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Buy Fundamentals - Monthly £97 + UK VAT
Buy Fundamentals - Yearly £970+ UK VAT (save 16%) (£80.83 per month)

Buy Architect - Monthly £135 + UK VAT
Buy Architect - Yearly £1350 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£112.50 per month)

Buy Spotlight - Monthly £135 + UK VAT
Buy Spotlight - Yearly £1350 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£112.50 per month)

Buy Landmark - Monthly £135 + UK VAT
Buy Landmark - Yearly £1350 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£112.50 per month)

Buy Designer - Monthly £174 + UK VAT
Buy Designer - Yearly £1740 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£145 per month)

Vectorworks 2024 Subscription Plans

Vectorworks subscription plans are the best way to get Vectorworks at a reduced upfront cost for the length of time you need. They're flexible, cost effective, and always keep you up to date with the latest features.

Choose a plan that's right for you from the options below. Please note that the purchase links will take you directly to Vectorworks and you will need to make a free Vectorworks account if you don't already have one.

Vectorworks Architect

Vectorworks Architect will allow you to work in a fully integrated BIM workflow, supporting your design process from start to finish.

Buy Vectorworks Architect - Monthly £135 + UK VAT
Buy Vectorworks Architect - Yearly £1350 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£112.50 per month)

Vectorworks Fundamentals

Vectorworks Fundamentals will help you simplify your design process and easily create and document anything you can imagine.

Buy Vectorworks Fundamentals - Monthly £97 + UK VAT
Buy Vectorworks Fundamentals - Yearly £970+ UK VAT (save 16%) (£80.83 per month)

Vectorworks Spotlight

Spotlight is a complete production package that lets you create unique experiences for the entertainment industry.

Buy Vectorworks Spotlight - Monthly £135 + UK VAT
Buy Vectorworks Spotlight - Yearly £1350 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£112.50 per month)

Vectorworks Landmark

Landmark is a complete solution for landscape designers who need to automate designs, documentation, construction and irrigation workflows.

Buy Vectorworks Landmark - Monthly £135 + UK VAT
Buy Vectorworks Landmark - Yearly £1350 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£112.50 per month)

Vectorworks Designer

Designer is for the one who wants it all. A complete suite of all Design Series tools from Architect, Spotlight and Landmark.

Buy Vectorworks Designer - Monthly £174 + UK VAT
Buy Vectorworks Designer - Yearly £1740 + UK VAT (save 16%) (£145 per month)

Vectorworks Braceworks

Braceworks is the easy way to gauge performance of temporary structures under load.

Buy Braceworks Monthly with Spotlight £215.00 p/m excl VAT

Vectorworks ConnectCAD

ConnectCAD supports AV system designers to manage connected systems with Spotlight and Designer.

Buy ConnectCAD Monthly with Spotlight £148.00 p/m excl VAT

Entertainment Bundle

The Entertainment Bundle combines Braceworks and ConnectCAD with Spotlight or Designer.

Buy Bundle Monthly with Spotlight £240.00 p/m excl VAT

Vectorworks Subscription Benefits

Use Vectorworks Anywhere

Use the software in the office, at home, or even on the commute.

Stay Up To Date With The Latest Releases

You’ll get instant access to new software releases and improvements as they launch.

Simple Subscription Management

Your Customer Portal lets you manage your software licences directly from your own account.

Direct Technical Support

As a subscriber, you have access to helpful documentation, tutorials, training videos, and community support forums online. You'll even be able to speak to someone over email or the phone if you prefer.

Take Advantage Of Flexibility

For short-term needs such as temporary staff of one-off projects, monthly subscriptions are ideal. Your subscription will automatically renew each month, but you have the control to cancel up to four days before your renewal date, avoiding charges for the next billing cycle.

Alternatively, annual subscriptions are a cost-effective way to maintain a subscription for 12 months. With a yearly subscription you’ll pay for 10 months and get two months free, versus a monthly subscription, billed annually. As with the monthly subscription, you have the control to cancel up to four days before your renewal date.

Product Comparisons

Which version of Vectorworks is right for me?

The Vectorworks Design Series (Architect, Landmark and Spotlight) are a complete solution for industry professionals to design, present and document projects. Vectorworks Fundamentals serves as a general modeling and drawing tool, while Vectorworks Designer offers the entire suite all in one package. To learn more about the different products, compare the versions using the links below.

• Compare Fundamentals, Architect and Designer

• Compare Fundamentals, Landmark and Designer

• Compare Fundamentals, Spotlight and Designer

FAQs

SUBSCRIPTION FAQ

In order to provide a seamless, innovative, and user-friendly customer experience, Vectorworks is better aligning our purchase options with our continuous development cycle. As of 1st January 2023, monthly and annual subscriptions are the only purchasing option for licences of Vectorworks in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada. This change will go into effect in all other markets by 1st January 2025. Please reach out to your local Vectorworks distributor to learn more about the timeline in your market.

If you already have a perpetual licence with a Service Select agreement, your benefits will remain intact as long as your agreement remains active. This will allow you to manage your licences the same way you always have, including maintaining access to the latest version. If you need to add new licences to your organisation, you will add those new licences as subscription licences. Any added subscription licences will not impact the existing perpetual licences or your Service Select agreement.

If you own a perpetual licence without a Service Select agreement in place, you still own that licence and can continue to use it as long as you have a compatible operating system. You will not be eligible for any benefits of Service Select, including access to the latest version on your perpetual licence going forward. If you need to upgrade to the latest version, there is a conversion program in place to assist – you can find details below.

Additional details and specific policies can be found below, but if you have questions related to your account or options please read on for more details or

What has changed?

In select markets, the option to purchase Vectorworks perpetual licences is no longer available. Existing perpetual licences will continue to work on compatible devices, and active Service Select members will be able to continue to renew their agreements and access their associated benefits. Monthly and annual subscription licences are available for purchase.

Why is Vectorworks making this change?

We are making this change for two reasons. First, Vectorworks is evolving to continue providing cutting-edge technology, improved stability and quality, and better support for all our customers. We are accelerating our commitment to a continuous development cycle that will allow us to release new features when they are ready rather than one annual release, which we believe will enable us to deliver higher quality updates and better support. To ensure the best customer experience, we believe all customers should be utilising the latest version, and subscription licences ensure each customer has immediate access to the latest version.

Secondly, we want to simplify the purchasing process and provide competitive and accessible pricing, enabling more designers to use Vectorworks for a multitude of project types. With a low upfront investment, subscriptions provide an accessible and affordable technology solution.

What if I already own a perpetual licence.

If you own a perpetual licence, you will continue to own this licence and be able to use it as long as you have a compatible device. Existing perpetual licences on prior versions are not eligible for upgrade but if it is the current version or any of the prior 3 versions, it can be traded in for a discounted annual subscription. Your licences will always be accessible to you through the Customer Portal if you have ever had a Select Service agreement, even if that Service Select agreement is no longer active.

Existing perpetual licences that are active on a Service Select maintenance agreement prior to 30th December 2022 and remain active will maintain the benefits of membership, including access to new releases and features once available even after 1st January 2023.

Will new features be added to subscriptions

es, in addition to having access to the latest version once available, subscription licences have enhanced features. As of 14th September 2022, subscription licences include Service Select benefits at no additional cost.

Can I convert my perpetual licecnce to a subscription licence?
You can convert your perpetual licence to an annual subscription (if it’s current version or last 3 versions) at a discounted price for the first year. To redeem this offer, enter the full serial number of your perpetual licence in the discount code field during checkout. This process will transfer ownership of the perpetual licence back to Vectorworks, and you will no longer be able to use any version of the perpetual licence. Please contact your local sales team to review the options for your licence(s) or get assistance with this offer.

Is Vision available on subscription?
Your Vectorworks subscription provides immediate access to the latest version of Vectorworks available in your country. After you have purchased your Vectorworks subscription, you can request serial numbers for three versions prior to the current version within the Customer Portal under the Licences page. Click on the disclosure arrow next to the licence ID to expand the section and then click “request previous versions”. The prior version serial numbers will generate automatically and will be available as long as the subscription is active.

What Products are available on Subscription?
Vectorworks Fundamentals, Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, and Design Suite are all available for purchase as a subscription. Additionally, Braceworks and ConnectCAD are products that can be purchased only with Spotlight or Design Suite subscriptions, but cannot be purchased as stand-alone products.

Which versions of Vectorworks are available on subscription?
Your Vectorworks subscription provides immediate access to the latest version of Vectorworks available in your country. After you have purchased your Vectorworks subscription, you can request serial numbers for three versions prior to the current version within the Customer Portal under the Licences page. Click on the disclosure arrow next to the licence ID to expand the section and then click “request previous versions”. The prior version serial numbers will generate automatically and will be available as long as the subscription is active.

Can I have multiple users on one Vectorworks Subscription?
Subscriptions are single-user access, meaning that only one user can access, activate, and use each subscription licence. A subscription licence can be installed on up to 2 machines, but they cannot be used simultaneously.

What will happen to my active VSS Vectorworks Service Select maintenance agreement?
Your Vectorworks Service Select maintenance agreement will continue to renew annually on the date listed in your contract. Your licence(s) will maintain the benefits of membership, including access to the latest version release once available, as long as the agreement remains active. Please note that as of 1st January 2023, any cancelled or lapsed Service Select agreements will not be able to be reinstated.

As a Service Select member, will the licence upgrade I receive at the time of the new release continue to be perpetual, or will it be upgraded to a subscription licence?
Perpetual licences will remain as perpetual licences, regardless of an active Service Select agreement or not. A perpetual licence will only be converted to a subscription if the licence owner is eligible and chooses to take advantage of our trade in option.

What will happen if I cancel my active VSS agreement?
When your Service Select Maintenance Agreement expires without renewal, you will no longer be able to reinstate your contract or purchase a new contract. Once cancelled, your Vectorworks licence(s) will remain on the last version that was available to you prior to your Service Select contract expiring.

I have an active VSS agreement, what happens If I need to purchase additional modules or new licences?
Although Vectorworks perpetual licences are no longer available for purchase, customers with an active Service Select agreement are able to add modules to their existing perpetual licences. If new licences are needed, they can be purchased as a monthly or annual subscription. Subscription licences include all the same benefits included with your Service Select agreement for a seamless user experience. Adding subscription licences to your organisation will not modify your existing Service Select agreement, and your existing perpetual licences will remain intact.

Are Network licences available for purchase?
New network licences are no longer available for purchase. If you own an existing network licence that is active on a Service Select agreement, contact your local sales representative to discuss options for adding additional seats.

I have an active Service Select maintenance agreement. If I also purchase subscription licences, will these licences have access to the same benefits as my Service Select licences?
Yes, in order to give you a seamless experience subscription licences include a Service Select membership and all associated benefits.

I have an active Service Select maintenance agreement. If I purchase an annual subscription licence, can they be renewed together on the same date?
Yes. Starting in 2023, customers in select markets will have the option to sync renewal dates between your annual subscription licences and your Service Select renewal date at the time a new Subscription is purchased. Customers who do not have an active Service Select contract will also have the option to sync renewal dates for all annual subscription licences. Currently, we are not yet able to combine the invoicing of your Service Select renewal with your Subscription. While you may provide a combined payment for these, you will still receive separate invoices.

Do I need internet access to use a Vectorworks Subscription?
You do not need a constant internet connection to use Vectorworks, but you will need to connect to the internet to activate the licence and you will need to reconnect at least once every 90 days to reauthenticate. Additionally, active subscription customers must connect to the internet within 3 days of the subscription renewal date.

What is the subscription process?
Once you select a plan above, you'll need to either sign in to your existing Vectorworks account or to create a new one. Once the purchase is complete, you'll receive everything you need via email, and your subscription will automatically be renewed on your specified renewal date, unless cancelled. Please note, your device needs to be connected to the internet while Vectorworks is running within three days of your renewal date for your renewal to work.

What happens when a new version of Vectorworks is released?
The latest software version will be made available to you through the Customer Portal.

Can I order additional subscriptions with the same account?
Yes. To add licences, visit the 'Home' page in the Customer Portal and click on 'Add New Subscription'. Select a new licence and follow the checkout process. Once your purchase is made, you will be able to view and edit all your licences in the Customer Portal under 'Home'.

When can I cancel my subscription?
Your monthly or annual subscription may be cancelled up to four days before your renewal date to avoid the charges for the next billing cycle.

How do I cancel my subscription?
Click on the 'Cancel' button located under your licence information in the Customer Portal under 'Home' (Note that you may need to click on the disclosure arrow for the licence to see the Cancel button). Make sure to submit your cancellation at least four days before your software renewal date. Once cancelled, your software will continue working until the end of your billing cycle. You will not be charged with any cancellation fees. Also, once the cancellation process is complete and your software has expired, you will no longer have access to your Vectorworks licence to open any files you created with it. You can still access and print your files using the Vectorworks File Viewer at vectorworks.net/support/downloads/vectorworks-file-viewer.

How do I make a return or get a refund?
We can provide a refund up to 30 days after activation for yearly subscriptions. Refunds for monthly subscriptions are not available. If you no longer need your monthly subscription, please be sure to cancel four days before your renewal date.

Can I reactivate a previously cancelled subscription?
Yes. You can log in to the Customer Portal to activate a previous licence at any time. Under 'Home', choose the licence you want to be reactivate and you will be directed to a screen asking for new payment information (Note that you may need to click on the disclosure arrow for the licence to see the Reactivate button). Please be aware that once you cancel your subscription, we cannot guarantee the same price will apply in the future; the pricing may increase before you reactivate.

Can I convert my expired trial to a subscription?
Yes. Once you open Vectorworks on your computer, you will be prompted to enter a new serial number. A new serial number will be provided when you complete a subscription purchase. You can also find your serial number in the Customer Portal under 'Home'.

Can I install my Vectorworks subscription on my laptop as well as my main computer?
Yes, but you can only actively use Vectorworks on one device at a time.

Are Vectorworks ending perpetual licences?
No. Vectorworks remain committed to offering perpetual licences. Subscription licensing is an added alternative for those who would like greater flexibility or have short-term needs.

Can I convert from a subscription to a perpetual licence?
No. Vectorworks Subscriptions are offered as an alternative to perpetual licensing and there is no conversion or credit available.

Does my Vectorworks subscription come with Service Select or Cloud Services content?
Subscription customers will have access to a free Vectorworks Cloud Services account with 2GB free storage. To access the Service Select Portal, you will need to own a perpetual licence and hold an active Service Select contract.

Still have questions?

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As a result of the announcement by Vectorworks of their move to subscription licensing from 1st January 2023, you may have questions.

Here are some answers to the frequently asked questions about what happens when these changes come in.

Will I lose my perpetual licence?

Absolutely not. Your perpetual license will continue to remain yours (and will continue to work after January 1, 2023) as long as your operating system supports that version. We also highly recommend that you maintain a Service Select membership which can provide you with additional benefits including keeping your perpetual license up to date. If you would like to learn more please email or call us.

Do the Vectorworks Subscription products offer the same tools and functionality?

All subscription products are the same products that you would use with a perpetual license. In the future however Vectorworks plan on enhancing their services and benefits for subscribers, offering more value for your money.

From September all the benefits of Vectorworks Service Select including cloud storage, additional libraries and training will be available to all subscribers.

If you currently own a perpetual license but would like to switch to a subscription license (starting January 1, 2023) we will be able to provide a transition option. This allows you to convert your perpetual license to an annual subscription. We believe that this will be at a preferential cost for perpetual license owners.

Can I convert my perpetual licence to a subscription licence, or subscription to perpetual?

Subscription licenses are the new alternative to perpetual licensing. This means that there is no conversion or credit provided when switching.

If you wish to make the switch now to take advantage of the option to buy perpetual licenses, you can do so by cancelling your monthly subscription and then purchasing a perpetual license. You need to make this switch by 30th December 2022 as after that date, subscription will be your only option for new licenses.

Pricing for Vectorworks subscription licenses remains the same, providing a more affordable options for designers. If you have already invested in a perpetual license and you are concerned about the annual cost of subscription in order to keep up with the latest version, by adding a Service Select membership to your current license you will have all these benefits but at a lower price than an annual subscription.

We expect to see the prices for perpetual licenses and new Vectorworks Service Select to increase when Vectorworks 2023 is released in September. Therefore, we highly recommend investing in upgrading existing licenses, adding Vectorworks Service Select or buying new perpetual seats of Vectorworks during our current promotion.

What are the benefits of Subscription Licensing?

Vectorworks Subscriptions can be purchased on a monthly or annual basis, allowing you to choose what option will best suit you. For example, if you are a designer and use the software infrequently, a monthly subscription will allow you to start and stop as needed.

This means that a lower investment is needed to begin your journey with Vectorworks. You can also increase or decrease the number of seats you pay for in line with the needs of your business.

When you compare the cost of subscriptions over three years, an annual subscription will cost you less than a perpetual license and Vectorworks Service Select at list price.