forever, with no subscription fees. Buying from ZWCAD Vietnam gets you a genuine ZWSOFT license (standalone or network), installation and activation help, lifetime technical support in Vietnamese and a full VAT invoice. Listed prices exclude VAT (contact us for a better price); the Yearly Maintenance Plan or Upgrade Plan are optional add-ons.
How do I upgrade when a new ZWCAD version is released?
With an active Yearly Maintenance Plan, you can upgrade to the next annual release at no extra cost. Without one, you can keep using your current version indefinitely, and buy an Upgrade Plan to move to the latest release at any time.
Do my AutoCAD LISP routines, tools and plug-ins work in ZWCAD?
Most LISP routines run in ZWCAD directly without modification. VBA, .NET and ARX applications can be easily recompiled against the compatible ZRX API. Our technical team offers free assistance testing and migrating your company's in-house tools.
News & guides
Version updates, usage tips and migration experience.
August 14, 2026
Buy ZWCAD License: Process, Documents, Genuine Keys
How to buy ZWCAD license seats in Vietnam: quote, contract, VAT invoice, delivery, activation, maintenance, standalone vs network, and how to spot fake keys.
Read more →February 19, 2026
ZWCAD Automation Guide: LISP, Scripts, .NET and AI Agents
A practical guide to ZWCAD automation: working LISP and .scr examples, batch plotting, when to use VBA or .NET, and how to get AI agents to write the code.
Read more →January 15, 2026
What's New in ZWCAD 2026: 12 Features Worth Upgrading For
What's new in ZWCAD 2026: Parametric Design, Smart Match, Smart Plot, Toolbox, RVT import and 2026 point releases, sourced from ZWSOFT, plus an edition table.
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