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Compare Ansys HFSS and SolidWorks Simulation 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Mid-Market (49.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Ansys HFSS
Star Rating
(40)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ansys HFSSSolidWorks Simulation
Star Rating
(58)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SolidWorks SimulationSummary
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- Users report that Ansys HFSS excels in finite element analysis with a score of 9.1, while SolidWorks Simulation follows closely with a score of 8.4. Reviewers mention that this makes Ansys HFSS particularly strong for electromagnetic simulations, which is crucial for RF and microwave applications.
- Reviewers mention that SolidWorks Simulation shines in 3D/solid modeling tools, scoring 9.3 compared to Ansys HFSS's 7.5. Users say this makes SolidWorks a preferred choice for mechanical design, as it offers a more intuitive interface for creating complex geometries.
- G2 users highlight that both products have similar ease of use ratings at 8.5, but users on G2 report that SolidWorks Simulation's drawing tools (9.1) are superior to Ansys HFSS's (7.9), making it easier for engineers to create detailed technical drawings.
- Users report that Ansys HFSS has a strong focus on fluid analysis with a score of 8.3, while SolidWorks Simulation scores slightly lower at 8.1. Reviewers mention that this makes Ansys HFSS a better option for applications requiring detailed fluid dynamics simulations.
- Reviewers mention that SolidWorks Simulation offers better customization options, particularly with custom commands and scripts, which can enhance workflow efficiency. Users say this flexibility is a significant advantage for teams needing tailored solutions.
- Users on G2 report that Ansys HFSS has a higher product direction score of 8.3 compared to SolidWorks Simulation's 8.1, indicating that Ansys is perceived as more innovative and responsive to user needs in the evolving field of simulation technology.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ansys HFSS
No pricing availableSolidWorks Simulation
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Ansys HFSS
No trial information availableSolidWorks Simulation
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
32
8.3
41
Ease of Use
8.6
32
8.5
41
Ease of Setup
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8.7
5
Ease of Admin
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Quality of Support
8.6
28
8.5
36
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
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Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
28
8.2
38
Features by Category
Design
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Design
7.7
22
9.1
21
8.0
22
9.0
20
8.0
22
9.0
21
7.9
17
8.1
20
Tools
8.5
8
8.1
19
9.1
17
8.3
21
8.8
8
8.6
18
Work
8.7
10
7.7
18
8.8
11
7.9
18
8.5
8
8.5
19
8.5
8
8.1
17
7.7
10
8.5
19
Environment
8.1
12
8.2
18
8.6
15
8.3
16
8.3
12
7.8
15
8.4
17
8.3
19
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
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Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ansys HFSS and SolidWorks Simulation are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
Ansys HFSS is categorized as PCB Design
SolidWorks Simulation is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ansys HFSS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SolidWorks Simulation
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
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Reviewers' Industry
Wireless
19.4%
Research
19.4%
Higher Education
19.4%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
19.4%
Telecommunications
5.6%
Other
16.7%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
23.6%
Design
16.4%
Higher Education
12.7%
Oil & Energy
7.3%
Machinery
7.3%
Other
32.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is Hfss used for?
1 Comment
HK
HFSS is used for Full-wave EM simulation Read more
Ansys HFSS has no more discussions with answers
What is the use of Solidworks software?
2 Comments
SS
Solidworks is a solid modelling tool that best describes it as a tool which can model the complex machine components and mechanisms.
Also Solidworks has a...Read more
SolidWorks Simulation has no more discussions with answers
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