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Compare Ansys Icepak and SolidWorks Flow Simulation 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (48.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Ansys Icepak
Star Rating
(25)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ansys IcepakSolidWorks Flow Simulation
Star Rating
(35)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SolidWorks Flow SimulationSummary
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- Users report that Ansys Icepak excels in fluid analysis with a score of 8.2, while SolidWorks Flow Simulation is slightly behind at 8.1. Reviewers mention that Icepak's capabilities in thermal management simulations are particularly robust, making it a preferred choice for electronics cooling applications.
- Reviewers say that SolidWorks Flow Simulation shines in 3D/solid modeling tools, scoring 8.8 compared to Icepak's 6.9. Users on G2 highlight the intuitive interface and seamless integration with SolidWorks CAD, which enhances the overall design workflow.
- G2 users mention that Ansys Icepak has a higher product direction score of 9.4, indicating a strong positive outlook for future updates and features. In contrast, SolidWorks Flow Simulation's score of 7.1 suggests some concerns about its development trajectory, according to reviewers.
- Users say that the quality of support for Ansys Icepak is rated at 8.5, which is slightly better than SolidWorks Flow Simulation's 8.3. Reviewers mention that Icepak's support team is responsive and knowledgeable, particularly in addressing complex simulation queries.
- Reviewers mention that SolidWorks Flow Simulation offers superior drawing tools with a score of 8.3, while Icepak's score is lower at 6.1. Users report that the drawing capabilities in SolidWorks enhance the visualization of fluid dynamics, making it easier to communicate design intent.
- Users on G2 report that Ansys Icepak has a strong focus on discrete event modeling with a score of 7.6, while SolidWorks Flow Simulation leads with 8.3. Reviewers highlight that SolidWorks provides better tools for simulating real-world scenarios, which is crucial for validating designs before production.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ansys Icepak
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Ansys Icepak
No trial information availableSolidWorks Flow Simulation
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
18
8.6
30
Ease of Use
8.1
19
8.3
30
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.5
18
8.3
30
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
19
7.1
28
Features by Category
Design
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Work
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Design
6.9
18
8.8
8
6.1
17
8.3
8
6.9
18
7.7
8
6.8
16
7.7
8
Tools
8.2
18
8.1
8
8.2
17
7.7
8
6.4
12
8.1
8
Work
7.6
13
8.3
8
7.6
13
8.5
8
8.2
14
8.3
8
6.9
12
7.7
8
7.8
15
8.5
8
Environment
7.8
13
8.1
8
7.8
13
8.3
8
7.4
13
9.0
8
7.4
15
8.8
8
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ansys Icepak and SolidWorks Flow Simulation are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
Ansys Icepak has no unique categories
SolidWorks Flow Simulation is categorized as MEP
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ansys Icepak
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SolidWorks Flow 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
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
31.8%
Consumer Electronics
13.6%
Automotive
13.6%
Semiconductors
9.1%
Telecommunications
4.5%
Other
27.3%
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
12.1%
Design
12.1%
Higher Education
9.1%
Automotive
9.1%
Other
36.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is the best way of modeling two-phase immersion cooling?
1 Comment
VG
Hi Jimil, Icepak does not support multi-phase modeling. Ansys Fluent would be a better fit. Please feel free to connect with Ansys Support via...Read more
Ansys Icepak still has issues like it can't simulate inclined PCB why are these issues not sorted out?
1 Comment
VG
Hi Kula Segara.. Have you tried the advanced PCB modeling with Icepak in Ansys Electronics Desktop yet? Inclined PCBs are supported there. Please feel free...Read more
Ansys Icepak has no more discussions with answers
SolidWorks Flow Simulation has no discussions with answers
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