OpenBOM Reviews & Product Details

I appreciate that OpenBOM gives us the opportunity to effectively create and update BOMs for projects without parts falling between chairs and that it's helpful for creating part lists for kits or separate assemblies. The extraction of CAD data is a big plus as it saves a lot of time. I find it really useful for structuring information in easy-to-use and edit forms. I love that I can manipulate BOMs and properties to always use relevant data and format. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. Sometimes it doesn't extract pictures.

2. Sometimes it compiles BOMs into Excel with half of my chosen properties missing.

3. It doesn't have a 'Collapse all' function.

4. I would be glad to have a 'Generate part number' function that allows linking a duplicated BOM to a new assembly without loading it to OpenBOM. We often copy our projects and then make changes according to client needs, which can lead to duplication conflicts.

5. Some drawings doesn't load correctly into the database. PDF files can appear half-blank. It may creates a need for engenneer to spend time reviewing each.

6. Each bom loads without name. Each time i have to go through tons of boms just to comlete those names. Is there any oportunity to assign it within solidworks before loading?

7. If components have a revision i can't change their calalogue Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how OpenBOM simplifies the creation and maintenance of bills of materials, allowing my engineering and purchasing team to work together much more efficiently. The integration with CAD software like SolidWorks and Fusion 360 is a major advantage, as we can export BOMs directly without rework. Another positive feature is the real-time collaboration, which eliminates the endless exchange of spreadsheets via email and reduces version errors. Additionally, the initial setup of OpenBOM was quick and practical, thanks to being a cloud solution. Within a few hours, we were already generating bills of materials and integrating with our CAD. There is a learning curve, but the tutorials and support helped a lot. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The interface could be more intuitive for new users, as the initial learning curve is a bit steep. Additionally, some integrations with ERP systems still require manual adjustments, which could be more automated. Native connectors and automatic synchronization would make the process much more efficient. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The moment I realized this was different was when I shared a BOM with our procurement guy. He saw my changes in real-time without me having to email him a new file or ask him to follow up with excel or document files sometimes. It sounds small, but it saved our team about three hours of back-and-forth that day. It makwes huge impact sometimes on the productivity hours. Spreadsheets I m still not sure how we could attach the product or material images for reference. But OpenBom does that automatically every time in a organised way. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It took sometime to figure out the 'Catalog' logic versus the 'BOM' logic, but once that clicked, it made our entire library much cleaner. ;) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like how OpenBOM seamlessly integrates with Fusion 360, making it super easy for me to generate BOMs directly from my CAD designs. The compatibility with CAD software is what I like most. It has a user-friendly GUI, which, although secondary, adds to the ease of use. Using OpenBOM saves me a lot of time on generating the Bill of Materials needed for technical documentation, boosting the efficiency of the process. The setup is straightforward—just download OpenBOM, add it to Fusion 360, and you're ready to create and export BOMs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

If the GUI is changed to a more modern way, it would be more helpful. Also, there's a need for better customer support services and to enhance training and documentation for the advanced features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like that once its setup others without CAD licenses can get models and drawings for reference quicker than asking me. Helps on both ends since they don't have to wait for me to get things ready and I can spend more time focusing on CAD related work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I am not the main user at my company for OpenBOM so I'm still not confident on setup and navigation. there is still some work involved in setup per assembly and it does seem to have to be looked over to confirm its not counting any extra parts. cool thing is that once it is setup it seems to be pretty robust to quickly update when changes are made to CAD. just need to get over the initial setup hump. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about OpenBOM is its simplicity combined with efficiency. The direct integration with CAD eliminates manual tasks and ensures data accuracy, while real-time collaboration allows engineering, purchasing, and suppliers to always work with up-to-date information. Additionally, version control provides security and traceability, and the intuitive interface makes it easy for the team to adopt without the need for complex training. The initial setup of OpenBOM was surprisingly simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Although OpenBOM is extremely useful for integrating CAD and managing bill of materials, I believe it could evolve in some areas. The integrations with ERP still require additional effort, and the customization of reports is limited. Furthermore, in very large projects, the performance could be more optimized. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

OpenBOM provides a centralized and structured platform for managing bills of materials and product data. The CAD integrations are seamless, and version control is very effective in handling design changes. Its cloud-based collaboration ensures that engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams always work with accurate and up-to-date data, significantly improving overall efficiency. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While OpenBOM is feature-rich, the initial learning curve can be slightly challenging for new users. Some advanced features would benefit from additional in-app guidance or step-by-step tutorials to improve onboarding and ease of adoption. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use OpenBOM for accurate cost estimation and vendor collaboration. I really value the automatic cost roll-up feature since it lets me change the price of a single component, and OpenBOM automatically recalculates the total cost for every assembly that uses it. This real-time visibility into our margins is incredibly valuable. I also like the 'Team Views' feature because it lets us share specific data with external vendors without exposing our entire intellectual property, achieving a great balance between transparency and security. The integration with Fusion360 and Google Drive is also a big plus, making it easy to manage BOM data efficiently within my existing tools. Additionally, the initial setup was fairly straightforward, with useful default templates that got us started quickly, and customizing them as needed was a breeze. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The User Interface (UI) feels a bit dated and isn't always intuitive. Navigating between the Dashboard, Catalogs, and BOMs requires more clicks than it should. It takes some time for new team members to learn where specific buttons or settings are hidden. A more modern, streamlined look would make the daily workflow much smoother. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most is the ability to link 3D files to the BOM, with their versions, and the ability to easily generate different versions of the BOM. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like least is that to make changes within a BOM that has many assemblies, when you want to change a reference you have to keep changing and generating many Change Requests and Change Orders; it would be good if it were more automatic and you made a single Change order/Change request. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how well integrated OpenBOM is with SolidWorks. It's very efficient and time-saving to have one click to upload all files like step files, drawings, etc., and control revisions. The initial setup was easy and that makes the transition smooth. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes when I update a BOM, some of the new files do not export. I think it has to do with part numbers or part names possibly changing, but it is hard to tell what went wrong when that happens. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.