Online availability, wherever you are. No installation required. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The relatively high price that eats up my sales in my small business. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

You can pretty much access it anywhere from a browser as long as you know the url. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are quite a few times when Onshape servers are down and files/documents take awhile to load if at all. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It has solid PDM capabilities with a Git-style workflow. It’s easy to use and intuitive, runs in the cloud, and doesn’t require a powerful computer. It’s also cheaper than the alternatives I’ve tried. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nothing so far, it doesn’t crash every hour like the main competitor. Your files are always available, even via smartphone Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The cloud based collaborative design is really appreciated and the ease of use of the PDM-like structure is also nice to have. I also like the ease to share a document with non-cad users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some advanced functions are missing when compared to Solidworks. The fact that the platform is not as vastly used like other CAD platform makes it a barrier when reaching out to potential collaborators. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

No installation required, works on any platform Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some larger files can take a while to load Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

They are CONSTANTLY developing the program and I share EVERYTHING to EVERY department with a single link. I am head of RnD in a boiler company. We manufacture every kind of tank there is. When I publish a design I send the same link to marketing, sales, manufacturing even the costumers. The marketing and sales guys get their 3d,tds and renderings and the rollers, punchers, welders, etc get their drawings. I don't have to send a bunch of pdf/dxf/steps/wetf emails and they don't have to install a "free" viewer where you have to give out your phone# and address.... I am talking to you SW! If you have a business it is a no brainer. It is build to look outward and provide people the info they need. It is a multitool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I cannot think of a real bummer to be honest, just minor things. It doesn't have an integrated animation tab yet (it would be nice if they integrated it with their renderings tab) and I cannot do holes in the flattened sheet metal YET. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Onshape is a very good and efficient software for 3D design and modeling. One of its standout features is the Mate system used for assemblies—it's intuitive, clean, and makes the assembly process smooth and reliable.

The document-based interface is another strong point. Having all parts, assemblies, and drawings organized within a single document makes design management very easy and efficient. It also simplifies collaboration across teams, especially when multiple people are working on the same project.

Some additional highlights:

Cloud-based access means no installation and seamless work from anywhere.

Version control is excellent—every change is recorded, and it's easy to go back to previous versions.

Real-time collaboration is a huge plus, especially in a team environment.

Custom features and scripting through FeatureScript add a lot of flexibility for advanced users.

Overall, Onshape is a powerful and user-friendly CAD platform, especially well-suited for teams looking for modern, cloud-native design tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Performance with Large Assemblies: It can get slow or laggy with very large assemblies or complex models.

Limited Offline Access: There is no real offline mode, which is a limitation in areas with unreliable internet.

Learning Curve for New Users: While the UI is clean, those coming from traditional software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD might need time to adjust.

Cost: The free version is good for hobbyists or education, but professional licenses can be expensive for smaller companies. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Love that I can access it across all my devices. It works perfectly for someone who doesn't want to be carrying around a bulky windows gaming laptop just to run CAD. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes there seems to be a backlog in the cloud that causes the system to freeze up. I have had times (very rare) where my files are unavailable to me because they wouldn't load. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's browser based and can be used on almost any device that meets the requirements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The downsides of Onshape is that it doesn't have an advanced rendering mode like Fusion 360. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The most powerful feature of Onshape is its foundation in the cloud. Traditional CAD systems are tied to a single machine, creating a tangle of files and version control issues. With Onshape, that complexity is gone. My entire design history, from initial sketches to final assemblies, is all stored in one central, secure location. This allows my team and me to work on the same model simultaneously and in real time, just like editing a document in Google Docs. The days of sending large files back and forth, losing track of revisions, or accidentally overwriting someone else's work are finally over. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I wish there was some way to work offline, even in a limited format. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.