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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

With SOLIDWORKS® Model-Based Definition (MBD), you can define and structure 3D dimensions, tolerances, datums, notes, Bills of Material (BOMs), and various annotations, while also customizing templates for manufacturing documentation like Part or Assembly Specifications, Request for Quote (RFQ), and Incoming Inspection Reports. Additionally, the software allows for publishing in popular formats such as eDrawings®, STEP 242, and 3D PDF, ensuring effective 3D communication. To facilitate the transition to model-based methodologies, SOLIDWORKS Standard incorporates several user-friendly features in every license. Users of SOLIDWORKS Standard can annotate both 3D parts and assemblies, arrange these 3D definitions with annotation views, and communicate effortlessly in eDrawings, all within a fully 3D environment. This integration not only enhances clarity but also streamlines the design and manufacturing processes, making it an invaluable tool for professionals in the field.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

CAMWorks Yes 
CMM-Manager Yes 
Canvas Envision Yes 
CrossCad/Ware Yes 
DraftAid Yes 
ENCY Yes 
ENCY Robot Yes 
Emulate3D Yes 
Genius ERP Yes 
HSMXpress Yes 
MRPeasy Yes 
NCG CAM Yes 
ProNest 2021 Yes 
Rollup Yes 
Simpleware Yes 
ThinkDesign Yes 
Vectary Yes 
Virtofy Yes 
Yulio Yes 
hyperMILL Yes 

Integrations

CAMWorks No 
CMM-Manager No 
Canvas Envision No 
CrossCad/Ware No 
DraftAid No 
ENCY No 
ENCY Robot No 
Emulate3D No 
Genius ERP No 
HSMXpress No 
MRPeasy No 
NCG CAM No 
ProNest 2021 No 
Rollup No 
Simpleware No 
ThinkDesign No 
Vectary No 
Virtofy No 
Yulio No 
hyperMILL No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Dassault Systèmes

Founded

1981

Country

France

Website

www.solidworks.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

SOLIDWORKS

Founded

1993

Country

United States

Website

www.solidworks.com/product/solidworks-mbd

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

Architecture

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
BIM Modeling No 
Bills of material No 
Building Information Modeling No 
Client Management No 
Contact Management No 
Contract Management No 
Document Management No 
Drafting No 
Manufacturing Design Data No 
Presentation Tools No 
Project Management No 
Proposal Management No 
Quotes/Proposals No 
Visualization / Presentation No 

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Engineering

2D Drawing Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
Chemical Engineering No 
Civil Engineering No 
Collaboration Yes 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Engineering Yes 
Mechanical Engineering Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Structural Engineering No 

Product Features

Product Data Management

Bill of Material Management No 
Document Management No 
Formula Management No 
Product Analytics No 
Product Lifecycle Management No 
Testing Management No 
Version Control No 

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