Annual Updates vs Annual Version Release - What's the Difference?
“Why pay for 2025 Annual Updates when the 2025 version of MillBox isn’t out yet?”
It’s a great question—and one we hear often from CAM technicians and lab owners. Many assume that buying Annual Updates means purchasing a specific version, like the 2025 release. But with MillBox, it’s not about a single version—it’s about continuous access. Here’s the difference:
2025 Version: If MillBox sold a standalone “2025 version,” it would be a single software release at one point in time, which could become outdated as new improvements are developed.
2025 Annual Updates: This is a year-long subscription that gives you access to every core revision released from January 1 to December 31, 2025, ensuring continuous improvements.
Let’s break it down further.
What Are 2025 Annual Updates?
When you purchase 2025 Annual Updates, you’re not buying a one-time “2025 version” of MillBox. Instead, you’re getting a full year of access to every core revision released between January 1 and December 31, 2025.
Unlike companies that save new features for a big annual release, CIMsystem delivers core revisions approximately every three weeks. These updates include:
- New features and performance enhancements
- Global CAM strategy improvements
- Stability fixes and compatibility updates (e.g., for Windows)
Why Buy Annual Updates Now?
Waiting for the official “2025 version” might seem like a smart move—but it means missing out on months of valuable updates. By purchasing early, you unlock:
- Continuous Updates
- Access every core revision throughout the year—install monthly, quarterly, or whenever needed.
- Access every core revision throughout the year—install monthly, quarterly, or whenever needed.
- Early Access
- Get new features and optimizations before and after the 2025 version is released.
- Get new features and optimizations before and after the 2025 version is released.
- Stable Operations
- Stay compatible with system updates like Windows to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Stay compatible with system updates like Windows to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Global Strategies
- Leverage the latest CAM innovations from users and partners worldwide.
- Leverage the latest CAM innovations from users and partners worldwide.
- The 2025 Version—and More
- The official 2025 version is just one of many updates you’ll receive.
The Bottom Line
With 2025 Annual Updates, you’re not just buying a version—you’re investing in a full year of continuous improvements to keep your MillBox system optimized and cutting-edge.
Don’t wait for the 2025 version.
Purchase your Annual Updates now to unlock all the benefits from day one.
👉 Contact your dealer today to activate your updates and keep your lab ahead of the curve!