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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (43.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
OpenSCAD
Star Rating
(31)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OpenSCADSOLIDWORKS
Star Rating
(621)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SOLIDWORKSSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SOLIDWORKS excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 9.7, while OpenSCAD's 3D modeling tools score lower at 9.1. Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS offers a more intuitive interface and a wider range of modeling features, making it easier for users to create complex designs.
- Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS has superior rendering tools, scoring 8.0 compared to OpenSCAD's 7.4. Users say that SOLIDWORKS provides more realistic visualizations, which is crucial for presentations and client approvals.
- G2 users highlight that SOLIDWORKS has a more robust library management system, with a categorization score of 8.9, while OpenSCAD's component libraries score lower at 7.9. Users report that SOLIDWORKS makes it easier to find and manage components, enhancing productivity.
- Users on G2 indicate that SOLIDWORKS has better support for file formats, particularly with STL compatibility scoring 8.6 compared to OpenSCAD's 9.3. However, reviewers mention that OpenSCAD's strength lies in its ability to handle 3D printing files more effectively, making it a preferred choice for some users focused on rapid prototyping.
- Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS offers a more comprehensive set of collaboration tools, with an annotation score of 8.6, while OpenSCAD lacks in this area. Users report that SOLIDWORKS facilitates better teamwork and project management, which is essential for larger projects.
- Users report that SOLIDWORKS has a higher ease of use rating at 8.6 compared to OpenSCAD's 7.6. Reviewers say that the learning curve for SOLIDWORKS is less steep, making it more accessible for beginners and those transitioning from other CAD software.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OpenSCAD
No pricing availableSOLIDWORKS
No pricing availableFree Trial
OpenSCAD
No trial information availableSOLIDWORKS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
24
8.8
517
Ease of Use
7.6
26
8.6
521
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.2
93
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
7.9
46
Quality of Support
8.7
18
8.1
457
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.3
46
Product Direction (% positive)
6.6
24
8.6
512
Features by Category
CAD to CAM
Not enough data
9.1
41
Not enough data
8.8
41
Not enough data
8.9
41
CNC Programming
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
8.4
36
Machining
Not enough data
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.7
38
Not enough data
8.7
38
Design
Not enough data
9.5
100
Not enough data
9.4
100
Not enough data
9.3
96
Not enough data
8.1
96
Edit
Not enough data
8.5
94
Not enough data
8.3
87
Not enough data
9.3
95
Not enough data
8.3
82
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.6
91
Not enough data
9.0
93
Not enough data
8.4
87
Library
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
8.6
22
CAD
Not enough data
8.9
23
Not enough data
9.4
29
Not enough data
9.0
28
Integration
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
9.6
27
Not enough data
8.5
23
Data
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
8.6
24
Not enough data
8.2
24
Not enough data
8.9
24
Not enough data
8.1
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Logistics
Not enough data
9.1
25
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
9.3
7
8.8
60
Not enough data
8.6
46
9.0
5
8.4
51
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
54
8.3
6
8.6
58
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
48
8.1
7
8.8
57
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.7
47
9.7
5
8.6
52
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.1
19
Not enough data
6.1
19
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Options
Not enough data
8.8
43
Not enough data
9.1
42
Not enough data
9.0
41
Not enough data
9.3
43
Not enough data
8.3
34
Not enough data
8.2
40
Tools
Not enough data
9.4
42
Not enough data
9.0
40
Not enough data
9.2
42
Design
Not enough data
9.4
42
Design
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
7.7
11
Tools
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Library
Not enough data
8.1
12
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
7.9
11
Customization
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Design
Not enough data
9.2
59
Not enough data
9.0
60
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
7.6
58
Tools
Not enough data
8.0
53
Not enough data
7.9
55
Not enough data
7.4
48
Work
Not enough data
7.5
40
Not enough data
7.8
41
Not enough data
8.3
49
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
8.4
46
Environment
Not enough data
8.3
52
Not enough data
8.4
50
Not enough data
8.2
48
Not enough data
8.6
52
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
9.3
25
Not enough data
8.5
24
Not enough data
9.3
25
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
7.6
24
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.5
24
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
8.1
25
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
7.6
26
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
7.5
22
Not enough data
8.2
22
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
7.8
22
Not enough data
8.8
23
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OpenSCAD and SOLIDWORKS are categorized as General-Purpose CAD and Additive Manufacturing
Unique Categories
OpenSCAD has no unique categories
SOLIDWORKS is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), Simulation & CAE, CAD Viewers, Sketching, PCB Design, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), CAD Libraries, and CAD Data Exchange
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OpenSCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SOLIDWORKS
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
Entertainment
16.7%
Design
13.3%
Research
6.7%
Higher Education
6.7%
Computer Software
6.7%
Other
50.0%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
22.8%
Design
12.1%
Automotive
6.6%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
6.0%
Medical Devices
5.8%
Other
46.8%
Alternatives
Discussions
OpenSCAD has no discussions with answers
What is SOLIDWORKS used for?
3 Comments
YP
SOLIDWORKS IS USED FOR MULTIPLE WORK LIKE 2D & 3D CAD MODELING, ASSEMBLY MODELING, SHWWET METAL MODELING, SURFACE MODELING, RENDERING, SIMULATION, 3D...Read more
best use o this software
2 Comments
OS
Making 2D sketches and extruding them to make 3d sketches.Read more
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