Compare COMSOL Multiphysics® and Designcenter Solid Edge

At a Glance
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics®
Star Rating
(36)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (36.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Designcenter Solid Edge
Designcenter Solid Edge
Star Rating
(581)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $90.47 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Designcenter Solid Edge excels in user experience, with many users appreciating its intuitive interface and ease of use. One user highlighted how it facilitates the entire product development lifecycle, allowing for seamless editing of models from various formats without conversion.
  • Users say that COMSOL Multiphysics® offers powerful multiphysics capabilities, making it a strong choice for complex simulations. However, some users noted that it requires a significant time investment to fully grasp its extensive features, which may be a barrier for those seeking quick results.
  • Reviewers mention that Designcenter Solid Edge has a strong support system, with a quality of support rating that reflects its commitment to helping users. Users have shared positive experiences regarding the assistance they received during implementation and ongoing use, enhancing their overall satisfaction.
  • According to verified reviews, COMSOL Multiphysics® is praised for its flexibility in handling various physics fields, making it easier to transition between different analyses. Users appreciate the variety of solvers available, which adds to its versatility in engineering applications.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that Designcenter Solid Edge is particularly well-suited for small businesses, with a significant portion of its user base coming from this segment. This focus allows it to cater effectively to the specific needs of smaller teams, as evidenced by users who rely on it for machinery layouts and custom equipment designs.
  • Users report that while COMSOL Multiphysics® has a solid rating for finite element analysis, it may not be as user-friendly as Designcenter Solid Edge for everyday tasks. Some users found it challenging to navigate, especially when compared to the straightforward drawing and editing tools offered by Solid Edge.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
COMSOL Multiphysics®
No pricing available
Designcenter Solid Edge
Solid Edge Design and Drafting XaaS
Starting at $90.47
Per Month
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Free Trial
COMSOL Multiphysics®
Free Trial is available
Designcenter Solid Edge
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
32
8.4
423
Ease of Use
6.9
32
8.3
463
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.2
248
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.4
90
Quality of Support
7.8
26
8.2
393
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.8
88
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
31
8.3
412
Features by Category
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)Hide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
8.2
114
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
Not enough data
8.5
187
Design
Not enough data
8.9
178
Not enough data
9.0
180
Not enough data
8.7
174
Not enough data
8.2
167
Edit
Not enough data
8.5
172
Not enough data
8.3
162
Not enough data
8.5
171
Not enough data
8.4
163
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.5
166
Not enough data
8.7
171
Not enough data
8.2
166
Additive ManufacturingHide 14 FeaturesShow 14 Features
Not enough data
7.8
95
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
8.5
9
8.0
101
Design
8.5
8
8.6
96
8.9
9
8.6
96
8.3
9
8.5
94
8.1
7
7.9
94
Tools
8.7
5
7.6
80
9.4
9
8.0
86
8.9
6
7.7
82
Work
8.3
5
7.8
83
7.3
5
7.7
83
8.9
6
7.8
83
Not enough data
7.7
77
8.7
5
8.1
83
Environment
Not enough data
8.1
89
8.3
6
8.0
90
8.3
5
7.9
85
8.3
6
8.5
91
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
Not enough data
7.8
114
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.5
101
Not enough data
7.7
93
Not enough data
8.4
96
Not enough data
8.3
93
Not enough data
7.4
90
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.1
94
Not enough data
8.2
93
Not enough data
7.8
94
Not enough data
7.4
90
Not enough data
7.5
96
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
7.9
90
Not enough data
7.4
88
Not enough data
7.6
90
Not enough data
7.6
96
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
7.8
93
Not enough data
7.9
90
Not enough data
7.6
90
Not enough data
7.9
100
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics®
Designcenter Solid Edge
Designcenter Solid Edge
COMSOL Multiphysics® and Designcenter Solid Edge are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics® has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics®
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
30.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
36.1%
Designcenter Solid Edge
Designcenter Solid Edge
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
53.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.7%
Reviewers' Industry
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics®
Higher Education
22.2%
Research
16.7%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.3%
Automotive
5.6%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
5.6%
Other
41.7%
Designcenter Solid Edge
Designcenter Solid Edge
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
21.1%
Automotive
12.7%
Design
9.0%
Machinery
5.9%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
3.9%
Other
47.5%
Alternatives
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics® Alternatives
MATLAB
MATLAB
Add MATLAB
SimScale
SimScale
Add SimScale
Ansys Fluent
Ansys Fluent
Add Ansys Fluent
Simulink
Simulink
Add Simulink
Designcenter Solid Edge
Designcenter Solid Edge Alternatives
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
Add SOLIDWORKS
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
Add Autodesk Fusion
Onshape
Onshape
Add Onshape
Creo
Creo
Add Creo
Discussions
COMSOL Multiphysics®
COMSOL Multiphysics® Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
COMSOL Multiphysics® has no discussions with answers
Designcenter Solid Edge
Designcenter Solid Edge Discussions
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
What is Solid Edge used for?
2 Comments
CADER J.
CJ
It is used for 3D modeling as well as drafting.Read more