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CAD Software · Mechanical CAD
SOLIDWORKS
Parametric mechanical design and manufacturing documentation
A focused mechanical CAD environment for parametric parts, assemblies, drawings, simulation-ready geometry and manufacturing workflows.
- Windows
- Cloud Services
- Desktop
- Machine Design
- Manufacturing Documentation
- Product Engineering
Product overview
What is SOLIDWORKS?
SOLIDWORKS overview
A focused mechanical CAD environment for parametric parts, assemblies, drawings, simulation-ready geometry and manufacturing workflows.
Who should consider it?
Mechanical engineers, machine builders and product development teams.
Evaluation guidance
Architectural BIM or browser-first conceptual modelling.
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Plans and pricing
SOLIDWORKS pricing
Standard
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Premium
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Capabilities
SOLIDWORKS features
Parametric Modelling
SOLIDWORKS supports parametric modelling as part of its core workflow.
Assembly Design
SOLIDWORKS supports assembly design as part of its core workflow.
Sheet Metal
SOLIDWORKS supports sheet metal as part of its core workflow.
Simulation Integration
SOLIDWORKS supports simulation integration as part of its core workflow.
Assembly Design
Structured feature assigned through the EngineX taxonomy.
Manufacturing Drawings
Structured feature assigned through the EngineX taxonomy.
Parametric Modelling
Structured feature assigned through the EngineX taxonomy.
Sheet Metal
Structured feature assigned through the EngineX taxonomy.
Simulation Integration
Structured feature assigned through the EngineX taxonomy.
At a glance
Product specifications
- Platforms
- Windows
- Deployment
- Cloud Services, Desktop
- Licence
- Perpetual, Subscription
- Suitable for
- Machine Design, Manufacturing Documentation, Product Engineering
- Free trial
- Available
- Demo
- Available
Editorial assessment
SOLIDWORKS review
Editorial pros and cons
Pros
- Excellent parametric workflow
- Powerful assembly environment
- Broad reseller and training network
Cons
- Primarily Windows-centric
- Licensing can be complex
Who should choose this product?
Best for
Mechanical engineers, machine builders and product development teams.
Not ideal for
Architectural BIM or browser-first conceptual modelling.
Vendor profile
Dassault Systèmes company details
- Brand name
- Dassault Systèmes
- Information
- Dassault Systèmes develops and supports SOLIDWORKS, CATIA. This is demonstration editorial content.
- Founded
- Not specified
- Headquarters
- Not specified
Side-by-side discovery
Compare SOLIDWORKS with other software
Starting priceUSD 3,995.00
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- Manufacturing Drawings
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- Sheet Metal
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Common questions
SOLIDWORKS FAQs
What is SOLIDWORKS best used for?
Mechanical engineers, machine builders and product development teams.
Does SOLIDWORKS offer a trial or demo?
The demo profile lists Demo on request. Confirm current availability with the vendor.
Which operating systems support SOLIDWORKS?
Windows.
What formats can SOLIDWORKS exchange?
Common demonstration formats include SLDPRT, SLDASM, STEP, IGES, DXF.
Community answers
SOLIDWORKS questions
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Explore your options
SOLIDWORKS alternatives
Starting priceUSD 2,030.00
View productStarting priceUSD 2,910.00
- Building Information Modelling
- Construction Documentation
- MEP Design
- Parametric Components
Starting priceUSD 2,780.00
- Corridor Design
- Grading
- Pipe Networks
- Quantity Takeoff
Starting priceUSD 680.00
- Cloud Collaboration
- Direct Modelling
- Electronics Design
- Integrated CAM
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