Average Ratings 5 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

Average Ratings 6 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

Description

SOLIDWORKS is a world-leading 3D design, CAD, and product development platform that has defined innovation for engineers and creators for over three decades. Built by Dassault Systèmes, it delivers a unified environment for design, simulation, documentation, and manufacturing—all with the goal of helping users bring ideas to life faster. The 2026 version marks a major leap forward with AI-powered automation, including selective loading for large assemblies, fastener recognition, and AURA AI, an intelligent design companion that boosts productivity. Deep integration with the 3DEXPERIENCE cloud ecosystem allows teams to collaborate securely, access designs anywhere, and connect real-time data from concept to production. With powerful simulation tools, electrical design integration, and streamlined workflows, SOLIDWORKS reduces manual effort and design iteration time dramatically. Its intuitive interface and broad compatibility make it ideal for both professionals and students. Trusted by innovators like Future Motion, Toyota, and Vermeer, SOLIDWORKS continues to shape the future of design and engineering. Whether you’re creating consumer products, vehicles, or complex machinery, it provides everything you need to go from idea to reality.

Description

Integrated version control along with straightforward management tools eliminates the expensive requirement for a separate PDM system, ensuring that you and your team always have access to the most current design data. Every alteration made by users is meticulously logged, allowing for a history of changes that can be reversed at any moment, thus offering limitless undo/redo options alongside a thorough audit trail. The option to branch and merge facilitates the simultaneous development of various product concepts. One of the standout features of SolidFace is its parameterization capability, which is utilized throughout all phases of design. 3D motion simulation benefits from this as it updates in real-time with any movement. Additionally, the software can simulate 2D mechanisms, allowing for analysis in either a 2D drawing space or within the 3D sketch environment. Furthermore, SolidFace provides direct access to an extensive online part library, boasting over 100 million part numbers sourced from numerous top manufacturers and distributors, as well as thousands of standards such as ISO, ANSI, DIN, NF, GB, and ASME. This comprehensive resource enhances the design process, making it more efficient and effective for users.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

3D ContentCentral
Anark
Autodesk Viewer
Bechtle PLM
BobCAD-CAM
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Canvas Envision
Canvas X Geo
Designhubz
EZ-CAM
Esko Software
Eziil
ImageSite
K-Display View
Manufacturo
RayViz
SEE Electrical
SimLab CAD Viewer
VXelements
VisualCAM

Integrations

3D ContentCentral
Anark
Autodesk Viewer
Bechtle PLM
BobCAD-CAM
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Canvas Envision
Canvas X Geo
Designhubz
EZ-CAM
Esko Software
Eziil
ImageSite
K-Display View
Manufacturo
RayViz
SEE Electrical
SimLab CAD Viewer
VXelements
VisualCAM

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$89 per quarter
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Dassault Systèmes

Founded

1981

Country

France

Website

www.solidworks.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

SolidFace Technology

Founded

2013

Country

United States

Website

solidface.com

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing
Animation
Annotations
Bill of Materials
Character Modeling
Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Data Import / Export
For 3D Printing
For Architects
For Manufacturers
Reference Management
Simulation

Architecture

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
BIM Modeling
Bills of material
Building Information Modeling
Client Management
Contact Management
Contract Management
Document Management
Drafting
Manufacturing Design Data
Presentation Tools
Project Management
Proposal Management
Quotes/Proposals
Visualization / Presentation

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling
2D Drawing
3-Axis Milling
3D Modeling
4-Axis Milling
5-Axis Milling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Simulate Cycles
Spiral Output
Structural Engineering
Toolpath Simulation
User Defined Cycles

Engineering

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Structural Engineering

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing
Animation
Annotations
Bill of Materials
Character Modeling
Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Data Import / Export
For 3D Printing
For Architects
For Manufacturers
Reference Management
Simulation

Architectural CAD

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Architectural Symbol Library
Automatic Formatting
BIM Modeling
Comparison View
Design Templates
Drafting

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling
2D Drawing
3-Axis Milling
3D Modeling
4-Axis Milling
5-Axis Milling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Simulate Cycles
Spiral Output
Structural Engineering
Toolpath Simulation
User Defined Cycles

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