Compare Inventor and Onshape 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (79.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2085 1 year
$1,500.00 1 User Per Year
Inventor
Star Rating
(439)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2085 1 year
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Star Rating
(695)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,500.00 1 User Per Year
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Onshape excels in user accessibility, operating entirely within a browser. This allows users to access their work from any device without the need for heavy installations, making it ideal for those who prefer flexibility and ease of use. One user highlighted, "I can access it from any computer and pick up my work right where I left off."
- Users say that Inventor offers a highly customizable experience, allowing for personalized shortcuts and text styles. This level of customization is appreciated by users who enjoy tailoring their workspace to fit their specific needs, with one reviewer noting, "I find it very efficient to use."
- Reviewers mention that Onshape's support is notably responsive, with users praising the help center for quick replies. This level of customer service can be crucial for users who may encounter issues during their design process, as one user stated, "The help centre is great. They usually reply within a day."
- According to verified reviews, Inventor is recognized for its robust solid modeling capabilities, particularly in creating assemblies with both part and assembly variations. Users appreciate the accuracy it provides in 3D modeling and 2D drafting, making it a strong choice for detailed engineering tasks.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Onshape's centralized system simplifies project management, making it easier for teams to collaborate and keep track of their work. One user remarked, "Everything is centralized which makes it easier to keep track of it," showcasing its effectiveness for team environments.
- Users express that while Inventor has a user-friendly interface, it may not be as intuitive as Onshape's, particularly for new users. Onshape's interface is described as straightforward, which can help reduce the learning curve for beginners, as noted by a user who found it "easy to use and even easier to export."
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Inventor
1 Year
$2085
1 year
Choose online store or reseller or call toll-free 1-844-821-0545.
Onshape
Onshape Standard
$1,500.00
1 User Per Year
For the individual user or small team who only needs basic data management.
- Part & Assembly Modeling
- Drawings
- Runs on Web & Mobile
Free Trial
Inventor
Free Trial is available
Onshape
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
375
8.4
597
Ease of Use
8.4
376
9.0
601
Ease of Setup
7.9
106
9.3
179
Ease of Admin
7.7
99
9.1
127
Quality of Support
8.1
345
9.3
587
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
94
9.3
126
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
370
9.5
578
Features by Category
Design
8.6
37
8.8
233
8.9
37
9.3
236
8.5
38
9.0
231
7.6
35
7.4
194
Edit
8.2
37
8.6
230
7.4
36
8.1
195
8.0
37
8.9
225
7.7
36
7.9
198
Collaboration
8.1
36
8.2
211
8.6
36
8.3
221
8.2
36
8.1
204
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.6
160
Not enough data
7.9
78
Not enough data
7.9
100
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.0
84
Not enough data
8.4
125
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
5.7
83
Not enough data
8.8
130
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
9.6
160
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Metadata
Not enough data
9.2
40
Not enough data
7.8
37
Not enough data
8.4
37
Data Management
Not enough data
9.2
47
Not enough data
8.3
40
Not enough data
8.3
43
Not enough data
8.0
41
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
File Options
Not enough data
8.9
146
Not enough data
9.1
147
Not enough data
8.1
135
Not enough data
9.3
145
Not enough data
7.8
98
Not enough data
8.5
133
Tools
Not enough data
8.8
149
Not enough data
9.1
142
Not enough data
9.1
145
Design
Not enough data
8.7
150
Design
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Library
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
9.0
20
9.0
22
8.6
20
8.7
23
8.7
20
8.6
23
7.6
19
7.7
22
Tools
5.6
16
3.7
22
7.5
19
5.8
22
7.1
17
5.6
20
Work
6.9
15
5.3
20
6.8
15
4.4
20
7.2
16
6.0
19
7.6
14
4.8
20
7.6
16
6.8
19
Environment
7.7
17
8.0
18
7.7
18
8.1
17
6.9
18
8.3
17
8.1
19
8.4
18
New Product Introduction
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
6.9
16
Not enough data
8.2
15
CAD
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.3
16
Collaboration
Not enough data
7.9
17
Not enough data
8.3
17
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
8.5
17
Product Data Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.5
16
Bill of Materials
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.8
15
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
8.1
15
Engineering Change Management
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
8.0
14
Simulation
Not enough data
6.3
14
Not enough data
6.4
13
Not enough data
6.8
14
Analytics
Not enough data
7.0
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
14
Quality management
Not enough data
6.8
13
Not enough data
6.7
13
Not enough data
6.9
13
Integration
Not enough data
6.9
13
Not enough data
6.1
12
Not enough data
6.7
11
Not enough data
7.4
12
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.0
5
8.9
38
Not enough data
7.5
35
Not enough data
8.2
36
Not enough data
8.9
36
Not enough data
7.1
36
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
9.1
36
Not enough data
8.6
36
9.3
5
8.6
36
Not enough data
8.9
35
8.3
5
8.7
37
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.6
35
Not enough data
8.6
34
Not enough data
8.1
36
Not enough data
8.2
33
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.9
34
Not enough data
8.5
31
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
9.1
33
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Inventor and Onshape are categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), Simulation & CAE, and General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
Inventor has no unique categories
Onshape is categorized as Product Data Management (PDM), CAD Viewers, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Sketching, PCB Design, and Additive Manufacturing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Inventor
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Onshape
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
24.9%
Machinery
7.8%
Design
7.1%
Construction
5.0%
Oil & Energy
3.8%
Other
51.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
19.7%
Design
10.1%
Medical Devices
6.5%
Machinery
6.2%
Industrial Automation
5.7%
Other
51.8%
Alternatives
Discussions
What are some of the best practices for students working in groups to use Inventor?
2 Comments
SG
Hi, to be honest with you, I would work with a consultant on that. It shouldn't take more than a day for a consultant to help with a report that will answer...Read more
How do you handle the data creation problem?
2 Comments
SG
You basically need to create each model from scratch in Inventor. You can copy your AutoCAD in Inventor and extrude the models but the models won't be...Read more
Is integration with other Autodesk products being considered?
2 Comments
MG
Autodesk published a video on how to export Inventor parts to Revit here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue7-WtyiUtIRead more
What is Onshape used for?
1 Comment
GK
Collaboratively design products and solutions for problems using a browser on nearly any computer. Manage the data for the parts you design and prepare them...Read more
When can we expect some better surfacing tools or plugins.
1 Comment
DG
You should really try some of the custom feature scripts like sculpt, Plane, 3D sketch and surface extend. Also, I'm sure there are more since I looked into it.Read more
Does this product have the capability to show stress/strain, show transfer of heat, and airflow?
1 Comment
GN
No, only through partner appsRead more
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