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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
VariCAD is a 3D/2D CAD software that is primarily used for mechanical engineering design. This CAD software allows designers to quickly create, evaluate and modify models. All features and functions are included in one "fully loaded" package. VariCAD is one of the most intelligent choices on the market today, with a high performance-to-price ratio.
VariCAD is small, lightweight, and easy to use. It also provides all the necessary tools for mechanical design. VariCAD includes:
3D modeling
2D Drawing and Editing
Optional Support for Parameters
Optional Support for Geometrical Constraints
Shells Modeling, Pipelines, Wires
Interferences in Crash Tests
3D Assemblies & Groups
Surface Development (Sheet Metal Unbending)
Symbol Libraries and Mechanical Part Libraries
Calculations of 3D Objects and 2D Sections
BOM and Title Blocks
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
3D_Analyzer
Yes
Alibre Atom3D
Yes
Artec Studio
Yes
Bechtle PLM
Yes
EDGECAM
Yes
ENCY
Yes
ENCY Robot
Yes
Emulate3D
Yes
Envision evCreator
Yes
HSMXpress
Yes
Integrations
3D_Analyzer
No
Alibre Atom3D
No
Artec Studio
No
Bechtle PLM
No
EDGECAM
No
ENCY
No
ENCY Robot
No
Emulate3D
No
Envision evCreator
No
HSMXpress
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
989 €/user
VariCAD Viewer 20 €/user
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
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
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
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Dassault Systèmes
Founded
1981
Country
France
Website
www.solidworks.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
VariCAD
Founded
1994
Country
Czech Republic
Website
varicad.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
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
No
Collaboration
No
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
No
Electrical
No
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
CAD Viewers
Annotate
No
Batch Conversion
Yes
Collaboration Tools
No
Editing
No
Track Changes
No
View .DWF Files
No
View .DWG Files
Yes
View .IGES Files
No
View .STEP Files
Yes
View .STL Files
Yes
View 2D Files
Yes
View 3D Files
Yes