Average Ratings 5 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

Average Ratings 2 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

ZWCAD is a powerful, reliable, and DWG compatible CAD solution. This affordable ZWCAD ensures that you are always able to design with quality and productivity. ZWCAD's innovative features and tools will streamline your workflow. ZWCAD mobile solution CAD Pockets lets your team view, edit, and communicate drawings anywhere and anytime. AEC, MFG. Mechanical, GIS. Civil Engineering... No matter what industry you work in, there are vertical applications that will suit your needs. Porting is possible for strong APIs such as VBA, ZRX and LISP.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

CAD&BIM Free Viewer
3Dfindit
Alibre Atom3D
Anark
CMM-Manager
DELECO
Designhubz
FactWork
Fishbowl
GoSaaS Integrator
K-Display Convert
Lattice Technology
Moldex3D
Open IFC Viewer
Rollup
SOLIDWORKS MBD
SimLab CAD Viewer
SimLab Composer
SolidView
Unifize

Integrations

CAD&BIM Free Viewer
3Dfindit
Alibre Atom3D
Anark
CMM-Manager
DELECO
Designhubz
FactWork
Fishbowl
GoSaaS Integrator
K-Display Convert
Lattice Technology
Moldex3D
Open IFC Viewer
Rollup
SOLIDWORKS MBD
SimLab CAD Viewer
SimLab Composer
SolidView
Unifize

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$899
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

ZWCAD Software

Founded

1998

Country

China

Website

www.zwsoft.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

Architectural CAD

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

CAD Viewers

Annotate
Batch Conversion
Collaboration Tools
Editing
Track Changes
View .DWF Files
View .DWG Files
View .IGES Files
View .STEP Files
View .STL Files
View 2D Files
View 3D Files

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

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