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Compare OpenFOAM and Simulink 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.6% of reviews)
Enterprise (43.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
OpenFOAM
Star Rating
(35)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OpenFOAMSimulink
Star Rating
(98)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SimulinkSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Simulink excels in ease of use with a score of 8.0, making it more accessible for beginners compared to OpenFOAM, which has a lower score of 6.7. Reviewers mention that the intuitive interface of Simulink allows for quicker learning and implementation.
- Reviewers mention that Simulink's fluid analysis tools are rated at 8.2, while OpenFOAM shines with a higher score of 8.8 in the same category. Users on G2 highlight OpenFOAM's robust capabilities in handling complex fluid dynamics simulations, making it a preferred choice for advanced users.
- G2 users report that Simulink's multibody dynamics tools score 8.2, significantly outperforming OpenFOAM's score of 6.3. Reviewers say that Simulink's comprehensive modeling capabilities allow for detailed simulations of mechanical systems, which is crucial for engineering applications.
- Users say that Simulink's quality of support is rated at 8.0, while OpenFOAM's support is notably lower at 6.1. Reviewers mention that the availability of resources and responsive customer service in Simulink enhances the overall user experience.
- Reviewers mention that Simulink's command clarity is rated at 8.8, indicating a more user-friendly command structure compared to OpenFOAM's score of 7.2. Users report that this clarity helps in reducing the learning curve and improving productivity.
- Users on G2 highlight that Simulink's design tools, including 3D/solid modeling and editing tools, score significantly higher than OpenFOAM's, with ratings of 8.3 and 8.8 respectively. Reviewers say that these features are essential for creating detailed and accurate models in engineering projects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OpenFOAM
No pricing availableSimulink
No pricing availableFree Trial
OpenFOAM
No trial information availableSimulink
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.0
26
8.4
82
Ease of Use
6.7
26
8.0
88
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
6.1
21
7.9
86
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
6.1
24
8.9
87
Features by Category
Design
6.2
11
8.3
14
6.1
11
8.3
15
6.8
11
8.8
15
7.1
12
7.6
11
Tools
8.8
13
8.2
12
6.5
8
8.2
13
6.3
8
8.2
13
Work
6.7
8
9.1
15
6.9
9
8.4
16
7.1
8
8.6
13
6.4
7
8.3
8
6.9
9
8.2
13
Environment
7.1
8
7.7
14
6.8
10
8.0
17
7.4
7
8.2
10
7.2
12
8.7
17
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OpenFOAM and Simulink are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
OpenFOAM has no unique categories
Simulink has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OpenFOAM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Simulink
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
30.3%
Automotive
18.2%
Research
12.1%
Higher Education
9.1%
Oil & Energy
6.1%
Other
24.2%
Information Technology and Services
17.9%
Automotive
13.7%
Higher Education
10.5%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
8.4%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
6.3%
Other
43.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
What do you use as mesher? Are there free ones that are good for complex geometries?
1 Comment
CH
I used snappyHexMesh to mesh a complicated geometry and it did well. Many like cfMesh too. If snappyHexMesh is used, can use blockMesh to generate background...Read more
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