Comparison

CADraw vs Parametric Cut DXF

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CADraw

Create and edit precise technical drawings with a variety of tools. Supports layers, annotations, and export to common formats like PDF and DXF. Ideal for detailed design work on mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Draw lines, circles, arcs
  • Shape editing and modification
  • Angle constraints
  • Endpoint and midpoint snapping
  • Numeric keypad for precise input
  • Layer management
  • Annotation tools
  • Export to PDF and DXF
Features
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Easily draw shapes such as lines, circles, and arcs, and easily edit and modify shapes with just a touch of the shape. Angle constraints can specify commonly used angles of 5 º -90 º. Snap endpoints, midpoints, vertical points, tangents, and intersections, allowing you to draw accurately. There are also dynamic auxiliary points that provide you with dynamic assistance when drawing each line. The numeric keypad can accurately specify distances during drawing or modification. Drag the dimension edit point to convert it to horizontal or vertical dimensions. Angle annotations, radius annotations, and arc annotations can all rival the excellent performance of desktop applications in creation or editing. Layer management, displaying or hiding layers, and locking layers. Annotation management can add annotation styles, modify annotation styles, colors, line widths, and other annotation shapes. The drawn drawings can be exported as PDF files or DXF data exchange files, and can be shared on the computer and opened using AutoCAD. Thank you very much to Graziano from Italy for providing Italian language translation and Сергей Ломонос Provide Russian translation.

About

Parametric Cut DXF

Design and customize parametric shapes for CNC cutting. Adjust dimensions, angles, and curves with real-time previews. Export designs in DXF format for laser, plasma, and waterjet cutters.

Highlights
  • Parametric shape customization
  • Adjustable dimensions, angles, and curves
  • Real-time design previews
  • DXF export for CNC machines
  • Library of pre-designed templates
  • Seamless integration with CNC workflow
Features
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Versatile, resizable CNC workpieces available in DXF format. The Parametric Cut DXF app is your go-to solution for designing and customizing parametric shapes with ease. Adjust dimensions, export in DXF, and seamlessly transfer to laser, plasma, or waterjet cutters for accurate 2D cutting. Streamline your workflow and ensure flawless results with this powerful tool. Whether you're a professional fabricator or a hobbyist, Parametric Cut DXF empowers you to create intricate designs with precision. The app’s intuitive interface allows you to effortlessly modify parameters like size, angles, and curves, ensuring your designs meet exact specifications. With real-time previews, you can visualize changes instantly, reducing errors and saving time. Perfect for industries like metalworking, woodworking, and signage, this app adapts to your creative and technical needs. Compatible with a wide range of CNC machines, Parametric Cut DXF supports seamless integration into your existing workflow. Export your designs in DXF format, the industry standard for CNC cutting, and enjoy compatibility with laser, plasma, and waterjet systems. The app also includes a library of pre-designed templates, making it easy to jumpstart your projects. From prototyping to production, Parametric Cut DXF is the ultimate tool for achieving professional-grade results with minimal effort." In-app purchase Details: Weekly Subscription Monthly Subscription Yearly Subscription Lifetime Subscription Privacy Policy : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of use : https://applicationcontent.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

CADraw4 screens
Parametric Cut DXF4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Parametric Cut DXF at 5.0 against CADraw's 2.9. CADraw's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (10 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CADraw sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.39 per month and Parametric Cut DXF sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Parametric Cut DXF holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CADraw has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CADraw ships an update fortnightly, Parametric Cut DXF every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CADraw versus Parametric Cut DXF: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCADrawParametric Cut DXF
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer诚 张Ashvin Kevadiya

Customer experience

CADraw

All ratings10 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral18.4%
Negative31.6%

Parametric Cut DXF

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

CADraw

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly subscription$1.391 Month
  • per month$2.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$13.901 Year
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  • per year$26.001 Year
One-time2
  • Upgrade to the full version$69.99
  • Full version$99.99
4 purchases

Parametric Cut DXF

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$14.99

Questions

Is CADraw free?
CADraw is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Parametric Cut DXF free?
Parametric Cut DXF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CADraw or Parametric Cut DXF?
Parametric Cut DXF is rated higher. CADraw averages 2.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Parametric Cut DXF averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do CADraw or Parametric Cut DXF have ads?
Neither CADraw nor Parametric Cut DXF shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CADraw or Parametric Cut DXF?
CADraw ships an update fortnightly, and Parametric Cut DXF every 8 months. Most recently, CADraw was updated on September 20, 2026 and Parametric Cut DXF on September 18, 2026.

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