Compare 1factory and Arena PLM & QMS 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (58.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $60.00
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1factory
Star Rating
(18)5.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $60.00
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Star Rating
(440)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Arena PLM & QMS excels in user accessibility, allowing not just engineers but everyone in the company to access and make changes without the need for up-reving parts. This broad access is a significant advantage for teams looking for collaborative tools.
- Users say that 1factory shines in its efficiency features, particularly the CMM auto upload and dynamic quality plans. Reviewers appreciate how these tools streamline processes, turning what used to be a full day of control plan development into just an hour, showcasing its effectiveness in enhancing productivity.
- According to verified reviews, Arena PLM & QMS is praised for its user-friendly interface, with many first-time users finding it easy to navigate. This ease of use is complemented by features like sorting documents, which helps users quickly filter the information they need.
- Reviewers mention that 1factory's intuitive UI and auto-balloon drawing capabilities significantly reduce the time spent on tasks, making it a favorite among users who value simplicity and speed in their quality management processes.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Arena PLM & QMS has a solid overall satisfaction score, it faces challenges in specific areas like setup and administrative ease compared to 1factory, which boasts higher ratings in these categories, indicating a smoother onboarding experience for new users.
- Users report that both products have their strengths, but 1factory's recent feedback indicates a more consistent positive experience, particularly in support quality and product direction, which are crucial for long-term user satisfaction and partnership.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
1factory
Manufacturing Quality
Starting at $60.00
5 User Minimum
Includes all features from the Limited level, plus the following:
- PDF Ballooning
- Quality Control Plans
- Units Conversion
Arena PLM & QMS
Arena PLM Launch
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*additional fees apply
- BOM Management
- Document Management
- Change Management
Free Trial
1factory
Free Trial is available
Arena PLM & QMS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
14
8.6
389
Ease of Use
9.3
15
8.1
396
Ease of Setup
9.9
12
8.1
196
Ease of Admin
9.7
10
8.4
138
Quality of Support
9.9
14
8.5
326
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
10.0
10
8.8
138
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
14
8.5
386
Features by Category
Quality Management
Not enough data
8.3
79
Not enough data
8.3
72
Not enough data
7.9
66
Not enough data
8.2
68
Quality System
Not enough data
8.2
64
Not enough data
8.0
65
Not enough data
8.9
82
Not enough data
8.7
78
Nonconformance
Not enough data
8.3
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
95
|
Verified
Quality system
Not enough data
9.0
100
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
92
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
84
|
Verified
Risk Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.6
64
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.6
66
|
Verified
Inspection Management
Not enough data
7.9
76
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
75
|
Verified
Compliance
Not enough data
8.2
72
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
62
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
69
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
7.8
72
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.9
73
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
84
|
Verified
Services
Not enough data
8.0
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
87
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
68
|
Verified
New Product Introduction
Not enough data
7.6
137
Not enough data
7.8
127
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
131
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
176
|
Verified
CAD
Not enough data
7.2
135
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
124
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.7
103
|
Verified
Collaboration
Not enough data
7.8
143
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
154
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
187
|
Verified
Product Data Management
Not enough data
8.2
152
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
163
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
187
|
Verified
Bill of Materials
Not enough data
8.9
196
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
191
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
180
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
174
|
Verified
Engineering Change Management
Not enough data
8.0
170
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
199
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
192
|
Verified
Simulation
Not enough data
7.1
89
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.1
92
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
91
|
Verified
Analytics
Not enough data
7.2
125
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.9
106
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.2
103
|
Verified
Quality management
Not enough data
7.7
117
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
135
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
130
|
Verified
Integration
Not enough data
7.2
110
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.8
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
6.9
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
89
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.8
37
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Production Control - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Production Monitoring - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Collection and Analysis - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Manufacturing Execution System
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
1factory and Arena PLM & QMS are categorized as Quality Management (QMS) and Medical QMS
Unique Categories
1factory is categorized as Manufacturing Execution System
Arena PLM & QMS is categorized as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
1factory
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Arena PLM & QMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Machinery
33.3%
Manufacturing
11.1%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
11.1%
Automotive
11.1%
Semiconductors
5.6%
Other
27.8%
Medical Devices
35.0%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
11.0%
Biotechnology
7.7%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
5.4%
Consumer Electronics
4.7%
Other
36.2%
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Discussions
What is 1factory used for?
1 Comment
CD
Quality Managment SystemRead more
Has anyone become proficient at using 1Factory for FAIs?
1 Comment
JF
Hi Randy, if you still have any questions please reach out to support@1factory.com. We can get on a training call with you or send whichever help resources...Read more
1factory has no more discussions with answers
What does a PLM do?
2 Comments
KA
A PLM is the gate keeper for your intellectual property, and the avenue for your manufacturer to build the product per your specificationsRead more
Is Arena PLM more cost-effective than keeping an aging Agile PLM system with limited support?
1 Comment
Official Response from Arena PLM & QMS
Yes. Arena PLM is more cost‑effective than maintaining an aging Agile PLM system with limited support. As a cloud‑native platform, Arena eliminates...Read more
What is the best way to move legacy Agile PLM data (BOMs, suppliers, documents) into Arena Cloud PLM?
1 Comment
Official Response from Arena PLM & QMS
The best way to move from legacy Agile PLM data to Arena Cloud PLM is to leverage the expertise of migration experts, such as Arena solution architects and...Read more
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