Compare Licensing Options
Perpetual License with Subscription Services
- Any user can access on a single machine
 - Cloud Services for SOLIDWORKS
 - Immediate access to software upgrades
 - Live technical support from your local value-added reseller
 - Access to SOLIDWORKS Certification exams
 
Duration: Perpetual with Annual Subscription Service
License availability: SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD
Term License
- Lower upfront costs
 - Flexibility to change products at the end of each term
 - Any user can access on a single machine
 - Cloud Services for SOLIDWORKS
 - Immediate access to software upgrades
 - Live technical support from your local value-added reseller
 - Access to SOLIDWORKS Certification exams
 
Duration: 3 months or 1 year
License availability: SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD
Named User Subscription License
- Lower upfront costs
 - Flexibility to log in and securely access software on multiple devices
 - Flexibility to change products at the end of each term
 - Immediate access to software upgrades
 - Live technical support from your local value-added reseller
 - Access to SOLIDWORKS Certification exams
 
Duration: 3 months or 1 year
License availability: All tools in the 3DEXPERIENCE Works portfolio, such as 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS and the SOLIDWORKS Cloud Offer