DWG FastView Plus
CAD viewers
General-purpose CAD software
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$47.99 per year
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What is DWG FastView Plus
DWG FastView Plus is a CAD viewing and markup application for opening and reviewing DWG/DXF drawings on desktop and mobile devices. It targets users who need to inspect drawings, add annotations, and share files without using a full CAD authoring system. The Plus edition typically adds productivity features beyond the free viewer tier, such as enhanced collaboration/markup and file management options depending on platform.
Broad DWG/DXF viewing support
It focuses on reliably opening and viewing common 2D CAD drawing formats such as DWG and DXF. This fits teams that need to consume drawings from multiple CAD authoring tools without changing upstream workflows. Compared with full CAD suites, it keeps the feature set centered on review rather than modeling.
Markup and review workflow
The product supports review-oriented actions such as measuring, commenting, and annotating drawings for feedback cycles. This helps non-CAD specialists (project managers, site teams, procurement, QA) communicate changes without editing the source design. It is positioned as a lightweight review layer rather than a full drafting environment.
Mobile-first access to drawings
It is commonly used on phones and tablets for on-site access to drawings, which reduces dependence on workstation-based CAD. Mobile availability supports field review, redlining, and quick checks during installation or inspection. This is a practical differentiator versus desktop-only viewers.
Not a full CAD authoring tool
It is primarily a viewer/markup product and does not replace general-purpose CAD software for creating and editing complex geometry. Users needing parametric modeling, assemblies, or advanced drafting standards typically require a separate CAD system. This limits its role to downstream consumption and review.
Advanced interoperability may be limited
While it centers on DWG/DXF, support for broader CAD/CAE formats and high-fidelity translation workflows is typically narrower than dedicated data-exchange tools. Complex entities, custom objects, or specialized industry add-ons may not render or round-trip perfectly. Teams with heterogeneous 3D formats may need additional viewers or translators.
Feature set varies by platform
Capabilities can differ between mobile and desktop versions, and some functions may depend on the Plus subscription tier. Organizations standardizing processes across devices may need to validate parity for markup, printing, and file handling. This can add evaluation effort during rollout.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Basic DWG/DXF viewing and basic editing available online and via Windows & Mobile; 3D file viewing is noted as available for free on site. |
| Premium | $7.99 per month (monthly) or $47.99 per year (≈ $4.00 per month annual) | Advanced annotation, measurement and editing features; Windows & Mobile access; removes mobile ads; includes 5 GB cloud storage; free trial available; 7-day full refund policy noted. |
| Super (Premium + 3D View) | $14.99 per month (monthly) or $69.99 per year (≈ $5.83 per month annual) | Includes all Premium features plus 3D drawing view and Web access; includes 10 GB cloud storage; usable on Windows, Mobile & Web. |
Seller details
Gstarsoft Co., Ltd.
Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
2001
Public
https://www.gstarcad.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/gstarsoft/
