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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (43.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $159.95 1 user With One-Time Purchase
No pricing available
CMS IntelliCAD
Star Rating
(96)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $159.95 1 user With One-Time Purchase
Free Trial is available
Browse all 2 pricing plansSOLIDWORKS
Star Rating
(621)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SOLIDWORKS excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 9.7, while CMS IntelliCAD offers solid performance but slightly lower at 9.1. Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS provides a more comprehensive set of features for complex modeling tasks.
- Reviewers mention that CMS IntelliCAD shines in ease of use, scoring 9.6 compared to SOLIDWORKS's 8.6. Users on G2 appreciate the intuitive interface of CMS IntelliCAD, making it more accessible for beginners.
- G2 users highlight that SOLIDWORKS has superior rendering tools with a score of 8.0, while CMS IntelliCAD outperforms in visualization with a score of 9.5. Users say that CMS IntelliCAD's rendering capabilities allow for more realistic presentations of designs.
- Users report that SOLIDWORKS has a robust library management system, scoring 8.9 for categorization and search, while CMS IntelliCAD's component libraries score lower at 7.9. Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS's extensive library aids in efficient design processes.
- Reviewers mention that CMS IntelliCAD offers better documentation and data extraction features, scoring 9.6 compared to SOLIDWORKS's 8.9. Users on G2 appreciate the clarity and thoroughness of CMS IntelliCAD's documentation, which enhances usability.
- Users say that SOLIDWORKS has a higher quality of support with a score of 8.1, while CMS IntelliCAD scores 9.3. Reviewers mention that CMS IntelliCAD's support team is responsive and helpful, making it a preferred choice for users needing assistance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CMS IntelliCAD
CMS IntelliCAD Premium Edition (PE)
Starting at $159.95
1 user With One-Time Purchase
2D & 3D compatible CAD Software - Standalone perpetual license or Renewable Subscription license with maintenance included.
- .DWG Native Support
- Full 2D & 3D Surface Tools
- Raster image support
SOLIDWORKS
No pricing availableFree Trial
CMS IntelliCAD
Free Trial is available
SOLIDWORKS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
76
8.8
517
Ease of Use
9.5
76
8.6
521
Ease of Setup
9.2
15
8.2
93
Ease of Admin
9.6
13
7.9
46
Quality of Support
9.3
72
8.1
457
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.5
13
8.3
46
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
69
8.6
512
Features by Category
CAD to CAM
Not enough data
9.1
41
Not enough data
8.8
41
Not enough data
8.9
41
CNC Programming
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
8.4
36
Machining
Not enough data
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.7
38
Not enough data
8.7
38
Design
9.7
59
9.5
100
9.5
49
9.4
100
9.5
52
9.3
96
9.2
47
8.1
96
Edit
9.5
53
8.5
94
Feature Not Available
8.3
87
9.5
54
9.3
95
9.4
51
8.3
82
Collaboration
9.6
54
8.6
91
9.5
46
9.0
93
9.6
51
8.4
87
Library
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
8.6
22
CAD
Not enough data
8.9
23
Not enough data
9.4
29
Not enough data
9.0
28
Integration
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
9.6
27
Not enough data
8.5
23
Data
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
8.6
24
Not enough data
8.2
24
Not enough data
8.9
24
Not enough data
8.1
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Logistics
Not enough data
9.1
25
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
8.6
46
Not enough data
8.4
51
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
54
Not enough data
8.6
58
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
48
Not enough data
8.8
57
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.7
47
Not enough data
8.6
52
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.1
19
Not enough data
6.1
19
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Options
Not enough data
8.8
43
Not enough data
9.1
42
Not enough data
9.0
41
Not enough data
9.3
43
Not enough data
8.3
34
Not enough data
8.2
40
Tools
Not enough data
9.4
42
Not enough data
9.0
40
Not enough data
9.2
42
Design
Not enough data
9.4
42
Design
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
7.7
11
Tools
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Library
Not enough data
8.1
12
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
7.9
11
Customization
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Design
Not enough data
9.2
59
Not enough data
9.0
60
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
7.6
58
Tools
Not enough data
8.0
53
Not enough data
7.9
55
Not enough data
7.4
48
Work
Not enough data
7.5
40
Not enough data
7.8
41
Not enough data
8.3
49
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
8.4
46
Environment
Not enough data
8.3
52
Not enough data
8.4
50
Not enough data
8.2
48
Not enough data
8.6
52
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
9.3
25
Not enough data
8.5
24
Not enough data
9.3
25
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
7.6
24
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.5
24
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
8.1
25
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
7.6
26
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
7.5
22
Not enough data
8.2
22
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
7.8
22
Not enough data
8.8
23
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CMS IntelliCAD and SOLIDWORKS are categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
CMS IntelliCAD has no unique categories
SOLIDWORKS is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), Simulation & CAE, CAD Viewers, Sketching, PCB Design, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), CAD Libraries, CAD Data Exchange, and Additive Manufacturing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CMS IntelliCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SOLIDWORKS
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
23.1%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
18.7%
Civil Engineering
16.5%
Construction
6.6%
Computer Software
6.6%
Other
28.6%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
22.8%
Design
12.1%
Automotive
6.6%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
6.0%
Medical Devices
5.8%
Other
46.8%
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Discussions
Importing SHX files
1 Comment
Official Response from CMS IntelliCAD
Comment deleted by user.Read more
How can you import a BIM Revit file and filter categories?
1 Comment
VN
CMS IntelliCAD Premium Edition Plus supports BIM allows you to importing a BIM file (.ifc, .rvt or .rfa) as underlay.
Run CMS IntelliCAD and open a new...Read more
What is CMS IntelliCAD?
1 Comment
Official Response from CMS IntelliCAD
CMS IntelliCAD® is a powerful and affordable full-featured CAD Software providing extended customization. offering a full suite of 2D and 3D AutoCAD®...Read more
What is SOLIDWORKS used for?
3 Comments
YP
SOLIDWORKS IS USED FOR MULTIPLE WORK LIKE 2D & 3D CAD MODELING, ASSEMBLY MODELING, SHWWET METAL MODELING, SURFACE MODELING, RENDERING, SIMULATION, 3D...Read more
best use o this software
2 Comments
OS
Making 2D sketches and extruding them to make 3d sketches.Read more
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