SOLIDWORKS Reviews & Product Details

I use SOLIDWORKS for various mechanical drawings, and it really helps me show the working principle of complex machinery parts in an easy and clear way for my clients. I love that I can simulate each part to see whether it is safe or not. SOLIDWORKS makes designing 3D and 2D drawings simultaneously simple, which saves me time because I can convert a 3D model into a 2D drawing easily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Honestly it is a little bit difficult and takes a longer time when trying to download and install. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find SOLIDWORKS to be the industry standard for parametric 3D modeling because of its user-friendly interface. It's mostly used by engineers and designers in different sectors. I like that SOLIDWORKS keeps getting faster and more automated without losing the logical, user-friendly feel. The AI-powered drawing feature is what I like most because it saves time with automatic dimensions and views. The ease of setup was also very impressive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Large assembly lag despite tools like selective loading, massive assemblies with thousands of parts can still experience graphical shuttering and long load times, especially if models are not built with strict simplified practices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The features I like the best in SolidWorks are:

-Ease of Use: Intuitive interface makes 3D modeling and assembly straightforward, even for complex designs.

-Number of Features: Tons of tools for parametric modeling, simulations, and drawings all in one place.

-Ease of Integration: Works smoothly with other CAD software and file formats, which helps with collaboration.

-Frequency of Use: I use it daily, and it handles repetitive tasks efficiently, saving a lot of time.

-Ease of Implementation: Quick to set up and get started, minimal downtime for learning the system.

-Customer Support: Responsive and helpful when resolving issues or clarifying doubts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The downside I see in SolidWorks is that:

-few large assemblies sometimes slow down the system.

-Occasional crashes with highly complex models.

-Some advanced features aren’t obvious at first and require digging to master. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Solidworks is the best tool I’ve ever seen for sheet metal products, and it’s easy to use—especially for someone who is already used to AutoCAD and other software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It’s easy to use and learn at the start, but as the modeling becomes more complex—and you need to simulate a mechanism or even run a stress–strain analysis—it gets harder. Some tools feel hidden in the software, and you often need someone who has been through it to show you how to enable many of the features you’ll end up needing, like the Weldment tab, for example. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I used Solidworks, and the best thing is the Assembly feature. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes it corrupts the file, so I have to rework it again. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I used SOLIDWORKS throughout my CAD/CAM course as well as for various 3D printing projects. I appreciate its power and precision when it comes to creating detailed 3D models and assemblies. The interface is intuitive, making it easy to navigate, and the simulation tools are especially helpful for testing and visualizing designs before moving on to manufacturing. Overall, I find it excellent for both educational purposes and professional design work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SOLIDWORKS demands a powerful computer to operate efficiently, particularly when working with large or intricate models. Learning to use all of its advanced features can also be time-consuming. Nevertheless, after becoming familiar with the software, it proves to be a highly dependable and professional solution for 3D design and engineering. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use SOLIDWORKS to design and simulate static and dynamic systems such as metallic structures and machine movements. I really like how it helps to create things from scratch using my creativity. It's easy to change dimensions without having to redo all the previous work, and the interface motivated my team to switch from AutoCAD to SOLIDWORKS. The platform is fast when designing simple models, and the initial setup was so easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

When having complex systems done in SOLIDWORKS, it can be quite slow and sometimes the program closes itself or the computer gets frozen. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like the simplicity and completeness of SOLIDWORKS. I mainly appreciate the solid modeling tools which are very versatile. Another positive aspect is the cost and the good value for money. Additionally, the initial installation was very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Surface modeling and dynamic analyses should be improved. Surface modeling should be more advanced, like that of CATIA, and the post-processing of dynamic analyses (especially sine and random) should not be so slow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

great for rapid prototyping and quick cad or FEA Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

features are very slow and take a lot of processing power Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Easy to use and large user community. Specially macro tool is very useful for quick export files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Dificult to handle large surface models. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.