Top 10 SolidWorks CAM Alternatives & Competitors

Top 10 Alternatives to SolidWorks CAM Recently Reviewed By G2 Community

#1

Autodesk Fusion
By Autodesk
(493)4.5 out of 5
Autodesk Fusion is a comprehensive cloud software platform that integrates various tools for 3D design, manufacturing, electronics, simulation, and generative design. It serves as a collaborative, cloud-enabled CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering), and PCB (Printed Circuit Board) software.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
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Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, Autodesk Fusion is:
Better at support
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#2

NX CAM
By Siemens Digital Industries Software
(133)4.4 out of 5
NX CAM provides comprehensive and integrated NC programming capabilities in a single system. This enables the use of consistent 3D models, data and processes to seamlessly connect planning and shop floor operations with a digital thread.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
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Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, NX CAM is:
Better at support
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#3

SolidCAM
By Solidcam
(36)4.3 out of 5
SolidCAM runs directly inside your existing SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor CAD system, with seamless integration and full tool path associativity - design changes initiate automatic tool path updates to the CAD model.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
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Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, SolidCAM is:
Better at support
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#4

Mastercam
By CNC Software
(26)4.1 out of 5
Mastercam delivers a comprehensive toolpaths combined with robust CAD tools.Mastercam gives shop a powerful and integrated foundation of shop-tested CAD tools.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
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#5

GibbsCAM
By 3D Systems
(22)4.3 out of 5
A scalable CAM system that gives you the tools to program parts faster and cut machine time with innovative toolpath strategies and proven, error-free post processors.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, GibbsCAM is:
More usable
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#6

CAMWorks
By HCL Technologies
(18)4.1 out of 5
CAMWorks is an intuitive, feature-based CAM software that helps to increase productivity using best-in-class technologies and adaptable automation tools to maximize CNC machining efficiency.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, CAMWorks is:
Better at support
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#7

HSM
By Autodesk
(18)4.3 out of 5
Inventor HSM and HSMWorks CAM software simplify the machining workflow with CAD-embedded 2.5-axis to 5-axis milling, turning, and mill-turn capabilities. Available only as part of the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, HSM is:
More usable
Better at support
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#8

PowerMill
By Autodesk
(16)4.3 out of 5
PowerMill CAM software provides strategies for 3- and 5-axis subtractive and additive manufacturing.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
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#9

FeatureCAM
By Autodesk
(14)3.8 out of 5
FeatureCAM software automates workflow from design to NC code. It automatically recognizes holes, bosses, sides, and pockets in a single workflow for faster programming.
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Reviewers say compared to SolidWorks CAM, FeatureCAM is:
More usable
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#10

Cimatron
By 3D Systems
(14)4.1 out of 5
Cimatron's CAD/CAM solutions address the entire tool making process from quoting to design, applying engineering changes and NC programming. Cimatron delivers major advantages for mold, die and manufacturing shops keeping you more competitive across your entire range of operations
Categories in common with SolidWorks CAM:
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
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