# Altair Inspire, SOLIDWORKS, SketchUp vs Archicad Comparison

| | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.3 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 76 | 645 | 1,327 | 294 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (44.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (44.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (75.6% of reviews) | Small-Business (86.8% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | $129.00 1 Seats Per Year | $2,414.00 1 Seat Per Year | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Altair Inspire

Pros:
- Ease of Use (10 reviews)
- Efficiency Improvement (7 reviews)

Cons:
- Learning Curve (4 reviews)
- Not User-Friendly (2 reviews)

### SOLIDWORKS

Pros:
- Ease of Use (37 reviews)
- Features (29 reviews)

Cons:
- Performance Issues (17 reviews)
- Slow Performance (15 reviews)

### SketchUp

Pros:
- Ease of Use (14 reviews)
- 3D Modeling (10 reviews)

Cons:
- Poor Rendering Quality (7 reviews)
- Expensive (5 reviews)

### Archicad

Pros:
- Ease of Use (52 reviews)
- 3D Modeling (35 reviews)

Cons:
- Missing Features (30 reviews)
- Library Issues (16 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.1 (69 reviews) | 8.8 (536 reviews) | 8.5 (1136 reviews) | 8.8 (245 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.5 (69 reviews) | 8.6 (541 reviews) | 8.9 (1154 reviews) | 8.5 (247 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.4 (29 reviews) | 8.2 (113 reviews) | 9.0 (273 reviews) | 8.4 (91 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.5 (9 reviews) | 7.9 (46 reviews) | 8.3 (104 reviews) | 8.0 (41 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 7.8 (59 reviews) | 8.2 (476 reviews) | 8.1 (905 reviews) | 8.3 (233 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.7 (9 reviews) | 8.3 (46 reviews) | 8.5 (101 reviews) | 8.4 (41 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.2 (69 reviews) | 8.6 (530 reviews) | 8.2 (1123 reviews) | 8.2 (229 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Altair Inspire

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### SOLIDWORKS

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### SketchUp

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Go Subscription

Price: $129.00 1 Seats Per Year

Description: Design & collaborate anywhere.

Key Features:
- Web & iPad based 3D Modeling Platform
- Unlimited Cloud Storage on Trimble Connect
- Community Support and SketchUp Help Center Access

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Archicad

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: 3-Year Archicad Studio Subscription

Price: $2,414.00 1 Seat Per Year

Description: Three year subscription, billed annually. Prices are informational only. Final price depends on your billing country, and may differ from prices shown here.

Key Features:
- Archicad Full Subscription   
- BIMx PRO   
- BIMcloud Software as a Service 

[Browse all 6 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/archicad/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Architecture

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Project Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **BIM Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Billing & Invoicing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Planning Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Quotes/Estimates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Approval Process Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Template Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Summary Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Timesheet Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drafting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bills of Material** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Status Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **2D Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Projections** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role-Based Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Time Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Job Costing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Imaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For AEC Industry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Invoice Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Contact Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Contract/License Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Projects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.3/10 | 317 |
| **Archicad** | 7.6/10 | 153 |

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Visualizing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (298 reviews) | 9.2 (144 reviews) | 
| **Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (296 reviews) | 7.4 (135 reviews) | 
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (297 reviews) | 9.1 (144 reviews) | 
| **Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 8.8 (141 reviews) | 
| **Sequence Steps** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (271 reviews) | 7.5 (117 reviews) | 
| **Dynamic Updating** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.6 (221 reviews) | 8.7 (113 reviews) | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Multi User** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (222 reviews) | 8.7 (123 reviews) | 
| **File Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (293 reviews) | 8.5 (141 reviews) | 
| **Annotating ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.1 (269 reviews) | 8.2 (138 reviews) | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (259 reviews) | 8.5 (137 reviews) | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Construction

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Fabrication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (239 reviews) | 7.3 (103 reviews) | 
| **Reinforcement Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 6.4 (97 reviews) | 
| **Clash Detection ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.6 (216 reviews) | 7.3 (109 reviews) | 
| **Grading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (201 reviews) | 6.5 (100 reviews) | 
| **Earthwork** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (190 reviews) | 6.2 (96 reviews) | 
| **CAD Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.2 (118 reviews) | 6.1 (27 reviews) | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.1 (118 reviews) | 6.0 (27 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.4 (119 reviews) | 5.9 (27 reviews) | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Role-Based Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Centralized Data Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Change Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Subcontractor Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bid Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Offline Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Lifecycle Cost Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Issue Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Conflict Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Clash Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Electrical System Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **MEP Coordination** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Load Calculation & Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interoperability with BIM & CAD** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Circuit Design Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audit Trail** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For AEC Industry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Accounting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Estimating** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Imaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.7/10 | 53 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### CAD to CAM

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **CAD-CAM Import** | Not enough data | 9.0 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAM Data Exchange** | Not enough data | 8.8 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAD/CAM Compatibility** | Not enough data | 8.9 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Verification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### CNC Programming

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **CNC Workflows** | Not enough data | 8.7 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CNC Feature Recognition** | Not enough data | 8.6 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Programming Control** | Not enough data | 8.4 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Configurable Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Job Card** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Machining

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Job Set-up** | Not enough data | 8.6 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Operations** | Not enough data | 8.7 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tooling and Toolpaths** | Not enough data | 8.8 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **G-Code Output** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Batch Processing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Toolpath Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **2D and 3D Machining** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Language** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI/Machine Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Aerospace Industry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Axis Machining Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Setup Sheet Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Automotive Industry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tool Library Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Nesting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Additive Manufacturing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **IoT Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Material Database** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable User Interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAD Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role-Based Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Roughing & Finishing Strategies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Machine Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### 3D Modeling

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.1/10 | 293 |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Sculpting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.0 (275 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Topology** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (268 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (272 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Brush Variety ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.4 (265 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Effects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.0 (266 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Move

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Animate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.6 (264 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Render** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (271 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Views** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (274 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Store & Manage

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Pipeline ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (253 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Controls** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.6 (260 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Template library ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (262 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.1 (248 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.2 (246 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### General-Purpose CAD

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.8/10 | 113 |
| **SketchUp** | 8.2/10 | 329 |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | 9.5 (108 reviews) | 8.7 (305 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Modeling** | Not enough data | 9.4 (108 reviews) | 8.9 (308 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Visualize ** | Not enough data | 9.2 (104 reviews) | 8.9 (308 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering** | Not enough data | 8.1 (101 reviews) | 7.7 (294 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Edit

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **File Import ** | Not enough data | 8.5 (99 reviews) | 8.1 (297 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Push/Pull** | Not enough data | 8.3 (91 reviews) | 9.1 (305 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Views** | Not enough data | 9.3 (102 reviews) | 8.8 (304 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Grips ** | Not enough data | 8.3 (86 reviews) | 8.3 (290 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Annotate** | Not enough data | 8.6 (95 reviews) | 7.4 (265 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Documentation ** | Not enough data | 9.0 (97 reviews) | 7.5 (264 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Data Extract** | Not enough data | 8.4 (91 reviews) | 7.3 (244 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Animation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reference Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Configuration Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Synchronization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For 3D Printing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Modeling & Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Manufacturers** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Format Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sketching and Annotation Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Projects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Architects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bill of Materials Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rules-Based Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Capture and Transfer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Projections** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real Time Comparisons** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Component Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Configurable Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### CAD Libraries

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.9/10 | 35 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Library

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Categorize** | Not enough data | 8.9 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search** | Not enough data | 8.6 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Deduplication** | Not enough data | 8.4 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback** | Not enough data | 8.6 (23 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### CAD

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Types** | Not enough data | 8.8 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Models** | Not enough data | 9.4 (30 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compatibility** | Not enough data | 9.1 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integration

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Catalogs** | Not enough data | 8.5 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAD & PLM** | Not enough data | 9.6 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **ERP** | Not enough data | 8.6 (25 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### CAD Data Exchange

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.8/10 | 34 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Data

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D Format** | Not enough data | 9.3 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Quality** | Not enough data | 8.8 (27 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Extra Information** | Not enough data | 8.3 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Standard Format** | Not enough data | 9.0 (27 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Translate** | Not enough data | 8.3 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Validation** | Not enough data | 8.7 (25 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Logistics

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Integrate** | Not enough data | 9.1 (25 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Additive Manufacturing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 7.9/10 | 66 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### File Support - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **STL Compatible** | Not enough data | 8.7 (61 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3MF Compatible** | Not enough data | 8.5 (47 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **OBJ Compatible** | Not enough data | 8.4 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### File Editing - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Mesh Repair** | Not enough data | 7.5 (55 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Editing** | Not enough data | 8.6 (60 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Standalone Slicer** | Not enough data | 7.6 (49 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Inetgrated 3D Modeling** | Not enough data | 8.8 (58 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Software Type - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Cloud-based Platform** | Not enough data | 7.7 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Downloadable Application** | Not enough data | 8.6 (53 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | 6.0 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | 6.1 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Material Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Building Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Slicing Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### CAD Viewers

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 9.0/10 | 49 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### File Options

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Import files** | Not enough data | 8.9 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Export files** | Not enough data | 9.1 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **View 2D files** | Not enough data | 9.1 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **View 3D files** | Not enough data | 9.3 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Batch convert files** | Not enough data | 8.3 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File size** | Not enough data | 8.3 (41 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Tools

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Dimensioning tools** | Not enough data | 9.5 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Change units** | Not enough data | 9.1 (41 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D/solid modeling tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | 9.4 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### PCB Design

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.2/10 | 15 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **PCB layout editing** | Not enough data | 7.9 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Schematic editor** | Not enough data | 7.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Tools

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D modeling tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Component placement** | Not enough data | 8.7 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Library

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Component libraries** | Not enough data | 8.2 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Board size** | Not enough data | 8.6 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Layers** | Not enough data | 8.1 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Customization

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom commands** | Not enough data | 7.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom interface** | Not enough data | 8.3 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Simulation & CAE

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | 7.6/10 | 34 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.2/10 | 65 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | 7.9 (32 reviews) | 9.2 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing Tools** | 7.4 (32 reviews) | 9.0 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Editing Tools** | 7.6 (32 reviews) | 8.8 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering tools** | 7.2 (31 reviews) | 7.7 (61 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Stochastic Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Tools

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Fluid analysis** | 6.8 (30 reviews) | 7.8 (55 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Finite element analysis** | 8.7 (33 reviews) | 7.8 (57 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multibody dynamics** | 7.7 (31 reviews) | 7.3 (50 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Work

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Discrete event modeling** | Feature Not Available | 7.4 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Continuous event modeling** | 6.9 (30 reviews) | 7.6 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mechanical event simulation** | 7.8 (29 reviews) | 8.3 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manufacturing process simulation** | 7.8 (30 reviews) | 8.1 (45 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integrate** | 7.1 (29 reviews) | 8.4 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Turbulence Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Motion Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dynamic Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mathematical Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Agent-Based Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Monte Carlo Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Environment

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | 7.7 (31 reviews) | 8.3 (54 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task** | 7.4 (30 reviews) | 8.3 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Feature Not Available | 8.1 (50 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Command Clarity** | 8.1 (31 reviews) | 8.6 (54 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Configurable Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Verification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Imaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Projections** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Visual Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Direct Manipulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scenario Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Product Data Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Predictive Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Change Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Process Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rules-Based Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Graphical Data Presentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Graphical Workflow Editor** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Industry Specific Database** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Urban Planning and Design

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.5/10 | 166 |
| **Archicad** | 7.8/10 | 27 |

#### Plan

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (144 reviews) | 8.4 (27 reviews) | 
| **Sequence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (141 reviews) | 7.4 (25 reviews) | 
| **Annotate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.6 (138 reviews) | 8.3 (27 reviews) | 
| **Collaborate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (133 reviews) | 8.6 (27 reviews) | 

#### Design

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (158 reviews) | 9.2 (27 reviews) | 
| **3D Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (158 reviews) | 7.6 (27 reviews) | 
| **2D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (147 reviews) | 8.6 (27 reviews) | 
| **Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (156 reviews) | 8.8 (27 reviews) | 

#### Analysis

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Sustainability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (132 reviews) | 7.0 (25 reviews) | 
| **Liveability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 5.9 (23 reviews) | 
| **Movement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (133 reviews) | 6.4 (23 reviews) | 

### Architectural Rendering

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |
| **SketchUp** | 7.2/10 | 478 |
| **Archicad** | 7.7/10 | 133 |

#### Library

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Objects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (460 reviews) | 7.6 (130 reviews) | 
| **Materials** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (464 reviews) | 7.6 (130 reviews) | 
| **Bills of Material** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Rendering

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Textures** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (453 reviews) | 7.2 (128 reviews) | 
| **Shading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (448 reviews) | 7.8 (127 reviews) | 
| **Lighting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (444 reviews) | 7.1 (120 reviews) | 
| **Exterior Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (436 reviews) | 7.0 (123 reviews) | 
| **Aerial Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (411 reviews) | 7.0 (117 reviews) | 
| **Atmospheric rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (394 reviews) | 6.1 (108 reviews) | 

#### Integrations

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **BIM Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (368 reviews) | 8.5 (122 reviews) | 
| **3D Rendering Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (420 reviews) | 8.1 (125 reviews) | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Website Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.2 (238 reviews) | 6.4 (37 reviews) | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Offline Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **360-Site Stream** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For AEC Industry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drafting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Landscape Design** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Animation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-time Product Visualizations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple File Format Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Component Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **BIM Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Floor Plans & Maps** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sketching and Annotation Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Template Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Creation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Pre-built Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CAD Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Panoramas** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **3D Imaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proposal Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Architectural Symbol Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Modeling & Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Labeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Architects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Projections** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Subcontractor Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Configurable Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Graphical Data Presentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Historical Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Design Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **2D Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Comparison View** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Projects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Automatic Formatting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Altair Inspire** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.4/10 | 46 |
| **SketchUp** | N/A | N/A |
| **Archicad** | N/A | N/A |

#### Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | 9.5 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rendering Tools** | Not enough data | 8.7 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | 9.1 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Text Editing Tools** | Not enough data | 7.7 (25 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Export Files** | Not enough data | 8.6 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Import Files** | Not enough data | 8.6 (27 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Interoperability** | Not enough data | 8.3 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Backwards compatibility** | Not enough data | 8.0 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File size** | Not enough data | 7.3 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom Commands** | Not enough data | 8.4 (23 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Scripts** | Not enough data | 8.4 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Menus** | Not enough data | 7.6 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Custom Interface** | Not enough data | 8.2 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | Not enough data | 8.0 (27 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task-based interfaces** | Not enough data | 8.4 (23 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | 7.9 (23 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | 9.0 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

---
## Categories

**Unique to Altair Inspire (1):** [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae)

**Unique to SOLIDWORKS (10):** [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae), [CAD Viewers](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [PCB Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/pcb-design), [Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/computer-aided-manufacturing-cam), [CAD Libraries](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-libraries), [CAD Data Exchange Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-data-exchange), [Additive Manufacturing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/additive-manufacturing)

**Unique to SketchUp (6):** [Urban Planning and Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/urban-planning-and-design), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/building-design-and-building-information-modeling-bim), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [3D Modeling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling), [Architectural Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/architectural-rendering)

**Unique to Archicad (3):** [Architectural Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/architectural-rendering), [Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/building-design-and-building-information-modeling-bim), [Urban Planning and Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/urban-planning-and-design)


---
## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Altair Inspire | SOLIDWORKS | SketchUp | Archicad | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 44.3% | 44.3% | 75.6% | 86.8% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 25.7% | 33.9% | 18.0% | 10.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 30.0% | 21.8% | 6.3% | 2.8% | 

### By Industry

#### Altair Inspire

- **Automotive:** 25.7%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 17.1%
- **Aviation & Aerospace:** 5.7%
- **Construction:** 5.7%
- **Higher Education:** 5.7%
- **Consumer Goods:** 4.3%
- **Machinery:** 4.3%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 2.9%
- **Civil Engineering:** 2.9%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 22.9%

#### SOLIDWORKS

- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 23.0%
- **Design:** 11.7%
- **Automotive:** 6.6%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 5.9%
- **Medical Devices:** 5.8%
- **Machinery:** 5.6%
- **Higher Education:** 4.6%
- **Aviation & Aerospace:** 4.5%
- **Oil & Energy:** 3.0%
- **Consumer Goods:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 27.0%

#### SketchUp

- **Architecture & Planning:** 47.1%
- **Design:** 16.6%
- **Construction:** 11.2%
- **Civil Engineering:** 2.4%
- **Higher Education:** 1.3%
- **Graphic Design:** 1.1%
- **Retail:** 1.0%
- **Furniture:** 0.9%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 0.9%
- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 0.9%
- **Other:** 16.7%

#### Archicad

- **Architecture & Planning:** 82.8%
- **Construction:** 5.6%
- **Design:** 4.2%
- **Civil Engineering:** 1.4%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 0.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 0.7%
- **Alternative Dispute Resolution:** 0.4%
- **Building Materials:** 0.4%
- **Commercial Real Estate:** 0.4%
- **Computer Software:** 0.4%
- **Other:** 3.2%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Altair Inspire

- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (520 reviews)
- [Ansys Fluent](https://www.g2.com/products/ansys-fluent/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (122 reviews)
- [Ansys Mechanical](https://www.g2.com/products/ansys-mechanical/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (93 reviews)
- [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [CATIA](https://www.g2.com/products/catia/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (255 reviews)
- [Simcenter STAR-CCM+](https://www.g2.com/products/simcenter-star-ccm/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (204 reviews)
- [SolidWorks Simulation](https://www.g2.com/products/dassault-systemes-solidworks-simulation/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (60 reviews)
- [nTop](https://www.g2.com/products/ntop/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (11 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (636 reviews)

### Alternatives to SOLIDWORKS

- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (520 reviews)
- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (725 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (636 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (203 reviews)
- [AutoCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1939 reviews)
- [Designcenter](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (670 reviews)
- [IronCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/ironcad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (43 reviews)
- [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews)
- [MicroStation](https://www.g2.com/products/microstation/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (416 reviews)

### Alternatives to SketchUp

- [AutoCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1939 reviews)
- [Revit](https://www.g2.com/products/revit/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (955 reviews)
- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (725 reviews)
- [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (520 reviews)
- [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [D5 Render](https://www.g2.com/products/d5-render/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (1063 reviews)
- [Vectorworks Architect](https://www.g2.com/products/vectorworks-architect/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (236 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (203 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (636 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)

### Alternatives to Archicad

- [Revit](https://www.g2.com/products/revit/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (955 reviews)
- [Vectorworks Architect](https://www.g2.com/products/vectorworks-architect/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (236 reviews)
- [AutoCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1939 reviews)
- [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Civil 3D](https://www.g2.com/products/civil-3d/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (305 reviews)
- [V-Ray](https://www.g2.com/products/v-ray/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (222 reviews)
- [Lumion Pro](https://www.g2.com/products/lumion-pro/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (110 reviews)
- [D5 Render](https://www.g2.com/products/d5-render/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (1063 reviews)
- [AutoCAD MEP](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad-mep/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (203 reviews)
- [Navisworks](https://www.g2.com/products/navisworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (206 reviews)

---
## Top Discussions

### Altair Inspire

- Title: [What file formats will Inspire import?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/file-import) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "ACIS (.sab, .sat): through R21
CATIA V4 (.model): all 4.xx
CATIA V5 (.CATPart, .CATProduct): V5R10 through V5-6R2015
IGES (.iges, .igs): 3 & 5
JT (.jt):..."
- Title: [What languages is Inspire localized for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/language-support-e9ce63ff-860d-4e16-986b-65ea1e281166) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean."
- Title: [What file formats will Inspire export?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/file-export) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Inspire supports the following CAD formats and versions for export:
ACIS(.sab, .sat): R19
STL (.stl)
IGES (.iges, .igs): 5.3
Parasolid (.x_b, .x_t,..."
- Title: [What is topology optimization?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/topology-optimization) — 1 comment, 2 upvotes *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Topology optimization is a mathematical method that creates a material layout within a given design space, for a given set of loads and constraints, in the..."
- Title: [Who uses Inspire?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/customers-431e59c8-3fb9-4b29-ad22-e4804288f7a0) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "solidThinking Inspire is used by a growing number of design engineers, product designers, and architects at well known companies around the world such as:..."

### SOLIDWORKS

- Title: [What is SOLIDWORKS used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-solidworks-used-for) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "A person can use SolidWorks for many things, Part modeling, Assembly Testing, rendering, Creating working animation of any machine or product. Start..."
- Title: [How to stop or cancel a ongoing command.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-to-stop-or-cancel-a-ongoing-command) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "By pressing escape key."
- Title: [best use o this software](https://www.g2.com/discussions/35425-best-use-o-this-software) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Making 2D sketches and extruding them to make 3d sketches."
- Title: [Where is the Features toolbar in Solidworks?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/where-is-the-features-toolbar-in-solidworks) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Right-click in the window border, click Toolbars, and select or clear a toolbar name.
Click Tools > Customize. On the Toolbars tab, select the toolbars to..."
- Title: [What are features in Solidworks?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-features-in-solidworks) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Solidworks have so many feature like sketch tool, Part modeling, Assembly modeling, Drawing Tool, Sheet metal, weldments, Surface modeling, Rendering Tool,..."

### SketchUp

- Title: [What is SketchUp used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-sketchup-used-for) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "What I primarily use SketchUp for is extremely quick concept ideas for the construction of a project or the explaining of a project. The programs easy..."
- Title: [Ye](https://www.g2.com/discussions/ye) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi!"
- Title: [When is the Sketchup for IPAD going to be released. I joined the beta back in September 2021 and have been waiting eagerly.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/when-is-the-sketchup-for-ipad-going-to-be-released-i-joined-the-beta-back-in-september-2021-and-have-been-waiting-eagerly) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hey there! SketchUp for iPad has been released. Check out our website for more information: https://www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-for-ipad"
- Title: [Building the site is a pain but is critical. This needs to be easier.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/building-the-site-is-a-pain-but-is-critical-this-needs-to-be-easier) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Try the 2DXY_SiteSurvey add-on.  The precise survey lines are very easy to set.  The become familiar with the integrated site location and sand box tools for..."
- Title: [What is next?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-next-d4049eff-b5d6-487f-b730-0c3f2631ae44) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "#iPad!!!"

### Archicad

- Title: [Is it necessary to make a new version release every year ?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-it-necessary-to-make-a-new-version-release-every-year) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "No, you can get away with getting it every couple of years. But they do have a good offer when paying yearly and guarantee a new version every year."
- Title: [How best can the newly integrated classifications and properties be used to organize keynotes?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/50662-how-best-can-the-newly-integrated-classifications-and-properties-be-used-to-organize-keynotes) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Spencer, 
It is frustrating that there is not a straight forward tool for keynoting, however, it is possible.  Our company uses the "Keynote..."
- Title: [What is the best way to stop it from overloading my computer?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-way-to-stop-it-from-overloading-my-computer) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Ensure your computer meets the recommended specifications that Graphisoft have published on their website, and otherwise rationalize the way you structure a..."
- Title: [Why doesn't Archicad do 3D renderings?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/pourquoi-archicad-ne-fait-pas-des-rendus-3d) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Archicad does 3d Rendering throughout Cinema Render, a rendering motor that comes within the software installation. "
- Title: [How do other people make custom objects for their projects?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/12321-how-do-other-people-make-custom-objects-for-their-projects) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "you can model your own objects with native Arhicad elements such as Walls, Slabs or any other, and then save them as objects by selecting the entire elements..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/altair-inspire-vs-solidworks-vs-sketchup-vs-archicad)