Best CAD & PLM Products
2022
Nothing but the best software. G2 is proud to share our 2022 list of the Best CAD & PLM Products
Find the best software for anything and everything you want to accomplish, as decided by software buyers on the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace. Based on honest reviews and ratings from our G2 users this year, this list features the top software products found on G2.
Top 5 Best CAD & PLM Products:
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SOLIDWORKS
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
SOLIDWORKS offers complete 3D software tools that let you create, simulate, publish, and manage your data. SOLIDWORKS products are easy to learn and use, and help you design products better.
SOLIDWORKS offers complete 3D software tools that let you create, simulate, publish, and manage your data. SOLIDWORKS products are easy to learn and use, and help you design products better.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Fastest Growing Products 2022
India Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Additive Manufacturing Winter 2023
Grid Leader Sketching Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
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Autodesk Fusion
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Autodesk Fusion is a comprehensive cloud software platform that integrates various tools for 3D design, manufacturing, electronics, simulation, and generative design. It serves as a collaborative, cloud-enabled CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CAE (Computer-Aided Engi
Autodesk Fusion is a comprehensive cloud software platform that integrates various tools for 3D design, manufacturing, electronics, simulation, and generative design. It serves as a collaborative, cloud-enabled CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CAE (Computer-Aided Engi
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Europe Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Additive Manufacturing Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
3
Designcenter Solid Edge
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Solid Edge is a portfolio of affordable, easy-to-use software solutions for product development — 3D design, simulation, manufacturing, data management, cloud collaboration, and more. Solid Edge combines the speed and simplicity of direct modeling with the flexibility and control of parametric desig
Solid Edge is a portfolio of affordable, easy-to-use software solutions for product development — 3D design, simulation, manufacturing, data management, cloud collaboration, and more. Solid Edge combines the speed and simplicity of direct modeling with the flexibility and control of parametric desig
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G2 Awards
Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Asia Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Additive Manufacturing Winter 2023
India Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Europe Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Winter 2023
4
Onshape
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Onshape is a modern CAD system that eliminates design gridlock and helps engineers do their best work. Onshape unites advanced modeling tools and design data management in a secure cloud workspace that has rapidly become the primary CAD system for thousands of companies worldwide.
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G2 Awards
Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Implementation Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Usability Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Relationship Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
5
Altium Develop
PCB Design
Altium Develop empowers teams to streamline and accelerate product development by connecting design, engineering, and collaboration tools in one unified platform — keeping every stage of innovation aligned and accessible.
Altium Develop empowers teams to streamline and accelerate product development by connecting design, engineering, and collaboration tools in one unified platform — keeping every stage of innovation aligned and accessible.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader PCB Design Winter 2023
Momentum Leader PCB Design Winter 2023
6
SketchUp
3D Modeling
SketchUp is intuitive, powerful 3D modeling software built for professionals and creatives of all kinds.
SketchUp is intuitive, powerful 3D modeling software built for professionals and creatives of all kinds.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Architectural Rendering Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Architectural Rendering Winter 2023
Grid Leader Architecture Winter 2023
Grid Leader Sketching Winter 2023
Europe Leader Architectural Rendering Winter 2023
7
Inventor
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Inventor® 3D CAD software offers an easy-to-use set of tools for 3D mechanical design, documentation, and product simulation.
Inventor® 3D CAD software offers an easy-to-use set of tools for 3D mechanical design, documentation, and product simulation.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Usability Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Implementation Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Grid Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Results Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
8
Creo
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Creo Parametric provides a broad range of powerful yet flexible 3D CAD capabilities to accelerate the product development process.
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Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader 3D Modeling Winter 2023
Momentum Leader 3D Modeling Winter 2023
India High performer Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid High performer General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Asia High performer Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
9
MicroStation
General-Purpose CAD
MicroStation is a modeling environment explicitly for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operation of all infrastructure types including utility systems, roads and rail, bridges, buildings, communications networks, water and wastewater networks, process plants, mining, and more. MicroS
MicroStation is a modeling environment explicitly for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operation of all infrastructure types including utility systems, roads and rail, bridges, buildings, communications networks, water and wastewater networks, process plants, mining, and more. MicroS
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Civil Engineering Design Winter 2023
Grid High performer General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Grid High performer Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader Civil Engineering Design Fall 2022
10
AutoCAD
General-Purpose CAD
2D and 3D CAD design software tools.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Results Leader CAD Winter 2023
Usability Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
11
Teamcenter
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Teamcenter is a widely used PLM software. More than a just a PDM solution, Teamcenter is a comprehensive end-to-end PLM solution that optimizes processes throughout the product lifecycle.
Teamcenter is a widely used PLM software. More than a just a PDM solution, Teamcenter is a comprehensive end-to-end PLM solution that optimizes processes throughout the product lifecycle.
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G2 Awards
Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
12
SolidWorks Simulation
Simulation & CAE
SolidWorks Simulation is a comprehensive suite of analysis tools integrated within the SolidWorks CAD environment, enabling engineers and designers to virtually test and validate their designs under real-world conditions. By simulating physical behaviors such as stress, strain, heat transfer, and fl
SolidWorks Simulation is a comprehensive suite of analysis tools integrated within the SolidWorks CAD environment, enabling engineers and designers to virtually test and validate their designs under real-world conditions. By simulating physical behaviors such as stress, strain, heat transfer, and fl
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid High performer Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
13
Windchill
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
PLM software supports the product development process, to integrate people, processes and systems. It provides a product information "warehouse" for organizations.
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G2 Awards
Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Grid High performer Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Grid High performer Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Usability Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Fall 2022
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Fall 2022
14
AutoCAD MEP
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
AutoCAD® MEP software helps you draft, design, and document building systems.
AutoCAD® MEP software helps you draft, design, and document building systems.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader MEP Winter 2023
Grid Leader MEP Winter 2023
Grid Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
15
DraftSight
General-Purpose CAD
DraftSight lets professional CAD users, students and educators create, edit and view DWG files. DraftSight runs on Windows®, Mac® and Linux.
DraftSight lets professional CAD users, students and educators create, edit and view DWG files. DraftSight runs on Windows®, Mac® and Linux.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Grid High performer CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Momentum Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Results Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
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FreeCAD
General-Purpose CAD
FreeCAD is a parametric 3D modeler made primarily to design real-life objects of any size.
FreeCAD is a parametric 3D modeler made primarily to design real-life objects of any size.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Spring 2022
17
Trimble Field Points
Architectural Rendering
Trimble Field Points is designed for MEP contractors who need to create field layout points in SketchUp, Revit, or AutoCAD for direct integration with Trimble's robotic total stations.
Trimble Field Points is designed for MEP contractors who need to create field layout points in SketchUp, Revit, or AutoCAD for direct integration with Trimble's robotic total stations.
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid High performer MEP Winter 2023
Grid High performer CAD Winter 2023
Grid High performer MEP Fall 2022
Grid High performer CAD Fall 2022
Grid High performer MEP Summer 2022
Grid High performer MEP Spring 2022
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Autodesk Fusion Manage
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Autodesk PLM provides a central source of data that manages your processes and workflows. Connect your people, processes, and data with Autodesk PLM to get your products to market faster.
Autodesk PLM provides a central source of data that manages your processes and workflows. Connect your people, processes, and data with Autodesk PLM to get your products to market faster.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Grid High performer Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Grid High performer Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Usability Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
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Revit
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Revit® building design software is specifically built for Building Information Modeling (BIM), empowering design and construction professionals to bring ideas from concept to construction with a coordinated and consistent model-based approach.
Revit® building design software is specifically built for Building Information Modeling (BIM), empowering design and construction professionals to bring ideas from concept to construction with a coordinated and consistent model-based approach.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Europe Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Architecture Winter 2023
Europe Leader Architectural Rendering Winter 2023
Grid Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
20
MATLAB
Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms
MATLAB is a high-level programming and numeric computing environment widely utilized by engineers and scientists for data analysis, algorithm development, and system modeling. It offers a desktop environment optimized for iterative analysis and design processes, coupled with a programming language t
MATLAB is a high-level programming and numeric computing environment widely utilized by engineers and scientists for data analysis, algorithm development, and system modeling. It offers a desktop environment optimized for iterative analysis and design processes, coupled with a programming language t
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Best Analytics and AI Products 2022
Relationship Leader Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader Big Data Analytics Winter 2023
Grid Leader Data Science and Machine Learning Platforms Winter 2023
21
Esri ArcGIS
GIS
Esri ArcGIS connects maps, apps, data, and people so you can make smarter, faster decisions. It gives everyone in your organization the ability to discover, use, make, and share maps from any device, anywhere, anytime.
Esri ArcGIS connects maps, apps, data, and people so you can make smarter, faster decisions. It gives everyone in your organization the ability to discover, use, make, and share maps from any device, anywhere, anytime.
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Best Analytics and AI Products 2022
Grid Leader GIS Winter 2023
Grid Leader Location Intelligence Winter 2023
22
BatchGeo
GIS
BatchGeo is a free service that lets you create maps.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader GIS Winter 2023
Relationship Leader GIS Winter 2023
Implementation Leader GIS Winter 2023
Results Leader GIS Winter 2023
23
Navisworks
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Autodesk Navisworks is a comprehensive project review and coordination software designed to enhance Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows. It enables construction and design teams to integrate, analyze, and visualize complex 3D models, facilitating improved project delivery and collaboration
Autodesk Navisworks is a comprehensive project review and coordination software designed to enhance Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows. It enables construction and design teams to integrate, analyze, and visualize complex 3D models, facilitating improved project delivery and collaboration
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Relationship Leader CAD Winter 2023
Results Leader CAD Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
24
Revit MEP
MEP
Revit MEP is a specialized Building Information Modeling (BIM) software tailored for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineers, detailers, and fabricators. It enables professionals to design, analyze, and document complex MEP systems within a unified 3D model, facilitating coordination an
Revit MEP is a specialized Building Information Modeling (BIM) software tailored for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineers, detailers, and fabricators. It enables professionals to design, analyze, and document complex MEP systems within a unified 3D model, facilitating coordination an
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader MEP Winter 2023
Grid Leader MEP Winter 2023
Usability Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Momentum Leader MEP Fall 2022
25
SolidWorks eDrawings
Sketching
SOLIDWORKS eDrawings is a comprehensive 2D, 3D, and AR/VR design communication tool that facilitates seamless collaboration among stakeholders throughout the design-to-manufacture process. By enabling users to share, view, and annotate CAD files across various platforms—including desktop, web, and m
SOLIDWORKS eDrawings is a comprehensive 2D, 3D, and AR/VR design communication tool that facilitates seamless collaboration among stakeholders throughout the design-to-manufacture process. By enabling users to share, view, and annotate CAD files across various platforms—including desktop, web, and m
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader Sketching Winter 2023
Grid Leader Sketching Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader Sketching Fall 2022
Grid Leader CAD Fall 2022
Grid Leader Sketching Summer 2022
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NI Multisim
PCB Design
NI Multisim is an electronic schematic capture and simulation program.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader PCB Design Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader PCB Design Fall 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Fall 2022
Grid Leader CAD Fall 2022
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SolidWorks PDM
Product Data Management (PDM)
SOLIDWORKS PDM (Product Data Management) is a comprehensive solution designed to help teams efficiently manage and collaborate on product development data. By centralizing the storage of CAD models and associated documents in a secure, indexed repository, it ensures that design data is easily access
SOLIDWORKS PDM (Product Data Management) is a comprehensive solution designed to help teams efficiently manage and collaborate on product development data. By centralizing the storage of CAD models and associated documents in a secure, indexed repository, it ensures that design data is easily access
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Fall 2022
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Fall 2022
Momentum Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Summer 2022
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Summer 2022
Momentum Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Spring 2022
Grid Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Spring 2022
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Civil 3D
Civil Engineering Design
Civil 3D civil engineering design software is a civil design and documentation solution that supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows.
Civil 3D civil engineering design software is a civil design and documentation solution that supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Civil Engineering Design Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Civil Engineering Design Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader Civil Engineering Design Fall 2022
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Google Earth Pro
GIS
Google Earth Pro is a comprehensive desktop application that offers an immersive 3D representation of the Earth's surface, combining high-resolution satellite imagery, aerial photography, and geographic information system (GIS) data. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it provides adva
Google Earth Pro is a comprehensive desktop application that offers an immersive 3D representation of the Earth's surface, combining high-resolution satellite imagery, aerial photography, and geographic information system (GIS) data. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it provides adva
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G2 Awards
Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Results Leader GIS Winter 2023
Momentum Leader GIS Winter 2023
Grid Leader GIS Winter 2023
Usability Leader GIS Winter 2023
30
KiCad EDA
PCB Design
A Cross Platform and Open Source Electronics Design Automation Suite
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader PCB Design Winter 2023
Grid Leader PCB Design Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader PCB Design Fall 2022
Grid Leader CAD Fall 2022
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Arena PLM & QMS
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Arena by PTC helps companies design, produce, and deliver innovative products faster with our unified, cloud-native PLM (product lifecycle management) and QMS (quality management system) platform. Ideal for modern product companies, Arena helps reduce design errors and production delays by facilitat
Arena by PTC helps companies design, produce, and deliver innovative products faster with our unified, cloud-native PLM (product lifecycle management) and QMS (quality management system) platform. Ideal for modern product companies, Arena helps reduce design errors and production delays by facilitat
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G2 Awards
Best Global Sellers 2022
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Usability Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Results Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
32
STAAD.Pro
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Perform comprehensive analysis and design for any size or type of structure faster than ever before using the new STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition. Simplify your BIM workflow by using a physical model in STAAD.Pro that is automatically converted into the analytical model for your structural analysis. Share
Perform comprehensive analysis and design for any size or type of structure faster than ever before using the new STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition. Simplify your BIM workflow by using a physical model in STAAD.Pro that is automatically converted into the analytical model for your structural analysis. Share
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Fall 2022
Momentum Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Fall 2022
Grid Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Fall 2022
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OpenBOM
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Deliver cloud multi-tenant BOM and inventory management technology to meet the demands of modern manufacturing and digital habits.
Deliver cloud multi-tenant BOM and inventory management technology to meet the demands of modern manufacturing and digital habits.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Usability Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Product Data Management (PDM) Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Implementation Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
Results Leader Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Winter 2023
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CATIA
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
CATIA is a comprehensive software suite developed by Dassault Systèmes, designed to facilitate the entire product development process from conceptualization to manufacturing. It integrates advanced 3D modeling, simulation, and collaboration tools, enabling users to design, analyze, and manage comple
CATIA is a comprehensive software suite developed by Dassault Systèmes, designed to facilitate the entire product development process from conceptualization to manufacturing. It integrates advanced 3D modeling, simulation, and collaboration tools, enabling users to design, analyze, and manage comple
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
India Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
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Designcenter
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Designcenter is an integrated product design solution that streamlines and accelerates the product development process for engineers who need to deliver innovative products in a collaborative environment.
Designcenter is an integrated product design solution that streamlines and accelerates the product development process for engineers who need to deliver innovative products in a collaborative environment.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Best Global Sellers 2022
Relationship Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
India Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
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AutoCAD Mechanical
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
AutoCAD® Mechanical design software is AutoCAD software built for manufacturing. Part of the Digital Prototyping solution, it includes all the functionality of AutoCAD, plus libraries of standards-based parts and tools to help automate common mechanical CAD tasks and accelerate the mechanical design
AutoCAD® Mechanical design software is AutoCAD software built for manufacturing. Part of the Digital Prototyping solution, it includes all the functionality of AutoCAD, plus libraries of standards-based parts and tools to help automate common mechanical CAD tasks and accelerate the mechanical design
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
India High performer Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Asia High performer Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid High performer Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
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Google Maps Platform
GIS
Google Maps Platform is a comprehensive suite of APIs and SDKs that enables developers to integrate dynamic, real-world mapping and location-based services into their applications. Leveraging Google's extensive geospatial data, it offers tools for creating interactive maps, providing accurate routin
Google Maps Platform is a comprehensive suite of APIs and SDKs that enables developers to integrate dynamic, real-world mapping and location-based services into their applications. Leveraging Google's extensive geospatial data, it offers tools for creating interactive maps, providing accurate routin
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Best Global Sellers 2022
Usability Leader GIS Winter 2023
Results Leader GIS Winter 2023
Momentum Leader GIS Winter 2023
Grid Leader GIS Winter 2023
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Tinkercad
General-Purpose CAD
Tinkercad is a free, web-based application that empowers users to create 3D designs, simulate electronic circuits, and develop code, all within a user-friendly interface. Launched in 2011 and now part of the Autodesk family, Tinkercad has become a popular platform for hobbyists, educators, and stude
Tinkercad is a free, web-based application that empowers users to create 3D designs, simulate electronic circuits, and develop code, all within a user-friendly interface. Launched in 2011 and now part of the Autodesk family, Tinkercad has become a popular platform for hobbyists, educators, and stude
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Additive Manufacturing Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Additive Manufacturing Fall 2022
Grid Leader Additive Manufacturing Fall 2022
Grid Leader Additive Manufacturing Summer 2022
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AutoCAD LT
General-Purpose CAD
Speed design documentation with the 2D drafting tools of AutoCAD LT software.
Speed design documentation with the 2D drafting tools of AutoCAD LT software.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Implementation Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Implementation Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Momentum Leader General-Purpose CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
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Cisco Packet Tracer
Virtual IT Labs
Cisco Packet Tracer is a comprehensive network simulation tool developed by Cisco Systems, designed to facilitate the learning and teaching of complex networking concepts. It enables users to create, configure, and troubleshoot virtual networks, providing a realistic environment for practicing netwo
Cisco Packet Tracer is a comprehensive network simulation tool developed by Cisco Systems, designed to facilitate the learning and teaching of complex networking concepts. It enables users to create, configure, and troubleshoot virtual networks, providing a realistic environment for practicing netwo
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Best Global Sellers 2022
Grid Leader Virtual IT Labs Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Implementation Leader Virtual IT Labs Winter 2023
Grid High performer Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Asia Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Asia Pacific Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
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ArcGIS Online
GIS
ArcGIS Online is a complete, cloud-based mapping platform. Make and share beautiful maps, and do everything in between.
ArcGIS Online is a complete, cloud-based mapping platform. Make and share beautiful maps, and do everything in between.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Location Intelligence Winter 2023
Grid Leader GIS Winter 2023
Relationship Leader Location Intelligence Winter 2023
Grid Leader Business Intelligence Winter 2023
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Ansys Sherlock
Simulation & CAE
Ansys Sherlock is the only Reliability Physics / Physics of Failure (PoF) based electronics design reliability analysis tool that streamlines new product development. Sherlock automatically translates ECAD and MCAE data into 3D finite element models, automates thermal derating and democratizes the t
Ansys Sherlock is the only Reliability Physics / Physics of Failure (PoF) based electronics design reliability analysis tool that streamlines new product development. Sherlock automatically translates ECAD and MCAE data into 3D finite element models, automates thermal derating and democratizes the t
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Asia Pacific High performer Simulation & CAE Fall 2022
Asia High performer Simulation & CAE Fall 2022
Grid High performer Simulation & CAE Fall 2022
Momentum Leader Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Asia Pacific High performer Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Asia High performer Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Grid High performer Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Asia Pacific High performer Simulation & CAE Spring 2022
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Stateflow
Simulation & CAE
Model and simulate decision logic using state machines and flow charts
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Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid High performer Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Fall 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Spring 2022
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Autodesk CFD
Simulation & CAE
Autodesk® CFD software provides computational fluid dynamics and thermal simulation tools to help you predict product performance, optimize designs, and validate product behavior before manufacturing.
Autodesk® CFD software provides computational fluid dynamics and thermal simulation tools to help you predict product performance, optimize designs, and validate product behavior before manufacturing.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Spring 2022
45
Sketchbook
Drawing
Sketchbook is a digital art application designed for artists and designers to create, sketch, and capture ideas seamlessly across desktop, mobile, and tablet devices. Its intuitive and streamlined user interface ensures that the creative process remains uninterrupted, providing essential features li
Sketchbook is a digital art application designed for artists and designers to create, sketch, and capture ideas seamlessly across desktop, mobile, and tablet devices. Its intuitive and streamlined user interface ensures that the creative process remains uninterrupted, providing essential features li
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Categories
G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Drawing Winter 2023
Momentum Leader Drawing Winter 2023
Grid Leader Sketching Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader Drawing Fall 2022
46
AutoCAD Architecture
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
AutoCAD® Architecture software is the version of AutoCAD software specifically for architects.
AutoCAD® Architecture software is the version of AutoCAD software specifically for architects.
G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Asia Pacific Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Asia Leader Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
47
AutoDesk Fabrication ESTmep
MEP
ESTmep+ is a construction cost estimation software that helps mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors manage bids, detailing, fabrication, and installation workflow.
ESTmep+ is a construction cost estimation software that helps mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors manage bids, detailing, fabrication, and installation workflow.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
48
GNU Octave
Simulation & CAE
GNU Octave is an open-source mathematical modeling and simulation software very similar to using the same language as Matlab and Freemat.
GNU Octave is an open-source mathematical modeling and simulation software very similar to using the same language as Matlab and Freemat.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Winter 2023
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Fall 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Summer 2022
Grid Leader Simulation & CAE Spring 2022
49
Dymola
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Dymola is a tool for modeling and simulation of integrated and complex systems for use within automotive, aerospace, robotics, process and other applications.
Dymola is a tool for modeling and simulation of integrated and complex systems for use within automotive, aerospace, robotics, process and other applications.
Reviews
Categories
G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
50
Autodesk 360
CAD Viewers
Autodesk A360 enables design and engineering centric project teams to work efficiently together in one central workspace.
Autodesk A360 enables design and engineering centric project teams to work efficiently together in one central workspace.
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G2 Awards
Best CAD and PLM Products 2022
Momentum Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Implementation Leader CAD Viewers Winter 2023
Implementation Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Winter 2023
Grid Leader CAD Viewers Fall 2022
FAQs
What are the G2 Best Software Awards?
G2’s Annual Best Software Awards ranks the world’s best software companies and products based on authentic, timely reviews from real users.
How are the winners determined?
30 different lists are generated using G2’s proprietary algorithm based on G2’s verified user reviews and publicly available market presence data. The top 100 software companies are ranked based on a combination of Satisfaction and Market Presence scores. The top 100 products are ranked based on reviews across all categories they are a part of. Satisfaction is an aggregate score based on a company’s products across their assigned categories. More tailored company and product lists (e.g., "India Software Companies" and "Products for Small Businesses") feature a smaller set of winners at 50 appearing on each list.
Read more about the methodology used to calculate G2’s Best Software Awards here.
How many reviews does a vendor need to be eligible?
To be included in one of G2’s Best Software Sellers or Best Software Products Lists, a software seller or product must receive at least 50 approved and published reviews during the 2021 calendar year. Scores reflect only data from reviews submitted during this evaluation period.
How are the Best Software Awards different from quarterly badge lists?
For G2’s annual Best Software Awards, the scores reflect reviews submitted in the evaluation period - in this case, the calendar year 2021. Other G2 reports might include more or less data which would potentially show different rankings for software sellers and software products. Also, broadly-defined “Other” categories such as “Other Marketing Software” and “Other IT Security Software” were excluded to ensure we were evaluating products with relevant comparative scoring.
Read more about G2’s research scoring methodologies.
Can software sellers and products win multiple awards?
Yes. A software seller and/or product has the potential to be named on multiple lists based on its eligibility and rankings.
How are reviews verified and vetted?
It is important to us at G2 to be objective and trustworthy, with reviews being thoroughly vetted. To ensure this, we require the use of a LinkedIn™ account or verified business email address to validate a G2 reviewer’s identity and current employer. We also validate reviewers by partnering with sellers and organizations to securely authenticate users through select platforms. We do not allow users to leave reviews for their current employers, former employers, or competitors.
For more information on the reviews process, view G2’s community guidelines.
Were G2’s 2022 Best Software Lists researched and published using the same methodology and criteria as past years? If not, what is new?
There are a few changes to G2's Best Software Lists this year. To be more inclusive of software sellers and products, we reduced the number of vendor-level reviews per calendar year to be eligible - from 100 to 50. Being eligible of course does not guarantee inclusion on a list.
We also added new persona-based lists, such as "Best software for professionals in marketing." Net-new categories this year that enable greater segmentation include those for:
- CAD & PLM Products
- Collaboration & Productivity Products
- Commerce Products
- Content Management Products
- Design Products
- Development Products
- IT Infrastructure Products
- Office Products
- Security Products