The estimating workflow is the same. Choose where you want CadVex to run.
Choose where CadVex runs.
Both configurations share the interface, the estimating logic, DFM and quoting. Use the same CadVex account and shop for Cloud and Desktop.
| Configuration | CadVex Desktop | CadVex Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Shared | Same interface · same estimates · same DFM and quoting | Same interface · same estimates · same DFM and quoting |
| Summary | Keep CAD analysis on your machine. | Start quoting from your browser. |
| CAD processing | Your Windows PC or Mac (Apple Silicon) | CadVex Cloud |
| Installation | Windows and Mac (Apple Silicon) application | No local installation |
| CAD file workflow | Local analysis — STEP analysis and working CAD data stay on your computer | Uploaded for Cloud analysis |
| Offline analysis | Supported after activation, subject to periodic license validation | Internet connection required |
| Analysis model | Unlimited analysis, no per-analysis charges | Usage-based analysis, tracked through your shop account |
| Drawing data | Read on your computer (Desktop 1.3 and later): material, finish and treatment, threads, tolerances with IT grade, markings and notes. Nothing is uploaded; no AI service. | Read on CadVex’s servers by an AI service (Anthropic): the drawing is uploaded with the RFQ; material, finish and treatment, threads, tolerances, markings and notes are captured alongside the STEP analysis |
| Team | One user and one active computer per license | One admin plus up to 3 team members at no extra cost (after the free evaluation) |
| Workflows | Designed for ITAR-controlled, NDA-sensitive and customer-confidential work | RFQs, analyses, quotes and history online for your account and team |
| Best for | Security-sensitive shops, controlled customer files, and high analysis volume | Fast deployment, flexible usage, and shared browser-based quoting |
Use your CadVex account to access Desktop downloads. Your evaluation starts on your first device activation.
Use the same CadVex account and shop for Cloud and Desktop.
Desktop local processing
Your CAD. Your machine.
CadVex Desktop performs STEP analysis locally, helping manufacturers keep customer geometry inside their own working environment.
Looking for commercial details?
Cloud is priced per successful analysis. Desktop is licensed monthly, annually or perpetually, with unlimited analysis.