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Compare Ansys Fluent and Ansys HFSS 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Ansys Fluent
Star Rating
(119)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ansys FluentAnsys HFSS
Star Rating
(40)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ansys HFSSSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Ansys HFSS excels in finite element analysis with a score of 9.1, while Ansys Fluent, although strong, scores lower at 8.2. Reviewers mention that HFSS provides more precise electromagnetic simulations, which is crucial for high-frequency applications.
- Reviewers mention that Ansys Fluent shines in fluid analysis, scoring 8.9 compared to HFSS's 8.3. Users on G2 highlight Fluent's robust capabilities in simulating complex fluid dynamics, making it a preferred choice for applications involving fluid flow.
- Users say that the 3D modeling tools in Ansys Fluent are rated slightly higher at 7.8, while HFSS scores 7.5. Reviewers mention that Fluent's modeling tools are more intuitive for fluid dynamics, enhancing user experience in creating simulations.
- G2 users report that both products have similar quality of support, each scoring 8.5. However, users mention that Ansys Fluent has a more extensive community and resources available for troubleshooting fluid dynamics issues.
- Reviewers mention that Ansys HFSS has superior PCB layout editing capabilities, which is essential for high-frequency circuit design, while Fluent lacks this specific feature, focusing instead on fluid and thermal simulations.
- Users report that Ansys HFSS has a more user-friendly interface for electromagnetic simulations, with an ease of use score of 8.5, compared to Fluent's 8.0. Reviewers say that HFSS's interface is more streamlined for users focused on high-frequency applications.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ansys Fluent
No pricing availableAnsys HFSS
No pricing availableFree Trial
Ansys Fluent
Free Trial is available
Ansys HFSS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
88
9.1
32
Ease of Use
8.0
88
8.6
32
Ease of Setup
8.4
21
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.2
18
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.5
85
8.6
28
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
17
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
87
8.3
28
Features by Category
Design
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Tools
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Library
Not enough data
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Platform
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Customization
Not enough data
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Design
7.8
59
7.7
22
7.5
59
8.0
22
7.5
60
8.0
22
7.6
58
7.9
17
Tools
8.9
60
8.5
8
8.2
60
9.1
17
7.7
54
8.8
8
Work
7.5
53
8.7
10
8.1
53
8.8
11
8.0
53
8.5
8
7.2
49
8.5
8
8.0
52
7.7
10
Environment
7.2
49
8.1
12
8.0
53
8.6
15
7.2
52
8.3
12
7.9
56
8.4
17
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ansys Fluent and Ansys HFSS are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ansys Fluent
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Ansys HFSS
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
20.2%
Aviation & Aerospace
10.5%
Design
7.9%
Education Management
7.0%
Automotive
7.0%
Other
47.4%
Wireless
19.4%
Research
19.4%
Higher Education
19.4%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
19.4%
Telecommunications
5.6%
Other
16.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is Ansys Fluent used for?
2 Comments
GD
Modeling and simulating mechanical systemsRead more
Does Ansys student have fluent?
1 Comment
VG
Yes, but has limited capability compare to the professional version.Read more
Ansys HFSS has no more discussions with answers
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