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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $238.75 1 Subscription Per Month
No pricing available
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
Browse all 4 pricing plansSimplify3D
Star Rating
(40)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.5% 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 NX CAD excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 9.5, making it a preferred choice for complex mechanical designs, while Simplify3D, although strong in slicing, lacks the depth in modeling capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that Simplify3D shines in its standalone slicer functionality, scoring 8.9, which is crucial for users focused on 3D printing, whereas NX CAD's integrated 3D modeling capabilities score lower at 9.1, indicating a more comprehensive design environment.
- G2 users highlight that NX CAD's file editing capabilities, particularly in mesh repair, score 8.1, which is beneficial for users needing to refine their designs, while Simplify3D's mesh repair tools are rated lower at 6.8, suggesting less effectiveness in this area.
- Users on G2 report that NX CAD offers superior customization options, with custom commands and scripts scoring 8.6 and 8.4 respectively, allowing for tailored workflows, while Simplify3D's customization features are less robust, particularly in integrated 3D modeling.
- Reviewers mention that the quality of support for NX CAD is rated at 8.4, indicating a strong support system, while Simplify3D's support is rated lower at 7.7, which may affect users who require assistance during their design processes.
- Users say that NX CAD's file interoperability and backwards compatibility scores of 8.6 and 8.3 respectively, make it a reliable choice for teams working with various file formats, whereas Simplify3D's interoperability features are not as comprehensive, potentially limiting collaboration.
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
Simplify3D
No pricing availableFree Trial
Designcenter NX
Free Trial is available
Simplify3D
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
231
8.7
36
Ease of Use
8.1
432
8.5
36
Ease of Setup
8.0
295
8.6
6
Ease of Admin
8.3
36
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.6
218
7.7
27
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
36
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
224
7.7
35
Features by Category
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
8.9
48
9.6
26
8.6
47
8.6
15
8.9
49
9.4
19
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
8.2
52
6.8
22
9.1
51
6.6
23
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
8.4
49
8.9
27
9.2
51
5.3
17
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
8.3
47
4.4
14
8.9
48
8.0
23
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 Simplify3D are categorized as Additive Manufacturing
Unique Categories
Designcenter NX is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Simplify3D is categorized as Other CAD
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Designcenter NX
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Simplify3D
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
15.0%
Education Management
12.5%
Design
12.5%
Information Technology and Services
7.5%
Plastics
5.0%
Other
47.5%
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
Do you integrate Simplify3D with any other software?
1 Comment
YG
No, I only use the GCODE files in my system that include camera that I record with OBS and the screen of the UI of the printer (I'm using DuetWifi board),...Read more
Simplify3D has no more discussions with answers
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