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AVA CAD/CAM
AVA lists its address as King Edward House, 1 Jordangate, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 1EE, UK.
What it is
AVA CAD/CAM is macOS software for decorative and textile printing, covering design through production. Its tools handle colour separation for simple patterns, complex watercolours, and textures, with support for colourways, digital printing, and screen printing. The software supports seamless repeats using drops, steps, and mirrors, plus vector editing. AVA Suite includes Magic Retouch, which fills removed design areas from surrounding visual information, and an AI colourway generator that accepts text prompts. It is designed to complement Adobe Photoshop and exchanges PSD, PSB, and ASE files. Print output can use the PrintFactory partnership and dedicated driver, or the AVA TIFF Driver with third-party RIP software. AVA Suite requires macOS 14.0 Sonoma or newer. Cloud Keys provide license access on a compatible Mac with internet, while offline use can continue for up to 24 hours after launch while connected. Modules, training, and purchase or lease choices determine package pricing, which is available on request.
For and against
For
- Supports drops, steps, and mirror repeats
- Includes vector editing and colourway tools
- Offers AI retouching and prompt-based colourways
- Exchanges PSD, PSB, and ASE files
- Supports PrintFactory and TIFF workflows
Against
- macOS 14.0 Sonoma or newer required
- Pricing depends on modules and purchasing terms
- Legacy Digital Print RIP will not be updated
- No free plan
The verdict
AVA CAD/CAM combines repeat construction, colour separation, vector editing, and print workflows for specialist textile and decorative work. Buyers should confirm module needs, Mac compatibility, and RIP migration plans before requesting a quote.
Who it suits
AVA CAD/CAM suits textile and decorative-printing teams working with repeats, colourways, separations, and production output on Mac. It is also aimed at surfaces such as flooring, wallcoverings, and ceramics.
Plans and prices
Lease
Software stops working if the lease is not renewed · Package and price depend on customer requirements
Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
Outright purchase
Module package and price depend on customer requirements · Support for older software versions is unavailable after Development Plan cover expires
Read 7 Oct 2026 · avacadcam.com
On the record
- Adobe integration
- AVA is designed to complement Adobe Photoshop and supports PSD, PSB, and ASE files for file exchange.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- AI features
- AVA Suite includes Magic Retouch, which uses surrounding visual data to fill removed design areas, and an AI colourway generator that accepts text prompts.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Cloud licensing
- Cloud Keys let users access their license on a compatible Mac with internet access, and AVA says it can run offline for up to 24 hours after launch while connected.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Design and colour
- AVA offers colour separation tools for simple patterns, complex watercolours, and textures, for colourways, digital printing, and screen printing.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Intended industries
- AVA describes its focus as textile printing and decorative printing for surfaces such as flooring, wallcoverings, and ceramics.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Legacy RIP limit
- AVA Digital Print RIP will not be updated with AVA Suite, and AVA advises users to discuss migration to PrintFactory or another RIP solution.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Modular packages
- Customers can choose software modules to suit their individual requirements, and the package price depends on modules, training, and whether they buy or lease.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Platform requirement
- AVA Suite requires macOS 14.0 Sonoma or newer.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Print integrations
- AVA supports output through its PrintFactory partnership and dedicated driver, or through the AVA TIFF Driver to third-party RIP software.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- AVA's privacy policy says it may collect contact details, website browsing behavior, software version and crash reports, and anonymous statistics about software feature use.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- AVA is specialist software for decorative and textile printing, covering workflows from design through production.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- The Development Plan includes unlimited technical support, software updates, and access to AVA Assist; the company also offers phone, email, and remote support.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Training
- AVA offers tailored in-person and remote training, including one-to-one sessions and group sessions for up to four people.avacadcam.com · read 7 Oct 2026
