GstarCAD vs ZWCAD Professional
Both are on the CAD Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
| GstarCAD | ZWCAD Professional | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #4 8.0 | #7 7.2 |
| Maker | GstarCAD | ZWCAD Professional |
| Starts at | $239 a year | $1,399 a month |
| Free | Free trial | Free trial |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone/iPad, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Standard: $749 a month Professional: $949 a month Premium: $1,120 a month GstarCAD 2027 Standard: $239 a year | Professional — Standalone: $1,399 a month Professional — Standalone: $1,399 once Professional — Network: $1,549 a month Professional — Network: $1,549 once |
| Verdict | GstarCAD offers 2D and 3D drafting with DWG and DXF support, a large toolset, and several licensing routes. Its 2027 annual plans start at 239.00 USD per year, with VAT and service fees excluded. | ZWCAD Professional brings drafting, modeling, data, and API tools into a paid CAD license. Review the license format and system requirements, and use the trial to assess the Professional functions before buying. |
| Visit GstarCAD | Visit ZWCAD Professional |