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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (55.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $238.75 1 Subscription Per Month
Starting at $708.00 Per Year
Designcenter NX
Star Rating
(522)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $238.75 1 Subscription Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(141)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $708.00 Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that NX CAD excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 9.5, making it a preferred choice for complex designs, while KeyCreator, although strong, scores slightly lower at 8.9 in this area.
- Reviewers mention that KeyCreator offers superior ease of use with a score of 9.0 compared to NX CAD's 8.2, indicating that new users may find KeyCreator more intuitive for everyday tasks.
- G2 users highlight that NX CAD's file interoperability is rated at 8.6, which is beneficial for teams working with various file types, whereas KeyCreator's interoperability is slightly lower, which may pose challenges in collaborative environments.
- Users on G2 appreciate NX CAD's robust editing tools, scoring 9.2, which allows for detailed modifications, while KeyCreator's editing tools, scoring 8.5, may not offer the same level of precision for intricate designs.
- Reviewers say that KeyCreator shines in its customization options, particularly with custom commands and scripts, scoring 8.6 and 8.4 respectively, allowing users to tailor their experience more effectively than NX CAD.
- Users report that NX CAD's quality of support is rated at 8.4, which is commendable, but KeyCreator edges ahead with a score of 8.7, suggesting that users may receive more responsive assistance when needed.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Designcenter NX
NX X Essentials
Starting at $238.75
1 Subscription Per Month
Browser-based essential NX CAD, CAM and CAE tools. Create and edit NX data with zero translation.
- Feature-based solid modeling
- Synchronous technology
- Drafting
KeyCreator
KeyCreator Drafting Standard
Starting at $708.00
Per Year
The most compatible, efficient, and agile drafting solution available
- Optimized Traditional Drawing and Construction Tools
- Generate drawings from 3D solids
- Organize objects with levels/sub-levels, entity naming, external references, and custom properties
Free Trial
Designcenter NX
Free Trial is available
KeyCreator
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
231
9.1
114
Ease of Use
8.1
432
9.0
114
Ease of Setup
8.0
295
8.7
19
Ease of Admin
8.3
36
8.9
16
Quality of Support
8.6
218
8.7
113
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
36
9.2
16
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
224
7.9
111
Features by Category
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
8.9
48
Not enough data
8.6
47
Not enough data
8.9
49
Not enough data
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
8.2
52
Not enough data
9.1
51
Not enough data
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
8.4
49
Not enough data
9.2
51
Not enough data
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
8.3
47
Not enough data
8.9
48
Not enough data
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
5.9
15
Not enough data
6.2
15
Not enough data
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.3
71
Not enough data
8.5
71
Not enough data
9.1
71
Not enough data
9.3
72
Not enough data
8.6
71
Not enough data
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.0
71
Not enough data
8.7
72
Not enough data
8.7
72
Not enough data
8.5
72
Not enough data
8.7
72
Not enough data
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.6
72
Not enough data
8.2
70
Not enough data
8.7
71
Not enough data
8.8
72
Not enough data
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.8
72
Not enough data
8.6
71
Not enough data
8.8
71
Not enough data
9.0
72
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Designcenter NX and KeyCreator are categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Unique Categories
Designcenter NX is categorized as Additive Manufacturing
KeyCreator has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Designcenter NX
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
KeyCreator
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
Automotive
16.0%
Aviation & Aerospace
13.4%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
11.1%
Defense & Space
5.8%
Airlines/Aviation
5.8%
Other
47.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
23.2%
Automotive
18.1%
Machinery
9.4%
Design
8.7%
Plastics
6.5%
Other
34.1%
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Discussions
Which companies are using NX software?
3 Comments
AM
Many MNC companies in india are using Siemens softwares. Nx specially use for plastic and die casting industry majorly. Read more
What is NX software used for?
3 Comments
PS
NX software is mainly used to design CAD models, Tool and Sheet metal design, 2D drafting and much more.Read more
What is NX CAD used for?
2 Comments
PS
It is used for Product design as well as Tool/Mold design. It is also used for 2D drawing. In die casting industry, it is used vastly for Mold design due to...Read more
What file formats does KeyCreator support?
7 Comments
Official Response from KeyCreator
KeyCreator's robust set of translators will allow you to open and edit nearly any CAD file as if it were your own. Read files from SOLIDWORKS, Pro/E,...Read more
KeyCreator has no more discussions with answers
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