# Vectric

Design and machining software for CNC routing, milling, and engraving.

> Each entry below links to a page on vectric.com. Vectric Ltd (Alcester, UK) makes Cut2D, VCarve, and Aspire — perpetually licensed CNC design/toolpathing software that shares one interface and scales from simple 2D cutting to full 2D/2.5D/3D design.

## Core products

- [Compare Products](https://www.vectric.com/compare): Side-by-side feature and pricing comparison across the whole range, including Desktop vs Pro tiers
- [Cut2D](https://www.vectric.com/products/cut2d): Entry-level 2D vector drawing/editing and CNC routing, milling, and engraving software for beginners
- [VCarve](https://www.vectric.com/products/vcarve): Adds 2.5D toolpaths (v-carving, chamfer, fluting, prism, moulding) and 3D model import/machining on top of Cut2D's tools
- [Aspire](https://www.vectric.com/products/aspire): Full 2D/2.5D toolset plus 3D design/modeling tools (sculpting, sweeping, texturing) for creating and machining original relief models
- [Makerspace Edition](https://www.vectric.com/products/makerspace): VCarve Pro licensing option for schools, libraries, and community makerspaces

## Add-on modules

- [Laser Module](https://www.vectric.com/products/laser-module): Add-on enabling hybrid laser and CNC toolpaths within Cut2D, VCarve, or Aspire
- [Advanced Machining Module](https://www.vectric.com/products/advanced-machining-module): Add-on for cabinet import, automated nesting, cutter compensation, and drill bank toolpaths

## AI & companion tools

- [EasyCreate](https://www.vectric.com/products/easycreate): AI relief generator that turns text prompts or images into CNC-ready 3D reliefs
- [EasyCarve](https://www.vectric.com/products/easycarve): Guided carving software with access to 7,000+ CNC-ready 3D relief models from Design & Make

## Purchasing

- [Free Trial](https://www.vectric.com/free-trial/): Try-before-you-buy download for any core product
- [Compare Products](https://www.vectric.com/compare): Includes an interactive upgrade-price calculator and version-upgrade pricing
- [V&Co Upgrades](https://portal.vectric.com/upgrades): Portal for purchasing version and product upgrades

## Vectric Software Pricing

- Cut2D Desktop $149 £110 €135
- Cut2D Pro $449 £350 €420
- VCarve Desktop $349 £275 €330
- VCarve Pro $699 £540 €660
- Aspire $1,995 £1,500 €1,800

## Support

- [FAQs](https://www.vectric.com/support/faqs): Answers on software, licensing, Makerspace, SketchUp import, and the Advanced Machining Module
- [System Requirements](https://www.vectric.com/support/system-requirements): Minimum PC specs for Aspire, VCarve, Cut2D, Cut3D, and PhotoVCarve
- [Training Videos](https://www.vectric.com/support/tutorials/aspire): Free step-by-step video tutorials for each product
- [Software Documentation](https://docs.vectric.com/docs/V12.0/): Documentation for core products
- [Program Updates](https://www.vectric.com/support/program-updates): Download links and changelogs for the latest software versions
- [Contact Us](https://www.vectric.com/support/contact-us): Direct support and sales contact

## Community (V&Co)

- [Vectric Forum](https://forum.vectric.com/): 25,000+ member community for tips, troubleshooting, and project galleries
- [Free CNC Projects](https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/): 300+ free downloadable project files, updated monthly
- [Case Studies](https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/case-study/): Real customer and business use cases
- [News and Events](https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/news-and-events/): Company news and event listings
- [Vectric Gadgets](https://gadgets.vectric.com/): Website to learn about and download Gadgets for Pro versions and Aspire

## Company

- [Testimonials](https://www.vectric.com/testimonials): Customer reviews and quotes
- [Jobs](https://www.vectric.com/jobs): Careers at Vectric
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.vectric.com/privacy-policy): Vectric's data privacy policy
- [Terms and Conditions](https://www.vectric.com/terms): Terms of use and sale