--- title: Simcenter Femap Reviews meta\_title: 'Simcenter Femap Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 17 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Simcenter Femap works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.3 review\_count: 17 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-09' parent\_category: name: CAD & PLM url: https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-plm --- # Simcenter Femap Reviews & Product Details Claimed ###### Profile Status This profile is currently managed by Simcenter Femap but has limited features. Are you part of the Simcenter Femap team? [Upgrade your plan](https://sell.g2.com) to enhance your branding and engage with visitors to your profile! Simcenter™ Femap software from Siemens Digital Industries Software is an advanced simulation application for creating, editing, and inspecting finite element models of complex products or systems. Engineers can use advanced workflows in Simcenter Femap to model components, assemblies, or systems, to then determine a model’s behavioral response when subjected to real-world conditions. In addition, Simcenter Femap provides powerful data-driven and graphical results visualization and evaluation, which in combination with the industry-leading Simcenter Nastran, delivers a comprehensive CAE solution that improves product performance. * * * Seller [Siemens Digital Industries Software](https://www.g2.com/sellers/siemens-digital-industries-software) Discussions [Simcenter Femap Community](https://www.g2.com/products/simcenter-femap/discuss) Languages Supported German, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional) Overview by Anthony Johnson (Global Strategy & Marketing @ Siemens) Show More ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Ansys Mechanical](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Ansys Mechanical") Ansys Mechanical 4.4/5(93) ](https://www.g2.com/products/ansys-mechanical/reviews) [ ![Altair HyperWorks](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Altair HyperWorks") Altair HyperWorks 4.3/5(56) ](https://www.g2.com/products/altair-hyperworks/reviews) [ ![Inventor Nastran](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Inventor Nastran") Inventor Nastran 4/5(23) ](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor-nastran/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/simcenter-femap/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 17 real user reviews. [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) ![Ilya U.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Ilya U.") IU Ilya U. Chief Specialist Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 2/4/2022 "Excellent program for a wide range of engineering analyzes" 5/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? - User friendly interface - Extensive opportunities for engineering analysis (from static analysis to non-linear explicit and implicit dynamics) - Responsiveness of the development team and a good user community - Proven and powerful Nastran solver - Easy macro creation and customization Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? - Adding the ability to perform dynamic modal analysis based on complex eigenmodes - It is necessary to add special material models for reinforced concrete - Adding the ability to create your own material models is useful Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Simcenter Femap: You can try the trial version or ask your questions on the Femap Forum Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? We perform dynamic analysis and determination of response spectra of NPP buildings and structures. The convenience of the program and the speed of calculations allow solving the most complex production tasks in the shortest possible time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: Seller invite ![Marek C.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Marek C.") MC Marek C. Project management and company organization specialist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 11/26/2021 "Easy to learn, hard to master" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? 1. Intuitive interface 2. Program speed 3. Sufficient geometry editing options 4. Good 1D/2D mesh capabilities 5. Option to use different solvers 6. Easy to learn 7. Good community support (Siemens forum) 8. Built-in API programming 9. Program is improved every year Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? 1. 3D HEX mesh capabilities could be improved 2. Basic nonlinear analysis SOL106 in Nastran could be replaced with a better alternative 3. You have to pay to keep Siemens support to have access to new versions every year Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? Mechanical components in the space industry: - static linear/nonlinear analysis - linear buckling - vibrations (sine, random, shock) - thermal (thermo-elastic, basic heat transfer) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Response from Anthony Johnson of Simcenter Femap [Editedit](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/simcenter-femap-review-5157724/official_response/edit) Thank you for your feedback, Marek! 12/5/2021 Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace") UA Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/31/2022 "Very helpful software" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? FEMAP is a primary part of my job, and makes it easy to complete analysis quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? Finding ply specific strength margins can be tedious. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Simcenter Femap: Research similar problems that others have had. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? The adjustment to hex meshing is very helpful, it makes meshing certain objects much easier than before. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: Seller invite ![Piyush S.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Piyush S.") PS Piyush S. Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 12/23/2020 "Definitely a must-have!" 5/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? 1. Improves robustness for analysis applications. 2. Streamlines workflows and re-use of previous data definitions 3. User-friendly, open-source 4. Graphical user interface (UI) 5. Pre- and post-processing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? Limited mesh control Limited solver control Non-complex simulations Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Simcenter Femap: A must-have Try it once and you will never regret it! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? Model reduction (static and component mode synthesis) Choosing the best type of superelements Optimal partitioning of a system model into superelements Used early in development Targets designers Native meshing and post-processing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Response from Anthony Johnson of Simcenter Femap [Editedit](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/simcenter-femap-review-4532944/official_response/edit) Thanks for your feedback, Piyush! Have you had a chance to check out the latest and greatest features we've added in our latest release, Simcenter Femap 2021? [See how Simcenter Femap improved](https://blogs.sw.siemens.com/simcenter/join-the-simcenter-femap-2021-live-launch-experience-on-june-8/) Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Domagoj V.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Domagoj V.") DV Domagoj V. Senior Expert Associate Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 3/21/2021 "Great for FEA" 5/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? Intuitive GUI, easy to use, flexibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? limited for nonlinearites, in my opinion Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? linear static analsysis, buckling, simpler FEA problems Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Response from Anthony Johnson of Simcenter Femap [Editedit](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/simcenter-femap-review-4494543/official_response/edit) Thank you for your feedback! We really appreciate it. Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Thillai M.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Thillai M.") TM Thillai M. Senior M&E engineer Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 1/6/2021 "FEMAP for FUTURE" 3/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? The interactive functionality of access to the thought process of core programming. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? Less straightforward functions integrated in buttons Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Simcenter Femap: You can use for any form of business Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? I have tested the fluid characteristics during its condition. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Response from Anthony Johnson of Simcenter Femap [Editedit](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/simcenter-femap-review-4542567/official_response/edit) Thanks for the feedback! Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Furniture](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Furniture") CF Verified User in Furniture Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 12/31/2020 "User friendly and easy to pick up" 4/5 What do you like best about Simcenter Femap? Great for finite element analysis. The interface is clean and not overwhelming/confusing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Simcenter Femap? Always room for improvement in UX. Adding more tutorials could help. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Simcenter Femap: Have some experience performing fea first. Some basic understanding of fundamentals. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Simcenter Femap solving and how is that benefiting you? Modal analysis of furniture Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ##### Pricing Pricing details for this product isn’t currently available. Visit the vendor’s website to learn more. 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