Average Ratings 5 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

Average Ratings 5 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

Design delightfully. Collaborate clearly. Build better buildings. The joy of drawing by hands. The ease and sophistication of 3D modeling software. Build sustainable buildings. Change the world. Hundreds of professionally-developed extensions at your fingertips. 3D Design. Document in 2D. Make your work easier. Your team and the 3D community will benefit from efficiency. Technology can make a great idea shine.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

CAD Blocks Free Yes 
MeshCAM Yes 
Meshmatic Yes 
Poliigon Yes 
SimLab CAD Viewer Yes 
SimLab Composer Yes 
Store Visualizer Yes 
Virtofy Yes 
Yulio Yes 
iRender Yes 
Accelygen Yes 
Anark Yes 
DELECO Yes 
DriveWorks Yes 
Envision evCreator Yes 
Global Shop Solutions Yes 
K-Display View Yes 
ThinkDesign Yes 
Unity Reflect No 
Vistapoint Yes 

Integrations

CAD Blocks Free Yes 
MeshCAM Yes 
Meshmatic Yes 
Poliigon Yes 
SimLab CAD Viewer Yes 
SimLab Composer Yes 
Store Visualizer Yes 
Virtofy Yes 
Yulio Yes 
iRender Yes 
Accelygen No 
Anark No 
DELECO No 
DriveWorks No 
Envision evCreator No 
Global Shop Solutions No 
K-Display View No 
ThinkDesign No 
Unity Reflect Yes 
Vistapoint No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$119 per year
Free Trial Yes 
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 Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

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

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
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 No 
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

Trimble

Founded

1978

Country

United States

Website

www.sketchup.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

Architecture

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

Floor Plan

2D Floor Plans No 
3D Floor Plans No 
Annotation No 
Diagram Templates No 
Document Management No 
Drafting No 
Drag & Drop No 
Lighting Control No 
Object Library No 
Rendering No 

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