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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (53.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Starting at $90.47 Per Month
AutoCAD
Star Rating
(1,848)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2940/2 years
Browse all 4 pricing plansDesigncenter Solid Edge
Star Rating
(552)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $90.47 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Solid Edge excels in 3D/solid modeling tools, scoring 9.2, which reviewers mention allows for more complex designs and better manipulation of solid models compared to AutoCAD's score of 7.0. This makes Solid Edge a preferred choice for users focused on advanced modeling capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that AutoCAD shines in drawing tools, achieving a score of 9.3, while Solid Edge follows closely with a score of 9.0. Users appreciate AutoCAD's extensive library of drawing features, which they find essential for creating detailed technical drawings.
- Users on G2 highlight Solid Edge's superior rendering capabilities, scoring 8.2 compared to AutoCAD's 7.4. Reviewers say that Solid Edge provides more realistic visualizations, which is crucial for presentations and client approvals.
- Reviewers mention that Solid Edge offers better ease of setup with a score of 8.4, while AutoCAD scores 8.1. Users report that Solid Edge's installation process is more straightforward, making it easier for new users to get started quickly.
- G2 users note that Solid Edge has a higher quality of support, scoring 8.4 compared to AutoCAD's 8.2. Reviewers say that Solid Edge's customer service is more responsive and helpful, which is a significant factor for businesses relying on timely assistance.
- Users report that Solid Edge has a better overall product direction with a score of 8.2, while AutoCAD scores 8.0. Reviewers mention that Solid Edge's commitment to continuous improvement and feature updates aligns well with their evolving design needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AutoCAD
2 Year Subscription
$2940
/2 years
Ideal for businesses that want consistent long-term pricing.
- Access to the latest software releases
- 1-on-1 online support
- Includes AutoCAD Mobile App
Designcenter Solid Edge
Solid Edge Design and Drafting XaaS
Starting at $90.47
Per Month
Get started quickly with part & assembly design, automated drawings, basic animation and rendering.
- 2D drafting
- Data import and reuse
- Basic 3D part design
Free Trial
AutoCAD
Free Trial is available
Designcenter Solid Edge
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,523
8.4
406
Ease of Use
8.3
1,528
8.3
445
Ease of Setup
8.2
289
8.2
230
Ease of Admin
8.0
201
8.4
86
Quality of Support
8.2
1,369
8.2
377
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
199
8.8
85
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
1,499
8.3
394
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
8.1
475
Not enough data
Design
8.4
409
Not enough data
7.3
377
Not enough data
9.2
415
Not enough data
8.8
406
Not enough data
8.2
371
Not enough data
8.3
197
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.9
363
Not enough data
8.9
416
Not enough data
8.7
410
Not enough data
8.7
394
Not enough data
Construction
8.4
365
Not enough data
8.2
357
Not enough data
7.5
335
Not enough data
8.1
186
Not enough data
7.8
180
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.2
48
Not enough data
7.1
46
Not enough data
6.2
48
Not enough data
Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
CAD to CAM
Not enough data
8.6
99
Not enough data
8.4
93
Not enough data
8.4
94
CNC Programming
Not enough data
7.9
84
Not enough data
8.0
82
Not enough data
8.1
81
Machining
Not enough data
8.2
92
Not enough data
8.1
92
Not enough data
8.4
91
Design
9.4
492
8.9
173
8.0
467
9.0
174
8.2
469
8.7
171
7.4
423
8.2
166
Edit
8.7
482
8.5
169
8.2
436
8.3
161
8.5
480
8.5
169
8.4
455
8.4
162
Collaboration
8.6
472
8.5
165
8.6
459
8.6
166
8.4
441
8.2
165
Data Management
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.8
37
Not enough data
8.6
36
Not enough data
8.9
38
Not enough data
Map Creation
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.0
33
Not enough data
8.7
37
Not enough data
8.7
35
Not enough data
Analysis
8.5
35
Not enough data
8.0
35
Not enough data
8.1
30
Not enough data
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.7
84
Not enough data
8.2
66
Not enough data
8.2
74
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.7
74
Not enough data
8.5
78
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
64
Not enough data
8.6
81
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
72
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.0
26
Not enough data
6.0
26
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
Not enough data
8.6
95
Not enough data
8.6
96
Not enough data
8.5
94
Not enough data
7.9
94
Tools
Not enough data
7.6
80
Not enough data
8.0
86
Not enough data
7.7
82
Work
Not enough data
7.8
83
Not enough data
7.7
83
Not enough data
7.8
83
Not enough data
7.7
77
Not enough data
8.0
82
Environment
Not enough data
8.1
89
Not enough data
8.0
90
Not enough data
7.9
85
Not enough data
8.5
91
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.2
13
8.5
93
7.4
13
7.6
90
9.2
14
8.4
91
9.2
13
8.2
90
8.8
13
7.4
88
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.6
13
8.0
91
8.8
13
8.2
91
8.2
13
7.7
88
8.3
13
7.3
88
8.5
13
7.4
90
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.6
13
7.8
87
8.7
13
7.4
86
8.3
12
7.6
88
8.2
14
7.5
90
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.3
12
7.7
90
8.5
12
7.9
88
8.5
12
7.6
88
9.2
12
8.0
89
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AutoCAD and Designcenter Solid Edge are categorized as General-Purpose CAD and Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Unique Categories
AutoCAD is categorized as GIS and Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Designcenter Solid Edge is categorized as Additive Manufacturing, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and Simulation & CAE
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AutoCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Designcenter Solid Edge
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
Architecture & Planning
22.5%
Civil Engineering
10.5%
Construction
9.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.7%
Design
8.3%
Other
40.7%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
21.1%
Automotive
12.5%
Design
8.9%
Machinery
6.1%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
4.0%
Other
47.4%
Discussions
Can we add simulation?
4 Comments
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Which of the features might be useful for CAD software?
3 Comments
ZM
Photorealistic rendering techniques in AutoCAD are a way to create realistic images of 3D models. These techniques use lighting, material, and rendering...Read more
Is Solidworks or Solid Edge better?
4 Comments
HJ
Solidworks is far better in terms of productivity and user friendly mostly for repetitive models or library parts. Read more
How can solid edge be improved? Making it available for the higher version of the OS.
2 Comments
EK
Hello Mahalakshmi,
The most recent version, Solid Edge 2021, has been certified to run on the Windows 10 Enterprise or Professional (64-bit only) version...Read more
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