SOLIDWORKS Design Standard is the entry-level tier for professional 3D CAD design. It includes:

• 3D parametric modeling for parts and assemblies of any scale
• 2D production drawings with automatic associativity to 3D models
• Sheet metal tools with automatic flat-pattern generation
• Weldments for structural member design
• Mold Tooling for cavity, core and parting surface design
• SOLIDWORKS AI Virtual Companions: AURA and LEO access included at no extra cost. SOLIDWORKS AI usage is based on a Token consumption model.
• SOLIDWORKS Simulation Xpress for basic linear static stress analysis for individual components (not assemblies)
• SOLIDWORKS CircuitWorks — direct import of PCB and ECAD data into 3D assemblies for electromechanical design collaboration
• 3DEXPERIENCE platform access (included at no extra cost), which provides access to cloud storage, data management, change management, issue management and more
• SOLIDWORKS Design Standard suits individual designers and small teams producing machined parts, sheet metal components and weldment structures who don't yet require advanced simulation or data management.

SOLIDWORKS Design Professional includes all capabilities of SOLIDWORKS Design Standard, plus:

• SOLIDWORKS Toolbox — a library of over one million standards-based fasteners and hardware covering ANSI, ISO, DIN and other international standards
• SOLIDWORKS Costing — automated cost estimation for machined and sheet metal parts, giving designers real-time manufacturing cost feedback during design
• SOLIDWORKS Scan to 3D — reverse engineering from imported point clouds and mesh data directly into editable 3D geometry
• SOLIDWORKS Task Scheduler — batch processing for file conversions, updates and print jobs
• SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard — on-premise document control with version history, check-in/check-out workflows and secure file vault
• SOLIDWORKS Design Professional is suited for growing teams that need to standardize hardware selection, automate cost estimation and introduce controlled document management.

SOLIDWORKS Visualize to increase rendering performance and create professional, photo-quality images, and other 3D content

SOLIDWORKS Design Premium includes all capabilities of SOLIDWORKS Design Professional, plus:

• Simulation Capabilities — full Finite Element Analysis (FEA) covering linear static, non-linear static, frequency, thermal, drop test and fatigue analysis
• SOLIDWORKS Motion — kinematic and dynamic motion analysis for mechanism and assembly validation
• SOLIDWORKS Routing — automated 3D routing for pipe, tube, electrical wiring harnesses and HVAC systems
• SOLIDWORKS Flatten — complex surface flattening for manufacturing flat patterns from curved geometry
• SOLIDWORKS Design Premium is the right choice for engineering teams in industries such as industrial equipment, aerospace, electronics and automotive that require validated structural analysis, motion studies and electromechanical integration within a single environment.

SOLIDWORKS Design Ultimate includes all the capabilities of SOLIDWORKS Design Premium, along with additional Cloud CAD, cloud simulation, and more. Contact sales to learn all the details or visit the SOLIDWORKS Design Ultimate product page.

Every SOLIDWORKS Design license (Standard, Professional, Premium and Ultimate) includes 3D parametric CAD modeling, 2D production drawing tools, SOLIDWORKS Simulation Xpress (basic linear static stress analysis), sheet metal design with flat-pattern generation, Weldments, Mold Tooling, SOLIDWORKS AI Virtual Companions AURA and LEO, and full 3DEXPERIENCE platform access. None of these are upgrades or add-ons.

Every SOLIDWORKS Design license (Standard, Professional, Premium and Ultimate) includes access to AI Virtual Companions and full 3DEXPERIENCE platform access. These are not add-ons or upgrade items; they're included in every tier at no extra cost. SOLIDWORKS AI usage is based on a Token consumption model.

3DEXPERIENCE platform access gives every SOLIDWORKS Design user cloud-based collaboration tools, connected data management and access to Dassault Systèmes' broader ecosystem of applications — all included from day one for designers and engineers.

SOLIDWORKS Design Standard provides core 3D CAD modeling, 2D drawings, basic stress analysis (Simulation Xpress), sheet metal and weldment tools. SOLIDWORKS Design Professional adds SOLIDWORKS Toolbox (a library of over one million standards-based fasteners), SOLIDWORKS Costing for automated cost estimation, SOLIDWORKS Scan to 3D for reverse engineering from point clouds, SOLIDWORKS Task Scheduler for batch processing and SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard for on-premise document control and version management.

The core 3D CAD tools of SOLIDWORKS Design, such as modeling, simulation, and drawing creation, operate locally and do not require a constant internet connection. However, features on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, including cloud simulation and cloud-based PLM tools, do require internet connectivity.

Yes, you can upgrade from one SOLIDWORKS Design tier to a higher one. SOLIDWORKS Design licenses are structured so that each tier builds on the previous one. You can upgrade from Standard to Professional, Professional to Premium or Premium to Ultimate at any point. Your authorized SOLIDWORKS Reseller Partner can advise on upgrade paths, licensing terms and any applicable costs based on your current subscription or perpetual license status.