Compare Abaqus and Altair Hypermesh 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Abaqus
Star Rating
(50)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AbaqusAltair Hypermesh
Star Rating
(47)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Altair HypermeshSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Abaqus excels in finite element analysis with a score of 8.8, matching Altair Hypermesh, but reviewers mention that Abaqus's 3D/solid modeling tools lag behind with a score of 6.4 compared to Hypermesh's 8.1, indicating a more robust modeling capability in Hypermesh.
- Reviewers mention that Altair Hypermesh offers superior editing tools, scoring 8.6, while Abaqus only scores 6.5. Users say that the intuitive interface in Hypermesh makes it easier to modify designs efficiently.
- G2 users highlight that both products perform well in fluid analysis, with Abaqus scoring 8.2 and Hypermesh at 8.0, but users on G2 note that Abaqus provides more comprehensive support for complex fluid dynamics simulations.
- Users report that Hypermesh shines in its command clarity, scoring 8.9 compared to Abaqus's 8.6. Reviewers mention that this clarity enhances the user experience, making it easier to navigate and utilize the software effectively.
- Reviewers mention that Abaqus has a slight edge in manufacturing process simulation with a score of 8.0, while Hypermesh scores 8.6, indicating that Hypermesh may offer more advanced features for simulating manufacturing processes.
- Users say that both products are well-suited for managing multiple profiles, with Abaqus scoring 8.5 and Hypermesh at 8.7. However, users on G2 report that Hypermesh's profile management features are more user-friendly and efficient.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Abaqus
No pricing availableAltair Hypermesh
No pricing availableFree Trial
Abaqus
No trial information availableAltair Hypermesh
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
37
9.1
27
Ease of Use
7.5
38
8.4
28
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.1
35
8.6
28
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
7.4
36
8.8
29
Features by Category
Design
6.4
18
8.1
26
6.6
18
7.7
25
6.5
19
8.6
26
7.0
16
7.7
25
Tools
8.2
14
8.0
21
8.8
22
8.8
27
8.1
16
8.5
21
Work
7.9
15
8.6
22
8.1
13
8.5
21
8.4
18
8.4
23
8.0
14
8.6
21
8.0
11
8.8
20
Environment
7.0
15
8.5
24
8.3
12
8.8
23
8.5
13
8.7
22
8.6
18
8.9
25
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Abaqus and Altair Hypermesh are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
Abaqus has no unique categories
Altair Hypermesh has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Abaqus
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Altair Hypermesh
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Higher Education
20.4%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.3%
Automotive
16.3%
Aviation & Aerospace
12.2%
Research
10.2%
Other
24.5%
Automotive
42.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
9.5%
Airlines/Aviation
7.1%
Information Technology and Services
4.8%
Industrial Automation
4.8%
Other
31.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Abaqus
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace
Abaqus Contact definitions are the best. Also the material model library is broader than any other software package.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Ahmet Orkun M.
Verified User in Automotive
When it compared to other FE programs, it is easy to use toolbars & kits but i need to perform more clicks than other competitors of Abaqus, it is creating timingwise create insufficiency.
Altair Hypermesh
Most Helpful Favorable Review
ali m.
Verified User in Airlines/Aviation
easy and reliable mesh generation for FEM.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Telecommunications
There are sometimes too many options of what seem to be the same software.
Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace
Abaqus Contact definitions are the best. Also the material model library is broader than any other software package.
ali m.
Verified User in Airlines/Aviation
easy and reliable mesh generation for FEM.
Ahmet Orkun M.
Verified User in Automotive
When it compared to other FE programs, it is easy to use toolbars & kits but i need to perform more clicks than other competitors of Abaqus, it is creating timingwise create insufficiency.
Verified User in Telecommunications
There are sometimes too many options of what seem to be the same software.
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Altair Hypermesh has no discussions with answers
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