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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (46.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Creo
Star Rating
(195)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(13)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (46.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Creo Parametric excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 8.9, while QCAD's modeling capabilities are rated significantly lower at 6.7. Reviewers mention that Creo's advanced features allow for more complex designs and better overall performance in professional environments.
- Reviewers mention that QCAD shines in its drawing tools, achieving a score of 9.5 compared to Creo Parametric's 9.1. Users on G2 appreciate QCAD's user-friendly interface and its effectiveness for 2D drafting, making it a preferred choice for simpler projects.
- G2 users highlight that Creo Parametric offers superior rendering tools with a score of 8.1, while QCAD's rendering capabilities are rated at a lower 6.2. Users say that the quality of visualizations in Creo is essential for presentations and client approvals.
- Users report that both products have strong file import capabilities, but Creo Parametric scores higher at 8.9 compared to QCAD's 8.1. Reviewers mention that this feature is crucial for integrating various file types into their workflows seamlessly.
- Reviewers mention that Creo Parametric has a more robust support system, with a quality of support rating of 7.7, while QCAD's support is rated at 7.4. Users say that having reliable support is vital for troubleshooting and maximizing productivity.
- Users on G2 report that Creo Parametric has a better product direction with a positive rating of 7.7, compared to QCAD's 8.9. Reviewers mention that this indicates a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in Creo, which is appealing for long-term users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Creo
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Creo
Free Trial is available
QCAD
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.4
164
8.6
11
Ease of Use
7.4
164
8.5
12
Ease of Setup
7.8
27
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
7.4
15
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.8
155
7.7
10
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
15
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
159
9.0
12
Features by Category
Design
7.9
66
Not enough data
8.3
61
Not enough data
8.8
77
Not enough data
7.6
60
Not enough data
8.2
68
Not enough data
Move
8.1
68
Not enough data
7.9
71
Not enough data
8.8
76
Not enough data
Store & Manage
8.5
62
Not enough data
8.7
73
Not enough data
8.3
74
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
15
Not enough data
7.2
16
Not enough data
Design
9.1
36
9.6
8
9.3
36
5.8
8
8.8
36
6.7
8
8.2
35
5.4
8
Edit
8.9
36
8.3
8
8.3
34
5.8
6
8.7
36
7.7
8
8.3
32
6.3
5
Collaboration
8.5
35
8.1
8
8.5
34
6.9
8
8.7
33
7.7
8
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Options
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
8.9
19
Not enough data
8.8
19
Not enough data
8.7
19
Not enough data
8.1
19
Not enough data
Tools
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
7.3
13
Not enough data
Work
7.0
11
Not enough data
7.1
12
Not enough data
7.3
14
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
8.3
14
Not enough data
Environment
8.0
16
Not enough data
7.9
15
Not enough data
7.7
13
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.5
8
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Creo and QCAD are categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
Creo is categorized as 3D Modeling, Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), Simulation & CAE, and Additive Manufacturing
QCAD is categorized as CAD Viewers
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Creo
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
QCAD
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
21.9%
Automotive
20.8%
Design
14.2%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
6.0%
Machinery
4.9%
Other
32.2%
Education Management
23.1%
Manufacturing
7.7%
Program Development
7.7%
Printing
7.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
7.7%
Other
46.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
What is Creo Parametric used for?
2 Comments
MS
Creo Parametric is a 3D CAD software used for designing, modeling, and simulating mechanical components. It supports parametric modeling, assembly design,...Read more
Why Creo is called parametric?
1 Comment
JR
The models in Creo should be created with parameters (dimensions and associations between shapes) to fully define the part/model
Creo also has a...Read more
Who uses Creo Parametric?
1 Comment
AB
its a 3d,2d Computer aided design software. being used in industries at R&D departments to design new products, validate and improve existing design.
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QCAD has no discussions with answers
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