Average Ratings 5 Ratings
Average Ratings 3 Ratings
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
SelfCAD is a powerful 3D modeling software that is easy to use. Users can be able to model, sculpt, render, and even slice all under one program. The program targets beginners, hobbyists, professionals, students, small and large business owners and freelancers who would like to design their 3D models quickly without having to spend a lot of time learning how to use the software.
SelfCAD has a simplified interface in which the tools are well arranged in the interface making it an easy to use software.
There are a lot many interactive tutorials available that makes learning fun.
If you would like to introduce your students to 3D modeling, prepare professionals prototypes or designs, this is the best tool you need.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Accelygen
Yes
ArtiosCAD
Yes
Autodesk Viewer
Yes
CADbro
Yes
EMWorks
Yes
FreeMILL
Yes
Glovius CAD Viewer
Yes
ImageSite
Yes
MIDAS FEA NX
Yes
Mercura
Yes
Integrations
Accelygen
No
ArtiosCAD
No
Autodesk Viewer
No
CADbro
No
EMWorks
No
FreeMILL
No
Glovius CAD Viewer
No
ImageSite
No
MIDAS FEA NX
No
Mercura
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
Free
$14.99/M, $149.99/YR
$500 perpetual license
$500 perpetual license
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
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
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
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
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Dassault Systèmes
Founded
1981
Country
France
Website
www.solidworks.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
SelfCAD
Founded
2016
Country
United States
Website
www.selfcad.com
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
3D Modeling
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
Yes
Annotations
No
Bill of Materials
No
Character Modeling
No
Collaboration Tools
No
Component Library
Yes
Data Import / Export
Yes
For 3D Printing
Yes
For Architects
Yes
For Manufacturers
Yes
Reference Management
No
Simulation
Yes
3D Printing
Analytics
No
Customizable Support Structures
Yes
ERP
No
Integrates with CAD
Yes
Mesh Analysis and Repair
Yes
Model Setup and Plating
No
Multi-User Support and Permissions
No
Multiple/Shared Print Queues
No
Pre-Print Simulations
No
Print File Creation
Yes
Slicing
Yes