The manufacturer’s information on the product should say which software works best with the specific vinyl cutter. For example, the Cricut Explore Air 2 works with Design Space software, which is just one of many different types of software compatible with vinyl cutters. Some other ones include Inkscape, CorelDRAW, VinylMaster Cut, and Easy Cut Studio, just to name a few. However, it's extremely important that you first look into the compatibility of the vinyl cutter not only with the software that you plan on investing in but also the computer you're working with. While some vinyl cutters are even compatible with something as unique as an iPad, others have a more restricted list of compatibility, like the VEVOR Vinyl Cutter not being able to be used with a Mac. The last thing you would want is to invest in something like a vinyl cutter, be excited about using it, and then having to return it!