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Compare Mastercam and SolidWorks CAM 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (42.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Mastercam
Star Rating
(26)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MastercamSolidWorks CAM
Star Rating
(34)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SolidWorks CAM excels in CAD-CAM import with a score of 8.7, making it easier to integrate designs directly from SolidWorks, while Mastercam has a slightly higher score of 8.8, indicating a strong capability in this area as well.
- Reviewers mention that SolidWorks CAM offers a more user-friendly experience with an ease of use score of 8.8 compared to Mastercam's 8.2, suggesting that SolidWorks CAM may be better suited for users who prioritize a straightforward interface.
- G2 users highlight that Mastercam shines in tooling and toolpaths with a score of 9.1, which indicates a robust selection and flexibility in machining operations, whereas SolidWorks CAM scored 8.4 in this area, suggesting it may not offer as extensive options.
- Users on G2 report that both products have similar CNC workflows, each scoring 8.6, but Mastercam's feature recognition score of 8.6 outperforms SolidWorks CAM's 8.1, indicating that Mastercam may better identify features for programming.
- Reviewers mention that SolidWorks CAM has a strong partnership in business with a positive product direction score of 7.7, while Mastercam leads with 8.8, suggesting that Mastercam may be more aligned with user needs and future developments.
- Users say that while both products have comparable CNC programming control scores (SolidWorks CAM at 8.7 and Mastercam at 8.3), SolidWorks CAM's overall integration with SolidWorks is a significant advantage for users already within that ecosystem.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Mastercam
No pricing availableSolidWorks CAM
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Mastercam
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No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
21
9.1
31
Ease of Use
8.2
21
8.8
31
Ease of Setup
6.9
6
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
7.2
6
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.9
19
8.3
29
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
6
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
20
7.7
30
Features by Category
CAD to CAM
8.8
20
8.7
19
8.1
18
8.4
18
8.2
20
8.5
20
CNC Programming
8.6
19
8.6
17
8.6
19
8.1
17
8.3
20
8.7
17
Machining
8.7
19
8.4
20
8.7
20
8.2
19
9.1
20
8.4
19
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Mastercam and SolidWorks CAM are categorized as Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Unique Categories
Mastercam has no unique categories
SolidWorks CAM has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Mastercam
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SolidWorks CAM
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
16.7%
Machinery
16.7%
Education Management
12.5%
Research
8.3%
Semiconductors
4.2%
Other
41.7%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
30.3%
Information Technology and Services
9.1%
Design
9.1%
Research
6.1%
Higher Education
6.1%
Other
39.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
Mastercam has no discussions with answers
SolidWorks CAM has no discussions with answers
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