What Novedge does

Novedge LLC is a Berkeley, California-based authorized reseller and e-commerce platform for professional 3D design software and related hardware, founded in 2003 and operating as a private California LLC. The company aggregates software from more than 150 publishers across CAD, BIM, CAM, civil engineering, rendering, visualization, industrial design, jewelry design, interior design, and VR/AR categories, supplemented by curated hardware (3Dconnexion SpaceMouse and CadMouse lines, plus High Speed Computing workstations in Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Copper tiers). Its core vendor relationships are concentrated with three publishers: Autodesk (AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Fusion, AEC Collection, BIM Collaborate Pro, Advance Steel), McNeel (Rhino 8 and plugins), and Dassault Systemes (SolidWorks, DraftSight), each positioned at a Core strategic tier alongside Major and Significant partnerships with MAXON, Chaos Group, Bluebeam, SketchUp, Graebert, PTC, KeyShot, Enscape, Asuni, 3Dconnexion, and High Speed Computing.

The business model is asset-light resale rather than software development. Revenue is generated through three primary streams: (1) software resale on annual subscriptions (e.g., AutoCAD from $1,930/year, Revit from $2,765/year, Rhino 8 at $784.95) and per-seat multi-user licensing (BIM Collaborate Pro from $900/year single-seat to $299,250/year 500-seat pack), (2) one-time perpetual licenses for desktop CAD products (ARES Commander from $1,020, DraftSight Enterprise from $898, ARCHLine.XP at $2,918), and (3) hardware sales ranging from $15 accessories to $5,299 Platinum workstations. Bundle offerings (Rhino + Enscape, Rhino + SpaceMouse Wireless, SolidWorks + DraftSight) and a Financing page augment transaction value. The store supports USD and CAD pricing, offers a Best Price Guarantee and extended trials, and layers an inside-sales component (phone: 1-866-362-8970) over its primary direct e-commerce channel.

Customer acquisition is driven by SEO-optimized category pages, a Design News blog covering AI-driven design, digital twins, and workflow integration, email newsletter capture, and social proof from 1,934+ verified customer reviews. The customer base is long-tail: SMB and individual design professionals across AEC, industrial design, civil engineering, VFX, visualization, education, and construction, with no concentration on a small number of named enterprise accounts disclosed. Geographic focus is North America (USA and Canada), with no formalized global footprint claim. The company has not disclosed any external funding, ownership beyond presumed founder/management control, M&A activity, leadership changes, or quantified revenue, positioning it as a stable, founder-owned specialty reseller with limited third-party validation.

Name

Novedge

Legal name

Novedge LLC

Website

https://novedge.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Novedge is a Berkeley, California-based authorized reseller and e-commerce retailer of professional 3D design software and related hardware, aggregating 150+ publisher brands (Autodesk, McNeel, Dassault Systemes, MAXON, Chaos, Bluebeam, and others) across CAD, BIM, CAM, rendering, industrial design, construction, and 3D input hardware categories for SMB and individual design professionals in North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Design Software Resale

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132)

SIC

Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

Software License Resale & Optimization (Perpetual/Subscription) (BPAEAOAC)

Keywords

• Design software reseller
• CAD software distribution
• BIM software sales
• Authorized software reseller
• 3D design hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Berkeley

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Software Resale - Subscriptions: Novedge resells software subscriptions from major vendors including Autodesk, McNeel, Dassault Systemes, and others. Customers pay recurring fees (typically annual) for access to design software. Novedge acts as an authorized reseller earning margins on these transactions.
2. Software Resale - Perpetual Licenses: Novedge also sells perpetual (one-time) software licenses, allowing customers to own software indefinitely with optional maintenance subscriptions. This includes products like ARES Commander, DraftSight, and other desktop software.
3. Hardware Sales: Novedge sells computer hardware including workstations (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Copper tiers from High Speed Computing) and 3D input devices (3Dconnexion SpaceMouse, CadMouse).
4. Bundles and Packages: Novedge offers bundled products combining multiple software titles (e.g., Rhino + Enscape bundles) and software + hardware packages (e.g., Rhino + SpaceMouse Wireless bundle), potentially at discounted package pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Novedge operates as an authorized e-commerce reseller of digital design software, selling subscriptions, perpetual licenses, bundles, and 3D input hardware directly to design professionals through its online storefront. The company aggregates CAD, BIM, CAM, rendering, simulation, VFX, and educational design software from 150+ vendors (Autodesk, McNeel, Dassault Systemes, MAXON, PTC, Chaos, Bluebeam, and others) alongside 3Dconnexion input devices and High Speed Computing workstations.

Product overview

Novedge is a digital design software retailer and authorized reseller, not a software developer. The company operates a multi-product marketplace offering the largest selection of 3D design software from over 200 brands. Their portfolio spans core CAD products (Rhino 8, AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Fusion, SketchUp Pro), DWG editors (ARES Commander, DraftSight variants), BIM/AEC tools (Bluebeam tiers, VisualARQ 3, ARCHLine.XP, formZ Pro 10), rendering solutions (V-Ray, KeyShot, Enscape), CAM software (RhinoCAM, madCAM, SharpCam, Fusion), industrial design tools (xNURBS, MoI, Mesh2Surface, Inspire Studio), construction management (JobPlanner, BIM Collaborate Pro), civil engineering products (SkyCiv, Advance Steel, Aplitop), and 3D input hardware (3Dconnexion SpaceMouse and CadMouse lines, High Speed Computing workstations). They also offer value bundles combining complementary products (Rhino + Enscape, Rhino + SpaceMouse, SolidWorks + DraftSight). The company's model centers on competitive pricing, authorized reseller relationships with publishers, and customer support rather than proprietary software development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rhino 8 - 3D CAD for Windows and Mac Authorized reseller offering for McNeel Rhino 8, a NURBS-based 3D CAD modeling tool for industrial designers and engineers, available on Windows and Mac with ShrinkWrap, SubD Creases, and Mac Speed Boost features.
• AutoCAD - 1-Year Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk AutoCAD, the industry-standard 2D and 3D CAD drafting software for engineers, architects, and drafters.
• Rhino + Enscape Bundle Bundled offering of Rhino 8 (McNeel) and Enscape Solo real-time visualization plugin, packaged together.
• AutoCAD LT - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk AutoCAD LT, the 2D-focused version of AutoCAD for drafting professionals.
• Revit - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk Revit, BIM software for architectural, structural, and MEP design, documentation, and collaboration.
• Civil 3D - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk Civil 3D, civil infrastructure design and documentation software.
• BricsCAD Pro - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for OCTAVE BricsCAD Pro, DWG-native CAD software for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
• PTC Mathcad Prime - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for PTC Mathcad Prime, engineering calculation software for performing, analyzing, and sharing engineering calculations.
• PTC Creo Design Advanced - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for PTC Creo Design Advanced, advanced CAD software for product design and engineering.
• Enscape Solo - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Enscape Solo, a real-time visualization plugin for Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Archicad, and Vectorworks.
• ZBrush - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for MAXON ZBrush, professional digital sculpting and painting software.
• Maxon One - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for the MAXON One subscription bundle, a comprehensive 3D software suite including Cinema 4D, Redshift, and other tools.
• KeyShot Studio Professional - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for KeyShot Studio Professional, real-time 3D rendering and animation software.
• V-Ray Premium - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Chaos V-Ray Premium, professional photorealistic rendering software.
• Bespoke AI Authorized reseller offering for Bespoke AI, an AI-powered integrated 3D design tool for designers.
• Architecture Engineering Construction Collection - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for the Autodesk Architecture Engineering Construction Collection, a bundled set of BIM tools for building design, civil infrastructure, and construction.
• Bluebeam Basics - Annual Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Bluebeam Basics, essential markup and document management tools for AECO projects.
• Bluebeam Core - Annual Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Bluebeam Core, the end-to-end digital workflow and collaboration PDF solution for the AEC industry.
• Bluebeam Complete - Annual Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Bluebeam Complete, advanced features for managing complex AECO projects.
• Bluebeam Max - Annual Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Bluebeam Max, the highest Bluebeam tier featuring enhanced AI capabilities for Revu.
• VisualARQ 3 Authorized reseller offering for VisualARQ 3, a BIM plugin for Rhino that adds architectural object styling and dynamic documentation tools.
• Lands Design Authorized reseller offering for Lands Design, advanced landscape design solution integrated with Rhino.
• RhinoLands - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for RhinoLands, a standalone BIM solution for landscape design built on Rhino.
• ARES Commander Authorized reseller offering for Graebert ARES Commander, a DWG-based CAD software for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• AiHouse Authorized reseller offering for AiHouse, an AI-powered integrated 3D design tool providing a one-stop solution from AI-design to manufacture.
• ArredoCAD Designer 2026 Authorized reseller offering for ArredoCAD Designer, 3D design software for interior design, furniture, and architecture.
• Envisioneer Building Essential 17 Authorized reseller offering for Envisioneer Building Essential 17, a robust architectural solution recommended for builders and remodelers.
• ARCHLine.XP Professional 2022 Authorized reseller offering for ARCHLine.XP Professional 2022, professional 3D CAD/BIM modeling software.
• Composer Ultimate - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for SimLab Composer Ultimate, a complete 3D visualization solution for architects and mechanical designers.
• formZ Pro 10 Authorized reseller offering for formZ Pro 10, an award-winning general purpose solid and surface modeler.
• MEP Module for BricsCAD Authorized reseller offering for the BricsCAD MEP Module, an add-on for modeling and visualization of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• ArredoCAD Kitchen Authorized reseller offering for ArredoCAD Kitchen, kitchen design software for designing models compatible with any kitchen manufacturer.
• SolidWorks Standard + DraftSight Premium Bundle Bundled offering pairing Dassault Systemes SolidWorks Standard 3D CAD with DraftSight Premium 2D drafting and 3D design on subscription.
• DraftSight Enterprise Authorized reseller offering for DraftSight Enterprise, an enterprise DWG/DXF editor for organizations with multiple users.
• DraftSight Enterprise Plus Authorized reseller offering for DraftSight Enterprise Plus, an enterprise edition with 2D constraints and 3D modeling capabilities.
• DraftSight Mechanical Authorized reseller offering for DraftSight Mechanical, advanced 2D drafting and 3D design with features for mechanical entities.
• DraftSight Premium Authorized reseller offering for DraftSight Premium, advanced 2D drafting and 3D design with parametric constraints.
• DraftSight Professional Authorized reseller offering for DraftSight Professional, essential 2D design and drafting with full edit and automation tools.
• INTERsoft INTELLICAD 2026 Authorized reseller offering for INTERsoft INTELLICAD 2026, CAD software for creating 2D/3D technical documentation in DWG format.
• progeCAD Professional Authorized reseller offering for progeCAD Professional, an affordable CAD replacement for AutoCAD 2D/3D DWG.
• RealCAD PRO Authorized reseller offering for RealCAD PRO, an all-purpose 2D/3D CAD software with powerful drafting and modeling tools.
• JobPlanner Basic Authorized reseller offering for JobPlanner Basic, an end-to-end construction project management solution.
• JobPlanner Advanced Authorized reseller offering for JobPlanner Advanced, an end-to-end project management and job costing solution for construction.
• JobPlanner Enterprise Authorized reseller offering for JobPlanner Enterprise, a full-featured project management, preconstruction, and job costing platform.
• BIM Collaborate Pro - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro, a design collaboration and coordination platform for AEC teams.
• Contractor's Office Authorized reseller offering for PrioSoft Contractor's Office, construction estimating software.
• Envisioneer Construction Suite 17 Authorized reseller offering for Envisioneer Construction Suite 17, a design/estimate/visualize/integrate BIM application for estimators, LBM suppliers, and educators.
• Advance Steel - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk Advance Steel, 3D modeling software for steel model design and fabrication.
• SkyCiv Structural 3D Enterprise Authorized reseller offering for SkyCiv Structural 3D Enterprise, cloud-based 3D structural analysis software for teams.
• SkyCiv Structural 3D Professional Authorized reseller offering for SkyCiv Structural 3D Professional, cloud-based 3D structural analysis software with engineering support.
• Aplitop TcpMDT Professional + Surveying Authorized reseller offering for Aplitop TcpMDT Professional + Surveying, an all-in-one surveying and civil engineering project solution.
• Fusion - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk Fusion 360, an integrated CAD/CAM/CAE/PCB solution for design and manufacturing.
• RhinoCAM 2026 Professional Authorized reseller offering for RhinoCAM 2026 Professional, complete CAM software integrated with Rhino for 2.5- and 3-axis machining.
• SharpCam 3D Pro CAD/CAM System Authorized reseller offering for SharpCam 3D Pro CAD/CAM System, a professional 3D CAM system for CNC machine tool programming.
• VisualCAD/CAM 2026 - Standard Authorized reseller offering for MecSoft VisualCAD/CAM 2026 Standard, a standalone CAD/CAM package for 2.5- and 3-axis machining.
• Platinum Workstation Authorized reseller offering for the High Speed Computing Platinum Workstation, a high-end workstation recommended for drone and Lidar data applications such as Pix4D.
• Gold Workstation Authorized reseller offering for the High Speed Computing Gold Workstation, a workstation configured for MEP, BIM, 3DS Max, and Ultimate Suites workloads.
• Silver Workstation Authorized reseller offering for the High Speed Computing Silver Workstation, a workstation configured for Civil 3D, Revit, and Premium Suites workloads.
• Copper Workstation Authorized reseller offering for the High Speed Computing Copper Workstation, a workstation configured for AutoCAD workloads.
• SpaceMouse Enterprise Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Enterprise, a professional 3D navigation mouse for engineering performance.
• SpaceMouse Enterprise Kit 2 Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Enterprise Kit 2, an ergonomic two-handed workflow tool for engineering professionals.
• SpaceMouse Pro 3D Wireless - Bluetooth Edition Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Pro 3D Wireless, a wireless Bluetooth 3D mouse for design professionals.
• SpaceMouse Wireless Kit 2 Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Wireless Kit 2, a mobile CAD solution combining a SpaceMouse and a CadMouse.
• SpaceMouse Compact USB Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Compact, an advanced 3D navigation mouse in compact form.
• CadMouse Pro Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro, a purpose-built mouse for design and engineering professionals.
• CadMouse Pro 3D Wireless Authorized reseller offering for the 3Dconnexion CadMouse Pro 3D Wireless, a precision ergonomic wireless mouse for CAD professionals.
• SketchUp Pro - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for SketchUp Pro, 3D design software for architects, designers, and makers.
• Alias Concept - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Autodesk Alias Concept, concept design and surfacing software.
• Inspire Studio - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Altair Inspire Studio, an all-in-one industrial design solution.
• MoI 4 Authorized reseller offering for MoI 4, a 3D NURBS modeling software for designers and artists.
• xNURBS for Rhino PlugIn Authorized reseller offering for xNURBS, a powerful NURBS surfacing plugin for Rhino sold as a standalone license.
• Mesh2Surface for Rhinoceros Authorized reseller offering for Mesh2Surface, an affordable 3D reverse engineering software to convert scan meshes into CAD models.
• Rhino 8 + SpaceMouse Wireless Bundle Bundled offering pairing Rhino 8 (McNeel) with a 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Wireless 3D input device.
• Rhino EDU + Enscape EDU Bundle Bundled offering of educational Rhino and Enscape licenses for academic buyers.
• Linkioo License Authorized reseller offering for Linkioo, software for automatic generation of technical documents and project estimates.
• Urbano Visio 365 - Subscription Authorized reseller offering for Urbano Visio 365, smart tools for AutoCAD Civil 3D pipe networks.

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, significant and notable.

• AutodeskcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge is an authorized Autodesk reseller offering products including AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, BIM Collaborate Pro, Fusion, Advance Steel, and the Architecture Engineering Construction Collection. Products are available in various subscription tiers including government and educational pricing.
• McNeelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAs an authorized McNeel reseller, Novedge offers Rhino 3D CAD software (Windows and Mac), including various plugins and bundled offerings. Rhino 8 is one of their featured/best-selling products.
• Dassault SystemescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge resells Dassault Systemes products including SolidWorks and DraftSight. Bundle offerings combine SolidWorks Standard with DraftSight Premium or Professional at discounted package pricing.
• MAXONmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge offers MAXON products including ZBrush and Maxon One subscription. Featured product promotions highlight MAXON alongside other major brands.
• Chaos GroupmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAs a Chaos Group reseller, Novedge offers V-Ray products for rendering. Recent blog content from December 2025 covers the Chaos product line, indicating active partnership engagement.
• BluebeammajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge resells Bluebeam PDF solutions including Basics, Core, Complete, and Max tiers with annual subscriptions. Products target the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AECO) industry.
• SketchUpmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge offers SketchUp Pro subscriptions along with related plugins. Products are featured in bundles with Enscape and other visualization tools.
• GraebertsignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge resells ARES Commander (DWG-based CAD) and ARES Trinity CAD solutions. Products available as perpetual licenses, subscriptions, and network/flex licenses.
• PTCsignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge offers PTC products including Mathcad Prime and Creo Design, providing engineering and mathematical computation software for design professionals.
• KeyShotsignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge resells KeyShot Studio Professional for 3D rendering and visualization, offering subscription-based licensing.
• EnscapesignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge offers Enscape real-time visualization plugins for Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Archicad, and Vectorworks. Bundles combining Enscape with Rhino are available.
• AsunisignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge resells Asuni products including VisualARQ (BIM for Rhino), Lands Design (landscape design), and RhinoLands (BIM for landscape).
• 3DconnexionsignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge sells 3Dconnexion hardware including SpaceMouse (Enterprise, Pro Wireless, Compact), CadMouse, and accessories. Products featured in bundles with Rhino software.
• High Speed ComputingsignificantChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge resells High Speed Computing workstations including Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Copper tier systems configured for CAD, BIM, and 3D design workloads.
• Redshift (Maxon)notableChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNovedge offers Redshift GPU renderer subscriptions for 3D artists and designers.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SHI International: SHI is a large IT solutions provider reselling software, hardware, and cloud services to enterprise and public-sector customers. It competes with Novedge on enterprise seat-license deals and public-sector/AEC procurement contracts.
• CDW: CDW is a large multi-vendor IT reseller offering software, hardware, and services to enterprise and education customers. While not specialized in design software, it sells overlapping CAD/BIM licenses (Autodesk, Adobe, Microsoft) to the same enterprise buyers Novedge targets.
• SoftwareOne: SoftwareOne is a global software and cloud licensing specialist with proprietary SAM and FinOps tools. It is a broader incumbent in software license resale/optimization that competes with Novedge in the procurement and licensing services space across many publisher catalogs.
• Insight Enterprises: Insight is a global IT solutions and software reseller serving enterprise and SMB clients. It overlaps with Novedge on Autodesk, Adobe, and other publisher resale, particularly for mid-market and enterprise design software customers.

Direct peers

• GoEngineer: GoEngineer is a leading US reseller and implementation partner for SolidWorks, Stratasys 3D printing, and other design/engineering software. It is a direct peer because it sells overlapping CAD/CAM/3D design software to the same professional buyer base (engineers, industrial designers, manufacturers) via an authorized-reseller model.
• Microsol Resources: Microsol Resources is an Autodesk Platinum Partner reselling BIM, AEC, and manufacturing software with a focus on the architecture and building engineering community. It directly competes with Novedge in the Autodesk AEC/BIM resale segment.
• Hawk Ridge Systems: Hawk Ridge Systems is a North American reseller for SOLIDWORKS, CAM, and 3D design tools, serving mechanical engineering and product design customers. Its target customer base (product designers and engineers) overlaps significantly with Novedge's industrial design segment.
• IMAGINiT Technologies: IMAGINiT is an Autodesk Platinum reseller providing software, training, and consulting for AEC and manufacturing customers. It directly competes with Novedge on Autodesk product resale to architects, engineers, and manufacturers.
• KETIV Technologies: KETIV is an Autodesk-focused software reseller and training provider serving manufacturing, AEC, and engineering firms in the western US. Like Novedge, it combines authorized software resale with implementation support and customer education.
• Engineer Supply: Engineer Supply is a US retailer of engineering, surveying, and design software plus related hardware. It directly competes with Novedge in selling niche design and engineering software tools to professional SMB buyers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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