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Compare Abaqus and Simcenter STAR-CCM+ 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (38.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Abaqus
Star Rating
(50)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AbaqusSimcenter STAR-CCM+
Star Rating
(167)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (38.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Simcenter STAR-CCM+Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Simcenter STAR-CCM+ excels in handling complex multiphysics simulations seamlessly within a single workflow. Users appreciate the automated meshing feature, which significantly reduces the time spent on manual tasks, making it a preferred choice for those needing efficiency in their simulations.
- Users say that Abaqus offers a straightforward workflow, particularly highlighting its extensive material library with numerous predefined models. This feature allows users to easily adjust parameters, which is beneficial for those who require flexibility in their simulations.
- Reviewers mention that Simcenter STAR-CCM+ provides an integrated platform for preprocessing, solving, and post-processing, which eliminates the need to switch between different software. This integration is praised for its efficiency, allowing users to access tools quickly and streamline their workflow.
- According to verified reviews, Abaqus is recognized for its strong solvers and non-linear capabilities, which deliver accurate simulation results. Users value the technical documentation that supports these features, making it a reliable option for complex analyses.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Simcenter STAR-CCM+ has a higher overall satisfaction score compared to Abaqus, reflecting its user-friendly interface and ease of use. Users specifically note the software's ability to automatically clean up improper CAD geometry, saving hours of manual repair work.
- Users report that while Abaqus has strong finite element analysis capabilities, it faces challenges in user experience compared to Simcenter STAR-CCM+. Reviewers have noted that Simcenter's ease of setup and administration contributes to a smoother onboarding process, making it more accessible for new users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Abaqus
No pricing availableSimcenter STAR-CCM+
No pricing availableFree Trial
Abaqus
No trial information availableSimcenter STAR-CCM+
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
37
8.5
114
Ease of Use
7.5
38
8.1
134
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
7.8
52
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
7.1
18
Quality of Support
8.1
35
8.6
113
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.6
17
Product Direction (% positive)
7.4
36
8.3
115
Features by Category
Design
6.4
18
7.6
83
6.6
18
7.4
77
6.5
19
8.0
80
7.0
16
8.2
76
Tools
8.2
14
9.1
88
8.8
22
7.1
56
8.1
16
7.1
49
Work
7.9
15
7.2
44
8.1
13
7.1
47
8.4
18
7.3
40
8.0
14
6.8
38
8.0
11
7.0
48
Environment
7.0
15
8.1
65
8.3
12
7.9
60
8.5
13
Feature Not Available
8.6
18
8.4
67
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Abaqus and Simcenter STAR-CCM+ are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
Abaqus has no unique categories
Simcenter STAR-CCM+ has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Abaqus
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Simcenter STAR-CCM+
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
Higher Education
20.4%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.3%
Automotive
16.3%
Aviation & Aerospace
12.2%
Research
10.2%
Other
24.5%
Automotive
26.3%
Aviation & Aerospace
12.5%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
11.8%
Higher Education
10.5%
Oil & Energy
9.2%
Other
29.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Abaqus has no discussions with answers
What is Star CD?
1 Comment
BC
STAR CD is the old branding of the software when it was owned by CD-Adapco. Some people still refer to the current software as STAR or STAR CD or STAR-CCM+....Read more
What is Simcenter STAR-CCM+ used for?
1 Comment
PN
STAR CCM+ is used for the simulation of Fluid, Thermal, Reactive, Multiphase flow problems.Read more
Simcenter STAR-CCM+ has no more discussions with answers
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