SimScale Reviews & Product Details

SimScale is the easiest to use simulation platform that I've used. I love that the user interface is clean and clear, and that you can do good quality defeaturing and meshing along with FEA and CFD all in one place. It accepts CAD in all formats I expect.

The FEA capability is very high now (great implicit solver) with the Non Linear Mechanical simulation type.

I also often use the chat feature to talk to SimScale's simulation experts who always give good advice and help get to the bottom of the problem at hand. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It doesn't yet have feature parity with some of the other big simulation tools, but I generally find that I can simulate what I want to in SimScale. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like that SimScale is online, which means I can open it anywhere and compute multiple simulations. This is particularly helpful because I often need to run 10 simulations simultaneously and compare them, saving me time. Additionally, the support team is very helpful, making the initial setup quite easy with their assistance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The postprocessor interface is great but there's room for improvement. Sometimes, the Y axis is set to be pointing upwards, and I have to keep switching it. It would be nice if we can change the configurations and work with the Z axis pointing upwards. There are still things that need to be done in other postprocessors from other programs, like extracting the velocity data from an area to use it as an inlet in another simulation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The user-friendly interface allows me to jump back in and confidently set up new simulations after not using the platform for a while. It's easy to navigate without a comprehensive background in CFD or FEA. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The lack of predefined reports/templates for sharing results. It is time consuming to pull screenshots at different angles and with different filters shown each time to put into a manually created PDF with manually entered results for dissemination. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SimScale is exceptionally straightforward to use. Currently, we have only used the FEA side of SimScale, but have been very impressed. Not only is the software great, but the technical support that we receive with our subscription is phenomenal. Namely, Igor has been an incredible asset in providing tips/tricks and insight while using SimScale.

SimScale also seamlessly integrates with our 3D software, Onshape. We are able to select the exact version of a part or assembly and import directly into SimScale. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My only gripe against SimScale is its controls (fly, rotate, pan). It is difficult to go back and forth between various software, and need to mentally adjust between controls. I'd love to see this be more user preference driven. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SimScale combines an intuitive browser-based interface with the flexibility of a professional FEM solver. Onboarding was quick and easy, even coming from ANSYS, and the UI lets me focus on building solid engineering models instead of spending time on setup or IT infrastructure.

The biggest upsides for me (as a freshly started engineering service provider) are the excellent technical support (fast, personal, and very helpful), the fact that I don’t need to invest in expensive hardware or server setups, and the fair pricing.

For everyday structural simulations (static, harmonic, dynamic, thermomechanical) it delivers everything I need. The constant updates and user-requested features are also a strong plus, showing that the platform evolves fast according to the needs of their users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some clients of mine expect me to use “big-name” software just for the sake of it, which is not a technical issue but can be a practical one as a freelancer.

Under the standard mechanical FEA license, SimScale is not yet at the same level of solver robustness and feature depth as flagship tools like ANSYS. Very specialized modelling (e.g. advanced composites, multiphysics, or extreme nonlinear / dynamic cases) can be tricky or even impossible, and the solver stability can occasionally be an issue on more demanding setups.

While the platform is improving rapidly and a new MARC solver is promising (but rather costly), for very niche requirements you may still need additional (and much more expensive) tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Compared to other finite element analysis programs, Simscale offers excellent compatibility with Rhino models. I was able to quickly identify the structural fit, displacements, and interactions of my desired model. Over the past 15 years as an engineer, I've experienced many structural analysis programs, but Simscale is by far the best value for money. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

When examining external forces for various cases in a single model, I have to re-enter all the boundary conditions, and it would be nice to be able to retrieve the boundary conditions from just before. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Very Intuitive User interface. The workflow integration with Onshape makes it very easy to import assemblies for simulating and testing. Cloud based simulation removes hardware restrictions. Very useful to have access anywhere with an internet connection to improve simulations. The Support team is amazing, extremely knowledgeable and documentation regarding different simulation models is very helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Slightly cost prohibitive for multiple users. Ability to define local coordinate system after importing the CAD to simulate varying load cases is not implemented, so the coordinate system has to be changed in the original source file. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SimScale has completely transformed the way I approach HVAC and airflow analysis. As a mechanical engineer working on complex building systems, I’ve used a range of CFD tools—but SimScale stands out for its balance of capability, ease of use, and accessibility.

What really sets it apart is the cloud-based workflow. I can run large simulations without worrying about hardware limitations, and the interface is intuitive enough that I can quickly set up models, apply boundary conditions, and iterate on designs efficiently. I’ve modeled everything from temperature stratification in high-ceiling spaces to rooftop louver pressure losses, and the results have been both reliable and insightful.

The support team is exceptional—responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in helping users succeed. They’ve helped me troubleshoot complex setups and provided clear guidance that improved my results.

If you’re in the AEC or HVAC space and need fast, accurate airflow simulations with minimal friction, SimScale is a game-changer. It’s helped me optimize designs, validate performance, and communicate findings with confidence. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Occasional learning curve on advanced solver settings if coming from another CFD program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think SimScale is an excellent platform for engineering simulations because it makes complex analyses accessible and efficient. Its cloud-based AI-powered tools streamline design optimization, and its collaborative features help teams work seamlessly on projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find SimScale to be a great simulation tool, but it does have some frustrating aspects. The meshing process can be tricky, simulations sometimes take longer than expected, and certain features, like advanced post-processing, feel a bit limited. The learning curve is also steep for beginners, which can make getting started a challenge. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The technical support and following sessions are provides a smooth and adequate induction to the use of SimScale tool. Also, the platform is intuitive and very well organized to provide a robust simulation experience to the user. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

To what I have seen and research until now, there is no capability to calculate fatigue failures (number of cycles), under application of periodic thermal, mechanical or combined loads conditions. The results provided from simulations can be used on life predictions models, however, it will be good to have this capability as part of the simulation options in the future. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.