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KeyCreator
KeyCreator
(141)
4.5 out of 5
KeyCreator
By Kubotek Kosmos
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
(598)
4.4 out of 5
SOLIDWORKS
By Solidworks
At a Glance
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Star Rating
(141)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.1% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $708.00 Per Year
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SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
Star Rating
(598)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SOLIDWORKS
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that SOLIDWORKS excels in its 3D/solid modeling tools, achieving a score of 9.7, while KeyCreator, although competent, scores slightly lower at 9.1. Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS provides a more intuitive interface for complex modeling tasks.
  • Reviewers mention that KeyCreator shines in its ease of setup, scoring 8.7 compared to SOLIDWORKS's 7.7. Users on G2 appreciate the straightforward installation process of KeyCreator, making it a favorable choice for small businesses.
  • G2 users highlight that SOLIDWORKS has superior rendering tools, scoring 8.0, which allows for high-quality visualizations. In contrast, KeyCreator's rendering tools score lower at 7.4, leading some users to feel that SOLIDWORKS offers a more polished presentation of designs.
  • Users say that SOLIDWORKS has a more extensive library of component libraries, scoring 7.9, which facilitates easier access to pre-existing designs. KeyCreator's library features are less robust, leading some users to report challenges in finding specific components quickly.
  • Reviewers mention that SOLIDWORKS has a higher quality of support, scoring 8.1, which is crucial for users who may need assistance during complex projects. KeyCreator, while still providing good support at 8.7, does not match the responsiveness and resources available for SOLIDWORKS users.
  • Users on G2 report that SOLIDWORKS has a better overall product direction, with a score of 8.5, indicating a more positive outlook for future updates and features. KeyCreator's score of 7.9 suggests that users are less confident in its ongoing development and enhancements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
KeyCreator
KeyCreator Drafting Standard
Starting at $708.00
Per Year
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SOLIDWORKS
No pricing available
Free Trial
KeyCreator
Free Trial is available
SOLIDWORKS
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
114
8.8
497
Ease of Use
9.0
114
8.6
500
Ease of Setup
8.7
19
7.9
72
Ease of Admin
8.9
16
7.8
47
Quality of Support
8.7
113
8.1
439
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
16
8.3
47
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
111
8.6
494
Features by Category
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)Hide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
8.7
302
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
General-Purpose CADHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
8.7
881
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
CAD LibrariesHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
8.8
224
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
CAD Data ExchangeHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
8.8
146
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
3D PrintingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
8.3
419
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
CAD ViewersHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
9.0
352
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
PCB DesignHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
8.2
103
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
Simulation & CAEHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
Not enough data
8.1
704
Design
Not enough data
9.2
52
Not enough data
8.9
52
Not enough data
8.7
52
Not enough data
7.4
52
Tools
Not enough data
7.9
46
Not enough data
7.9
47
Not enough data
7.3
40
Work
Not enough data
7.3
34
Not enough data
7.6
35
Not enough data
8.1
41
Not enough data
7.9
37
Not enough data
8.4
40
Environment
Not enough data
8.3
46
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
8.2
41
Not enough data
8.5
45
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
Not enough data
8.3
137
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
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
KeyCreator and SOLIDWORKS are categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Unique Categories
KeyCreator
KeyCreator has no unique categories
SOLIDWORKS
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
55.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
42.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
2.9%
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
43.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
22.4%
Reviewers' Industry
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
23.2%
Automotive
18.1%
Machinery
9.4%
Design
8.7%
Plastics
6.5%
Other
34.1%
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
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
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Michael Dean L.
ML
Michael Dean L.
Verified User in Plastics

The speed and simplicity with which you create designs. I don't have to worry about "design intent", or spend countless hours pre-thinking the build (so as to put features in the "proper" order). Nearly as quick as an idea comes to mind, the model begins to...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Consumer Goods
GC
Verified User in Design

When detailing a part and you try to change the line-type of the border. Normally only the line that is picked changes not the whole detail itself. The auto save feature makes the program go a little weird and you need to move the mouse or hit a key on...

SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Yevgen G.
YG
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
Ed D.
ED
Ed D.
Verified User in Machinery

1. SolidWorks continues to do things to make older files less stable and Excel bills of materials unstable. 2. Several SPR's have taken years to fix. 3. My request for a linear actuator in Motion was made in 2002 and has never implemented. 4. It took...

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Discussions
KeyCreator
KeyCreator Discussions
What file formats does KeyCreator support?
7 comments
Official Response from KeyCreator
KeyCreator's robust set of translators will allow you to open and edit nearly any CAD file as if it were your own. Read files from SOLIDWORKS, Pro/E,...Read more
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SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS Discussions
What is SOLIDWORKS used for?
3 comments
Yagnik P.
YP
SOLIDWORKS IS USED FOR MULTIPLE WORK LIKE 2D & 3D CAD MODELING, ASSEMBLY MODELING, SHWWET METAL MODELING, SURFACE MODELING, RENDERING, SIMULATION, 3D...Read more
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2 comments
Gaurav P.
GP
The sentence does not contain any translatable content as it is an imperative instruction.Read more
best use o this software
2 comments
Onkar S.
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Making 2D sketches and extruding them to make 3d sketches.Read more
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