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Head-to-head · Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software

RADAN vs SigmaNEST

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score RADAN #5 in Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software 8.1/10 Pricing on request ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Hexagon
SigmaNEST #6 in Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software 8.0/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 5 features Visit SigmaNEST

RADAN leads on 0 checks, SigmaNEST on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreRADAN · 8.1/10
  • Most featuresRADAN · 3 of 5

RADAN scores higher on our rubric for computer-aided manufacturing (cam) software: 8.1 against 8.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

RADAN is the better fit for sheet-metal shops programming cutting and bending. SigmaNEST is the better fit for cutting shops optimizing sheet use and CNC programming.

  • RADAN fits best

    Sheet-metal shops programming cutting and bending

  • SigmaNEST fits best

    Cutting shops optimizing sheet use and CNC programming

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Side by side

Feature RADAN 8.1/10 Visit ↗ SigmaNEST 8.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.1 8.0
Ranking #5 in Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software #6 in Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software
Best for Sheet-metal shops programming cutting and bending Cutting shops optimizing sheet use and CNC programming
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop Desktop
Platforms Windows Windows
Support Tickets, Docs Email, Phone
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features RADAN 3/5 · SigmaNEST 2/5
Toolpath simulation ✓ ✓
Machine simulation ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Post-processor library ✓ ✓
Turning support Not checked yet —
Mill-turn support Not checked yet —
Specs
Simultaneous axes Not checked yet Not checked yet
Deployment model Desktop Desktop
Our review
Pros
  • Covers punching, profiling, bending, tube cutting and quoting workflows
  • True-shape nesting helps plan sheet utilization
  • 3D tube-cutting simulation includes collision warnings
  • Automatic nesting supports efforts to reduce sheet-material waste.
  • Programs laser, plasma, oxyfuel, waterjet, punching and combination machines.
  • Includes configurable post-processing, toolpath simulation and production reports.
Cons
  • Runs as a desktop application on Windows
  • Capabilities vary by the RADAN modules purchased
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • Runs as a Windows desktop application, limiting platform choice.
  • Pricing requires contacting sales rather than selecting a published plan.
  • Does not support turning or mill-turn workflows.
Our verdict

RADAN is Hexagon’s CAD/CAM suite for sheet-metal fabricators and manufacturers. It brings programming for punching, profiling and bending together with true-shape nesting, tube and profile cutting, quoting and CAD import. The product is…

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SigmaNEST brings CAD/CAM programming and sheet nesting together for fabrication shops and manufacturers managing CNC cutting workflows. Its feature set covers importing and editing CAD geometry, arranging parts on sheets, generating CNC…

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  1. RADANComputer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software 8.1Pricing on request
  2. SigmaNESTComputer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software 8.0Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • RADAN — where it wins

    • Covers punching, profiling, bending, tube cutting and quoting workflows
    • True-shape nesting helps plan sheet utilization
    • 3D tube-cutting simulation includes collision warnings

    Where it doesn't

    • Runs as a desktop application on Windows
    • Capabilities vary by the RADAN modules purchased
    • Pricing requires contacting sales

  • SigmaNEST — where it wins

    • Automatic nesting supports efforts to reduce sheet-material waste.
    • Programs laser, plasma, oxyfuel, waterjet, punching and combination machines.
    • Includes configurable post-processing, toolpath simulation and production reports.

    Where it doesn't

    • Runs as a Windows desktop application, limiting platform choice.
    • Pricing requires contacting sales rather than selecting a published plan.
    • Does not support turning or mill-turn workflows.
  • RADAN8.1/10 · Pricing on request

    A modular Windows suite for programming, nesting, bending, quoting and tube cutting.

    Visit HexagonFull verdict →
  • SigmaNEST8.0/10 · Pricing on request

    SigmaNEST pairs sheet nesting with CNC programming and production tools for fabrication workflows.

    Visit SigmaNESTFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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