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About progeSOFT

progeSOFT, founded in 1985 and based in Chiasso Switzerland, is a privately owned company known for delivering low cost 2D and 3D CAD software for Windows and macOS. The company develops both progeCAD for Windows and iCADMac, a native DWG CAD solution for macOS, giving users on either platform powerful tools for drafting and design at a competitive price.

As a founding member of the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium, progeSOFT has helped shape the direction of DWG-based CAD development. Today, it serves a global user base across industries like construction, engineering and manufacturing, with major clients including Boeing, Samsung and ABB Group.

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About progeCAD USA

progeCAD USA is the North American distributor for progeSOFT’s CAD products.

Headquartered in Clackamas Oregon, the company provides support and resources for users of DWG-based CAD software in the United States and surrounding regions.

progeCAD USA also develops progeEARTH, a civil and survey add-on suite designed for land development professionals working in coordinate geometry, terrain modeling and road design.

The company has been involved in CAD software development since 1985 and was one of the founding members of the IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (ITC) in 1999.

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About the Software

About progeCAD

progeCAD is a DWG-native 2D and 3D CAD application developed by progeSOFT. Built on the IntelliCAD engine, it works natively in DWG format and includes a wide set of design tools and libraries.

Available through a try and buy model, progeCAD is used by over 250,000 professionals worldwide across industries such as construction, automotive and technology. It delivers high performance CAD at a competitive price.

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About iCADMac

iCADMac is the first DWG-native 2D/3D CAD solution designed specifically for macOS, compatible with AutoCAD files up to the 2025 version.

It offers a familiar AutoCAD-like interface and provides tools such as PDF import/export, gradient hatches, tables, ACIS® solid modelling, constraints, custom blocks, extensive hatch patterns and powerful rendering capabilities.

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About progeEARTH

progeEARTH is a civil and survey add-on suite for progeCAD Professional. It includes tools for coordinate geometry (COGO), digital terrain modeling (DTM) and simple road corridor design.

The suite is organized into modules—Survey/Cogo, DTM and Roads—each tailored to support topographic mapping, site planning and field-to-finish workflows.

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Operating System

progeCAD

Windows 10 and 11 (64-bit only)

iCADMac

macOS v13 (Ventura), v14 (Sonoma), v15 (Sequoia)

System Requirements

progeCAD

• Processor: 2.2 GHz or faster (2.5 GHz recommended)
• RAM: Minimum 4 GB (8 GB recommended)
• Disk: At least 4 GB free disk space
• Graphics: Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce or compatible; Artisan Render does not support AMD graphics cards

iCADMac

• Intel® Core™ i5 or superior
• ARM: Apple M1 ARM or superior
• 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended)
• 8 GB free disk space for download and installation
• mac OS X-compliant printer

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CAD Platform

All application software developed by progeSOFT and progeCAD USA are built on the IntelliCAD CAD platform.

How and Where to Purchase

progeCAD and progeEARTH can be purchased directly from the progeCAD USA or through their authorized dealer network.

Pricing is subject to change without notice and varies depending on software edition and add-ons.

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Upgrades to New Versions, Competitive Upgrades and Crossgrades to Different License Types

progeCAD and iCADMac can be upgraded to the most current version at a reasonable, reduced rate versus the cost of a new license. An active subscription to iCARE includes updates and upgrades to newly released versions.

Users of other CAD programs, such as AutoCAD, are eligible for discounted competitive upgrades to Single or Network licenses of progeCAD Professional.

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License Types and License Terms

License Terms

Both progeCAD and iCADMac sell with perpetual licenses which do not expire and no annual fee required. The licensed software version will run for as long as your hardware and operating system support it.

License Types

iCADMac

Offers only a SL – Single license deployment.

progeCAD

Offers both Single License and Network License deployment options.

• SL – Single license
  These licenses are assigned to individual users and can’t be shared. The Single License allows the same user to keep the software installed simultaneously on a desktop and a laptop for more flexibility.
• NLM – Network Licenses
  Network licenses aren’t assigned to individual users and can be shared. Network licenses do not require an internet connection to activate or use. progeCAD NLM can be installed on as many computers as you want. However, you can use the software simultaneously only on the number of purchased seats. License Take-Away included: thanks to this feature NLM licenses can be temporarily moved on laptops or a remote PC to be used offline. Max flexibility!

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Software Trials

progeCAD, progeEARTH and iCADMac can run in trial mode for 30 days. After this period, you need to activate a valid commercial license.

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Support & Training Options

iCARE support and maintenance program includes free technical assistance via the web with the new help desk service through ticket, email, live chat and remote support.

Free video recordings and tutorials for progeCAD and iCADMac are available from progeSOFT’s website here: https://www.progesoft.com/video-tutorial/progeCAD-professional-media-video