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Compare Ansys Fluent and Simcenter STAR-CCM+ 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (38.8% 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 FluentSimcenter 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
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- Users report that Simcenter STAR-CCM+ excels in fluid analysis with a score of 9.2, while Ansys Fluent follows closely with a score of 8.9. Reviewers mention that STAR-CCM+ provides a more intuitive interface for setting up complex fluid simulations, making it easier for new users to get started.
- Reviewers mention that Ansys Fluent shines in finite element analysis with a score of 8.2 compared to Simcenter STAR-CCM+'s 7.0. Users on G2 highlight Fluent's robust capabilities in structural simulations, which are essential for users focusing on mechanical engineering applications.
- Users say that Simcenter STAR-CCM+ offers superior rendering tools, scoring 8.3, while Ansys Fluent's rendering capabilities are rated at 7.6. Reviewers appreciate STAR-CCM+'s ability to produce high-quality visualizations that enhance presentation and analysis of simulation results.
- G2 users report that Ansys Fluent has a slight edge in continuous event modeling with a score of 8.1, compared to Simcenter STAR-CCM+'s 7.0. Reviewers mention that Fluent's modeling capabilities are particularly beneficial for users working on time-dependent simulations.
- Users on G2 highlight that Simcenter STAR-CCM+ has a more user-friendly setup process, scoring 8.0, while Ansys Fluent scores 8.4 in ease of setup. However, reviewers mention that STAR-CCM+ provides better guidance for beginners, making it easier to navigate through initial configurations.
- Reviewers mention that both products have strong support, but Simcenter STAR-CCM+ scores slightly higher in quality of support at 8.7 compared to Ansys Fluent's 8.5. Users report that STAR-CCM+ support is responsive and helpful, particularly for troubleshooting complex simulation issues.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ansys Fluent
No pricing availableSimcenter STAR-CCM+
No pricing availableFree Trial
Ansys Fluent
Free Trial is available
Simcenter STAR-CCM+
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
88
8.5
114
Ease of Use
8.0
88
8.1
134
Ease of Setup
8.4
21
7.8
52
Ease of Admin
8.2
18
7.1
18
Quality of Support
8.5
85
8.6
113
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
17
8.6
17
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
87
8.3
115
Features by Category
Design
7.8
59
7.6
83
7.5
59
7.4
77
7.5
60
8.0
80
7.6
58
8.2
76
Tools
8.9
60
9.1
88
8.2
60
7.1
56
7.7
54
7.1
49
Work
7.5
53
7.2
44
8.1
53
7.1
47
8.0
53
7.3
40
7.2
49
6.8
38
8.0
52
7.0
48
Environment
7.2
49
8.1
65
8.0
53
7.9
60
7.2
52
Feature Not Available
7.9
56
8.4
67
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ansys Fluent and Simcenter STAR-CCM+ are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
Ansys Fluent has no unique categories
Simcenter STAR-CCM+ has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ansys Fluent
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
20.2%
Aviation & Aerospace
10.5%
Design
7.9%
Education Management
7.0%
Automotive
7.0%
Other
47.4%
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
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
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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