SolidWorks

by Dassault Systèmes · Waltham, United States · Since 1995

Mechanical CAD.

CAD, 3D & engineering softwareRecommended

Starting price: On request; Ask for a quote
Free trial / plan: Not advertised
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.3; transparency & India fit

What is SolidWorks?

SolidWorks is cad, 3d & engineering software from Dassault Systèmes, based in Waltham, United States and has been building software since 1995. Mechanical CAD.

CAD and 3D software covers mechanical and architectural design, BIM, structural analysis, CAM and rendering. Licensing is expensive, so subscription versus perpetual and Indian reseller support matter.

Pricing is quoted per organisation, so ask the vendor for a proposal that matches your size.

What works well

+31 years in business — a mature, stable product
+One of the top-ranked cad, 3d & engineering software options in our catalogue

What to watch out for

−Pricing is not published — expect a sales conversation before you see costs
−No permanently free plan
−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Mid-market · Enterprise

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SolidWorks features

Category-standard capabilities plus what SolidWorks adds. Verify depth in a demo.

2D drafting and 3D modelling
BIM and structural analysis
Simulation and FEA
CAM and CNC programming
Rendering and visualisation
Collaboration and versioning
Interoperability (DWG, STEP, IFC)
Education licences

SolidWorks pricing

Entry price

On request

Quoted per organisation after a discovery call

How SolidWorks charges. Dassault Systèmes prices per organisation based on users, modules and implementation scope. Ask for a quote that includes onboarding, training and annual increases.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on solidworks.com.

Specifications

Category: CAD, 3D & engineering software
Vendor: Dassault Systèmes
Headquarters: Waltham, United States
Founded: 1995
Pricing model: Quote-based
Starting price: On request
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Mid-market, Enterprise
Made in India: No

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SolidWorks — frequently asked questions

What is SolidWorks?+

SolidWorks is cad, 3d & engineering software by Dassault Systèmes. Mechanical CAD.

How much does SolidWorks cost?+

SolidWorks does not publish a price list; pricing is quoted per organisation. Request a demo through App Advisor and we will ask the vendor for a written quote.

Does SolidWorks offer a free trial or free plan?+

SolidWorks does not advertise a free plan; ask the vendor for a trial or a guided demo.

Is SolidWorks made in India?+

No. SolidWorks is developed by Dassault Systèmes in Waltham, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is SolidWorks best suited for?+

SolidWorks suits mid-market, enterprise buyers looking for cad, 3d & engineering software.

What are the best alternatives to SolidWorks?+

Popular alternatives in cad, 3d & engineering software include FreeCAD, SketchUp, Autodesk Fusion. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is SolidWorks deployed?+

SolidWorks is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.