CAD Viewer
CAD Viewer: A capable open-source CAD viewer for developers embedding local browser workflows. Ranked #17 of 32 in CAD Viewer Software by our editors (7.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for developers wanting an open-source embedded viewer.
At a glance
- Editor score7.2 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forDevelopers wanting an open-source embedded viewer
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Measurement toolsYes
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Open-source Vue 3 component for embedding in web applications
- Local browser processing with DWG and DXF viewing
- Measurements, markups, editing, and offline HTML export
Where it doesn't
- DWG support depends on the selected converter
- PDF and SVG export require optional plugins
- Embedding is centered on a Vue 3 component
Our verdict on CAD Viewer
CAD Viewer is an open-source Vue 3 component and browser application for developers adding DWG and DXF viewing or editing to web applications, dashboards, and platforms. It supports local and remote file loading, drag-and-drop, browser-side parsing and rendering, layer visibility control, layout switching, entity selection, annotations, measurements, and export workflows. Web, iOS, and Android support, along with responsive touch handling, broadens its use across devices.
Its strongest distinction is local processing: files can be loaded in the browser without a backend, and the product can export self-contained offline HTML files. That approach suits applications where local file handling, portable drawings, or offline access matter. The feature set extends beyond basic viewing through CAD editing, markup tools, distance measurement, and optional AI-assisted CAD workflows. DWG support depends on the selected converter, with an optional open-source LibreDWG path and a separate proprietary parser.
For ecosystem fit, CAD Viewer offers a Vue 3 embedding component and integrations with CMS platforms, Notion, and WeChat. Optional plugins add PDF and SVG export, while the core workflows cover browser viewing, editing, annotation, measurement, and offline sharing. Developers seeking an open-source foundation for an embedded CAD experience should find its focused scope relevant. Teams needing a different frontend framework, or a solution centered on server-side processing rather than local browser handling, should evaluate the integration approach carefully.
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CAD Viewer pricing
CAD Viewer fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| DWG support | Yes |
| Measurement tools | Yes |
| Markup and annotation | Yes |
| Sharing and collaboration | Yes |
| Platforms | Cross_platform |
| DXF support | Yes |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: CMS, Notion, WeChat |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | mlightcad.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
CAD Viewer integrations
CAD Viewer lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- CMS
- Notion
Alternatives to CAD Viewer
- Autodesk ViewerA capable free viewer for browser-based design review, measurement, markup, and sharing.9.2
- Autodesk Design ReviewA mature free Windows viewer for design review, comparison, measurement, and markups.9.0
- Autodesk DWG TrueViewA capable free Windows viewer for DWG and DXF files, with measurement and conversion tools.8.8
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