Altair SimSolid Pricing Overview

I find Altair SimSolid invaluable for quasi-static elastic simulations of parts and assemblies in aerospace. It hugely expedites the sim-iteration pipeline, enabling quick optimization of parts. What I like most is the meshless FEA, which eliminates the most time-consuming and error-prone aspect of traditional FEA—meshing. Instead of spending lots of time determining mesh sizes and refining mesh where stress concentrations exist, SimSolid allows you to skip that step entirely. Additionally, the initial setup of Altair SimSolid was very easy, and they offer a better enterprise solution along with an appealing startup package. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The undo button is missing, which can be frustrating when I make mistakes and need to redo work. Also, the built-in tools for post-processing are limited, so I often have to use Excel for more advanced data analysis. Finally, it would be great if SimSolid decks or results could be exported out to Inspire or HyperMesh. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the "auto weld creator" in Altair SimSolid amazing, where the weld length can also be determined. It provides insight into the amount of welding in complex and large structures, which is useful for cost estimations. Additionally, the initial setup is very simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the post-processing really very laborious. I often have to adjust the legend and cannot compare two models side by side. I also find it difficult to combine SimSolid with other programs. It feels more like a 'quick and dirty' solution, while I use other solvers for more accurate or repetitive work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.