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Carveco
Carveco Ltd lists its address in Lighthorne, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom.
What it is
Carveco is CAD and CNC machining software for designing and manufacturing artistic 2D and 3D products. Its Windows-only range includes Maker for hobbyists, woodworkers, sign-makers, and small businesses using CNC routers or engravers; Maker Plus adds 3D design and production tools, while Pro serves professional decorative work from individual pieces to production at scale. Maker includes vector drawing and editing, bitmap-to-vector conversion, relief design, machining strategies, toolpath simulation, and export. Maker Plus adds relief sculpting, nesting, drill banks, batch calculations, and toolpath operations. Carveco says it directly supports over 300 CNC machine tools and includes dedicated post-processors for many machines. It exports formats including G-Code, STL, DXF, SVG, PDF, OBJ, IGES, STEP, and 3DM. CNC controller and G-Code sending or streaming software are not included, so users need a separate compatible controller application. Maker subscriptions start at $17.50 a month; new customers can receive a 30-day trial that converts to paid unless cancelled.
For and against
For
- Supports over 300 CNC machine tools
- Includes toolpath simulation and export
- Exports G-Code, STL, DXF, and other formats
- Maker subscriptions include a 30-day trial
Against
- Windows only
- CNC controller software is not included
- Subscriptions need internet access and licensing-server reconnection
- Trial converts to paid unless cancelled
The verdict
Carveco offers design and machining tools across Maker, Maker Plus, and Pro, with compatibility for many CNC machines. Before choosing it, users should account for the separate controller application and the subscription connectivity requirements.
Who it suits
Maker is positioned for hobbyists, woodworkers, sign-makers, and small businesses using CNC routers or engravers. Maker Plus adds 3D production tools, while Pro is aimed at professional decorative work.
Plans and prices
Carveco Maker monthly subscription
Subscription only · 30-day free trial for new customers · trial converts to paid unless cancelled
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Maker Plus monthly subscription
30-day free trial for new customers · trial converts to paid unless cancelled
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Maker 12-month subscription
Subscription only · 30-day free trial for new customers · trial converts to paid unless cancelled
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Pro monthly subscription
Includes 300 AI credits/month · AI available on subscription
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Maker Plus 12-month subscription
30-day free trial for new customers · trial converts to paid unless cancelled
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Maker Plus perpetual license
Includes 12 months of maintenance · Carveco AI only available on subscription
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Pro 12-month subscription
Includes 3600 AI credits/year · AI available on subscription
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
Carveco Pro perpetual license
Includes 12 months of maintenance · Carveco AI only available on subscription
Read 8 Oct 2026 · carveco.com
On the record
- AI availability
- Carveco AI tools are included with subscriptions and are not available with perpetual licenses.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- CNC compatibility
- Carveco says it directly supports over 300 CNC machine tools and includes dedicated post-processors for many machines.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Company history
- Carveco says it was formed in mid-2018 to provide continued access and service to users of discontinued ArtCAM software.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Controller limitation
- Carveco does not include CNC controller or G-Code sending/streaming software; users need a separate compatible controller application.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Maker audience
- Carveco Maker is positioned for hobbyists, woodworkers, sign-makers, and small businesses using CNC routers or engravers.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Maker features
- Maker includes vector drawing and editing, bitmap-to-vector conversion, relief design, machining strategies, toolpath simulation, and export.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Maker Plus features
- Maker Plus adds 3D design and production tools including relief sculpting, nesting, drill banks, batch calculations, and toolpath operations.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Operating system
- Carveco products are Windows only, and the company says it does not officially support other platforms.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Perpetual maintenance
- Perpetual licenses include 12 months of maintenance with software updates and dedicated or priority support, after which maintenance can be renewed or the installed version retained.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Product
- Carveco is CAD and CNC machining software for designing and manufacturing artistic 2D and 3D products.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Pro use
- Carveco Pro is a professional grade design and manufacturing product for decorative work ranging from individual pieces to production at scale.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Subscription connectivity
- Subscription software needs internet access for activation and must reconnect to its licensing server at least once every 21 days.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Support and training
- Carveco provides a Help Centre, FAQs, training and tutorials, and a user community.carveco.com · read 8 Oct 2026
