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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (43.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
PSCAD
Star Rating
(26)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about PSCADSOLIDWORKS
Star Rating
(623)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SOLIDWORKSSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that SOLIDWORKS excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to PSCAD. Users appreciate its intuitive interface, which makes 3D modeling and assembly straightforward, even for complex designs.
- According to verified reviews, SOLIDWORKS has a robust library of features that users find beneficial for parametric modeling and simulations. One user highlighted the ease of converting files from other CAD software, which enhances productivity and streamlines workflows.
- Users say that while both products are user-friendly, SOLIDWORKS has a slight edge in ease of use, with reviewers noting its intuitive design tools and helpful features for sheet metal design. In contrast, PSCAD users appreciate its navigation and the ability to solve complex equations, but some find it less versatile for broader design tasks.
- Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS has a strong support system, with a quality of support score that reflects its responsiveness and helpfulness. In comparison, PSCAD users rate its support positively as well, but with fewer reviews, the reliability of this feedback is less established.
- According to recent user feedback, SOLIDWORKS shines in its ability to handle finite element analysis, which is crucial for users working on dynamic systems. Meanwhile, PSCAD is noted for its strengths in transient and dynamic modeling of power systems, making it a solid choice for users focused on electrical engineering applications.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products cater to small businesses, SOLIDWORKS has a broader user base and more extensive review activity, indicating a more established presence in the market. This can be a significant factor for buyers looking for a well-supported and widely adopted solution.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
PSCAD
No pricing availableSOLIDWORKS
No pricing availableFree Trial
PSCAD
No trial information availableSOLIDWORKS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
18
8.8
518
Ease of Use
8.3
18
8.6
522
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.1
94
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
7.9
46
Quality of Support
8.8
19
8.1
458
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.3
46
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
19
8.6
513
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
Not enough data
8.8
60
Not enough data
8.6
46
Not enough data
8.4
51
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
54
Not enough data
8.6
59
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.6
48
Not enough data
8.8
57
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.7
47
Not enough data
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
8.8
8
9.0
60
9.0
7
8.8
60
8.0
5
7.6
58
Tools
Not enough data
8.0
53
4.0
5
7.9
55
5.7
5
7.4
48
Work
8.3
5
7.5
40
8.3
6
7.8
41
Not enough data
8.3
49
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
8.4
46
Environment
7.3
5
8.3
52
6.9
6
8.4
50
7.8
6
8.2
48
7.5
6
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
25
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
8.1
26
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
7.5
27
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
PSCAD and SOLIDWORKS are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
PSCAD has no unique categories
SOLIDWORKS is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), General-Purpose CAD, CAD Viewers, Sketching, PCB Design, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), CAD Libraries, CAD Data Exchange, and Additive Manufacturing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
PSCAD
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
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
33.3%
Higher Education
23.8%
Research
9.5%
Renewables & Environment
9.5%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
9.5%
Other
14.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
22.9%
Design
12.0%
Automotive
6.6%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
5.9%
Medical Devices
5.8%
Other
46.7%
Discussions
What is the best way to compare two waveforms?
1 Comment
NH
In my opinion, you can export the waveform data to a spreadsheet as a CSV file and then use some kind of graphing tool to plot the saved data. Any shifts...Read more
PSCAD has no more 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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