CabWriter
Free trial onlySketchUp-based cabinet and closet design
Free tier & pricing
Fully functional 30-day self-serve trial (all Pro/Closet/CNC features) running inside SketchUp; after that each module is a paid license.
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The short answer
CabWriter is a SketchUp extension that draws cabinets and closets, generates shop drawings, cut lists, and CNC DXF.
The facts
- Pricing
- Paid · Free trial only
- Free tier
- No
- Runs in browser
- No
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS
- 2D / 3D
- Good 3D
- Learning curve
- Moderate
- Export formats
- DXF
The catch
- Desktop install only — no browser version.
Best for
SketchUp users designing cabinets and closets
CabWriter: questions, answered
Is CabWriter free?
Not really — CabWriter offers a free trial rather than a lasting free tier. Fully functional 30-day self-serve trial (all Pro/Closet/CNC features) running inside SketchUp; after that each module is a paid license. After the trial it costs Paid.
What platforms does CabWriter run on?
CabWriter is available on Windows, macOS. It is a desktop install with no browser version.
What file formats can you export from CabWriter?
CabWriter exports to DXF. That includes CAD formats, so you can hand files to a contractor or open them in AutoCAD.
Does CabWriter do 3D and photorealistic renders?
CabWriter supports 3D with good 3d render quality. For fully photorealistic output you may want a heavier tool.
Is CabWriter easy to learn?
Moderate to pick up. SketchUp users designing cabinets and closets