Compare Autodesk CFD and SOLIDWORKS 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (43.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Autodesk CFD
Star Rating
(31)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Autodesk CFDSOLIDWORKS
Star Rating
(598)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SOLIDWORKSSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SOLIDWORKS excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 9.7, making it a preferred choice for detailed design work, while Autodesk CFD, with a score of 9.4, is noted for its strong fluid analysis capabilities, which are essential for simulations.
- Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS offers superior drawing tools, scoring 9.7, which enhances the drafting process, whereas Autodesk CFD's rendering tools, scoring 8.7, are highlighted for their effectiveness in visualizing fluid dynamics.
- G2 users indicate that SOLIDWORKS has a more robust CAD-CAM import feature with a score of 9.1, facilitating smoother transitions from design to manufacturing, while Autodesk CFD's compatibility with various file formats is praised, particularly its STL compatibility at 8.6.
- Users on G2 report that SOLIDWORKS provides a better overall user experience with an ease of use score of 8.6, compared to Autodesk CFD's 8.8, which some users find slightly more intuitive for fluid simulations.
- Reviewers say that SOLIDWORKS shines in its library management features, particularly in categorization and search functionalities, scoring 8.9 and 8.5 respectively, while Autodesk CFD's component libraries are rated lower at 7.9, indicating a need for improvement in this area.
- Users report that Autodesk CFD has a higher score in product direction at 9.4, suggesting a strong commitment to future development and enhancements, while SOLIDWORKS, with a score of 8.5, is seen as slightly less innovative in this regard.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Autodesk CFD
No pricing availableSOLIDWORKS
No pricing availableFree Trial
Autodesk CFD
No trial information availableSOLIDWORKS
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.7
22
8.8
497
Ease of Use
8.8
22
8.6
500
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
7.9
72
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
7.8
47
Quality of Support
8.8
21
8.1
439
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.3
47
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
19
8.6
494
Features by Category
CAD to CAM
Not enough data
9.1
36
Not enough data
8.8
36
Not enough data
8.8
36
CNC Programming
Not enough data
8.8
32
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.3
31
Machining
Not enough data
8.7
33
Not enough data
8.7
33
Not enough data
8.9
33
Design
Not enough data
9.4
86
Not enough data
9.4
86
Not enough data
9.3
83
Not enough data
8.0
84
Edit
Not enough data
8.4
82
Not enough data
8.2
75
Not enough data
9.2
81
Not enough data
8.2
70
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
8.4
75
Library
Not enough data
8.9
23
Not enough data
8.5
23
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
8.7
19
CAD
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
9.4
25
Not enough data
8.9
25
Integration
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
9.5
23
Not enough data
8.7
20
Data
Not enough data
9.3
22
Not enough data
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
9.0
21
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.7
20
Logistics
Not enough data
9.2
22
File Support
Not enough data
8.7
54
Not enough data
8.5
40
Not enough data
8.4
45
File Editing
Not enough data
7.5
48
Not enough data
8.7
52
Software Integrations
Not enough data
7.5
42
Not enough data
8.9
51
Software Type
Not enough data
7.6
41
Not enough data
8.6
46
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
File Options
Not enough data
8.8
37
Not enough data
9.1
36
Not enough data
9.1
36
Not enough data
9.3
37
Not enough data
8.3
29
Not enough data
8.1
35
Tools
Not enough data
9.4
36
Not enough data
9.0
34
Not enough data
9.2
36
Design
Not enough data
9.4
36
Design
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
7.7
11
Tools
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Library
Not enough data
8.1
12
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
7.9
11
Customization
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Design
8.6
14
9.2
52
8.6
15
8.9
52
8.8
15
8.7
52
8.7
15
7.4
52
Tools
9.4
15
7.9
46
9.1
15
7.9
47
8.8
15
7.3
40
Work
8.6
14
7.3
34
8.4
15
7.6
35
8.8
15
8.1
41
8.1
14
7.9
37
9.0
14
8.4
40
Environment
8.6
14
8.3
46
8.5
14
8.3
44
8.7
14
8.2
41
9.0
15
8.5
45
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.3
8
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Autodesk CFD and SOLIDWORKS are categorized as Simulation & CAE
Unique Categories
Autodesk CFD has no unique categories
SOLIDWORKS is categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), General-Purpose CAD, CAD Viewers, 3D Printing, Sketching, PCB Design, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), CAD Libraries, CAD Data Exchange, and Simulation and Test Suite
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk CFD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SOLIDWORKS
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
20.0%
Oil & Energy
10.0%
Higher Education
10.0%
Design
10.0%
Manufacturing
6.7%
Other
43.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
22.4%
Design
12.0%
Automotive
6.3%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
6.2%
Medical Devices
6.0%
Other
47.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Autodesk CFD
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Ragavendran L.
Verified User in Manufacturing
The UI/UX of the Autodesk CDF is very intuitive and gives its users an amazing experience.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Geetesh W.
Verified User in Higher Education
There is a tool which is trying to gain popularity but lacks handling of advanced physics that other competitors can handle. Integration with other generally used softwares seems to be a hindrance
SOLIDWORKS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Yevgen G.
Verified User in Higher Education
1. User friendly interface including - clear structure; - intuitively proper location of tools; - good help system; - customizable toolboxes. 2. Comprehensive functionality including - open platform with hundreds of add-ins; - add-ins present CAD,...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Jim P.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
The business model for SolidWorks relies on a effectively mandatory annual subscription fee that amounts to a repurchase of the software about every six years. This is required since the first time a customer updates, you will no longer be able to read...
Ragavendran L.
Verified User in Manufacturing
The UI/UX of the Autodesk CDF is very intuitive and gives its users an amazing experience.
Yevgen G.
Verified User in Higher Education
1. User friendly interface including - clear structure; - intuitively proper location of tools; - good help system; - customizable toolboxes. 2. Comprehensive functionality including - open platform with hundreds of add-ins; - add-ins present CAD,...
Geetesh W.
Verified User in Higher Education
There is a tool which is trying to gain popularity but lacks handling of advanced physics that other competitors can handle. Integration with other generally used softwares seems to be a hindrance
Jim P.
Verified User in Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
The business model for SolidWorks relies on a effectively mandatory annual subscription fee that amounts to a repurchase of the software about every six years. This is required since the first time a customer updates, you will no longer be able to read...
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What is SOLIDWORKS used for?
3 comments
YP
SOLIDWORKS IS USED FOR MULTIPLE WORK LIKE 2D & 3D CAD MODELING, ASSEMBLY MODELING, SHWWET METAL MODELING, SURFACE MODELING, RENDERING, SIMULATION, 3D...Read more
How to stop or cancel a ongoing command.
2 comments
GP
The sentence does not contain any translatable content as it is an imperative instruction.Read more
best use o this software
2 comments
OS
Making 2D sketches and extruding them to make 3d sketches.Read more
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