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ABViewer
What it is
ABViewer lets users view, edit, measure, convert and print DWG and other CAD files, 3D models and raster images. It supports CAD, vector, 3D, complex, raster and archive formats, including DWG, DXF, STEP, IGES, PDF, STL, SVG and ZIP. Drawing tools cover layers, blocks, dimension and text styles, snapping, comments and markups. For 3D work, it measures distances, face heights, surface areas and curvilinear edge radii, and creates section views. Conversion can produce STL, OBJ, DWG/DXF and supported 2D formats; parametric models can also export to STEP and SAT/SAB. The software generates CNC G-code from 2D drawings. ABViewer runs on Linux and Windows, with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows version 16 downloads. Enterprise adds PDF-to-DWG/DXF conversion, batch processing, comparison and command-line features. A free 30-day trial is available; paid plans start at $30 a month.
For and against
For
- Supports DWG, DXF, STEP, IGES, PDF and STL
- Provides 2D markup and annotation tools
- Measures 3D geometry and creates section views
- Generates CNC G-code from 2D drawings
- Offers a free 30-day trial
Against
- No free plan is offered
- PDF-to-DWG conversion requires Enterprise
- Runs on Linux and Windows only
- Major-version upgrades on lifetime plans are optional and paid
The verdict
ABViewer combines broad CAD format support with 2D editing, 3D measurement and conversion tools. Its subscription and lifetime licensing options cover individual and floating use, while Enterprise reserves several batch and PDF conversion features.
Who it suits
ABViewer Professional is aimed at metalworking, CNC programming and machine-building users in shop-floor or office settings. It suits people who need CAD viewing, measurement, conversion and printing on Linux or Windows.
Plans and prices
Professional — user license, three-month subscription
one or two computers, not at the same time · license holder only · 5% off two or more licenses
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
Professional — floating license, three-month subscription
TCP/IP corporate network · simultaneous users limited by purchased licenses · 5% off two or more licenses
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
Professional — user license, one-year subscription
one or two computers, not at the same time · license holder only · 5% off two or more licenses
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
Professional — floating license, one-year subscription
TCP/IP corporate network · simultaneous users limited by purchased licenses · 5% off two or more licenses
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
Enterprise — one-year license
PDF-to-DWG/DXF conversion · batch conversion and print · file comparison · command line
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
Professional — user lifetime license
one or two computers, not at the same time · license holder only · major-version upgrades optional and paid
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
Professional — floating lifetime license
TCP/IP corporate network · simultaneous users limited by purchased licenses · major-version upgrades optional and paid
Read 7 Oct 2026 · cadsofttools.com
On the record
- 2D editing
- Users can work with drawing layers, blocks, dimension and text styles, and snap, and can add comments and markups.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- 3D tools
- ABViewer can measure 3D model distances, face heights, surface areas, and curvilinear edge radii, and create section views.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Batch tools
- Enterprise includes batch conversion and print, file comparison, and command-line features.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- CNC
- The software generates G-code files for CNC machines from 2D drawings.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Conversion
- It converts 3D models to STL, OBJ, DWG/DXF, and supported 2D formats, with STEP and SAT/SAB export also available for parametric models.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Enterprise limit
- PDF-to-DWG conversion is available only in ABViewer Enterprise.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Formats
- It supports CAD, vector, 3D, complex, raster, and archive formats, including DWG, DXF, STEP, IGES, PDF, STL, SVG, and ZIP.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes ABViewer Professional for metalworking, CNC programming, and machine building, including shop-floor and office use.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- License activation
- The maker says a license can be activated without an internet connection.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- ABViewer lets users view, edit, convert, measure, and print DWG and other CAD files, 3D models, and raster images.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- Technical support is free within the product's major version and is offered by online chat, email, phone, forum, and remote-control sessions.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Trial
- The maker offers a free 30-day trial of ABViewer.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Windows builds
- The download page provides ABViewer version 16 in 32-bit and 64-bit Windows builds.cadsofttools.com · read 7 Oct 2026
