Is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD the same as SOLIDWORKS Cloud?

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is a parametric modeling software that requires an install on a local computer. SOLIDWORKS Cloud is a collection of next-generation, entirely browser-based modeling tools that can be used on any device, anywhere, at any time. Learn more about SOLIDWORKS Cloud here, https://www.solidworks.com/how-to-buy/solidworks-cloud-offer.

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD

Q: What is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD used for?

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is industry-leading parametric design software used for all stages of product development, and the design software of choice for designers and engineers around the world. It is used in a variety of industries, including industrial equipment, medical devices, high tech, home and lifestyle, and more.

Q: Is there a SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD free trial?

Yes. You can find the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD free trial here, https://my.solidworks.com/try-solidworks.

Q: What are SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD system requirements?

Learn more about the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD system requirements here, https://www.solidworks.com/support/system-requirements.

Q: How much does SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD cost?

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is sold by our reseller partner network. Flexible options are available, including low-cost, term-based licensing. To learn more, contact your local reseller partner here, https://www.solidworks.com/how-to-buy/find-solidworks-reseller.

Q: Are there SOLIDWORKS solutions for startups or entrepreneurs?

Yes. The SOLIDWORKS for Startups Program is a robust program that offers free SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software and other world class products to hardware startup founders. In addition to the software, the program offers free training and co-marketing resources to help hardware startups succeed. Find out if your startup is eligible and sign up for SOLIDWORKS for Startups here, https://www.solidworks.com/solution/solidworks-for-startups-program.

Q: Are there SOLIDWORKS solutions for makers and hobbyists?

Yes. 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers offers SOLIDWORKS design and manufacturing solutions at a low cost for any maker. Learn more about 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers and start making today here, https://www.solidworks.com/solution/3dexperience-solidworks-makers.

Q: Is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD easy to learn? Is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD taught in schools?

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is incredibly easy to learn and is used to introduce students to engineering in thousands of high schools, colleges, and universities all over the world. Learn more about our solutions for academia here, https://www.solidworks.com/solution/academia. SOLIDWORKS provides users access to a vast knowledge base. Users have access to dedicated in-person and online training content as well as a robust certification program with more than 800K users. The SOLIDWORKS User Group Network is a global network run by users for users with a mission to learn, collaborate with, and teach users about SOLIDWORKS solutions. Your SOLIDWORKS reseller partner also works directly with you to ensure you get the maximum value out of your purchase.

Q: Is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD the same as 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS?

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD has the same 3D CAD functions, capabilities, and user interface as 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS. The only difference between the two is how they are purchased and deployed: SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD uses a term license or perpetual license with subscription services and can be installed on one PC. 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS uses a named user license and is deployed from the cloud, allowing it to be installed on any PC. Learn more about licensing options here, https://www.solidworks.com/how-to-buy/solidworks-licensing.

Q: Is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD secure?

Security, privacy, and quality is at the center of SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD and all of our cloud products. Our solutions are ISO-certified and are built with respect for the privacy of our clients and users. Visit the Dassault Systemes trust center, https://www.3ds.com/trust/3dexperience-trust-center, to learn more about data protection compliance, information security certifications, and privacy information management.

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What is SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD?

SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD is the choice for professionals around the world who need to take design innovation further, produce products faster, and reach the highest levels of efficiency in their day-to-day product development work. Decades of user-driven enhancements and a relentless R&D focus on user experience has made SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD not just powerful, but both easy to learn and fun to use.

Trusted industry standard solution
Powerful and proven 3D modeling capabilities
Production-ready documentation and 2D drawing solutions
Intuitive user interface designed by engineers, for engineers to use
Built-in real-time collaboration tools for sharing and marking up designs
Secure, CAD-aware cloud file and revision management
Out-of-the-box ideation to manufacturing workflows
Integrated simulation, rendering, and CAM tools

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How You Benefit from SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD

Professional 3D CAD

Choose the 3D CAD solution that the pros use. SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD makes creating parts, assemblies, drawings, production-ready documentation, and robust 3D models fun, intuitive, and easy to use, bringing you from design to manufacturing faster than ever.

Intuitive UI Made for You

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is known for its intuitive, customizable interface built to maximize your everyday productivity. Take advantage of software that you can customize to meet your unique needs regardless of industry or company size.

Design Together

Cloud-based collaboration and file management is included with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD. Connect your partners, customers, and remote teams, and get real-time feedback and revision management to keep all of your projects on time, on budget, and on point.

SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD Capabilities

From complex design modeling, parts, and assemblies to simulation, rendering, and production-ready fast, associative, painless drawings and updates, SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is the professional, industry standard choice to bring you from ideation to manufacturing faster and easier.

Everything You Need from Design to Manufacturing

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Parts, assemblies, large design review, robust modeling and more give you design and performance capabilities that push the boundaries of your imagination and can keep up with the most complex products and large assemblies.
Professional drawings are fast, associative, and production-ready. Whether you prefer 2D drawings or 3D annotations or you require CAM capabilities, SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD brings you from ideation to production with ease.
New performance and capability enhancements are released throughout the year, ensuring you are always working with the latest professional product development tools on the market.

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Supercharge Your Everyday Productivity

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Specialized functionality handles everything from weldments and routing to mold design, sheet metal, and more.
SOLIDWORKS Toolbox covers your needs for creating holes and assembling hardware items, such as fasteners, washers, nuts, and bolts.
Built by engineers, for engineers. SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD has evolved by anticipating future design requirements, understanding how you want to work and implementing user-driven enhancements over 30+ years.

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Turn Your Documentation Into a Conversation

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File sharing made easy. Share your design for review with secure links from SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD without sending a physical file and never lose control of your data.
Markup in 3D. Get easy feedback from stakeholders. Models can be shared for review and marked up directly by multiple people in 3D, all in a browser.
Remove friction for immediate feedback. Internal and external collaborators do not need to download any extra software or viewers to review your work—it is all done through SOLIDWORKS.

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Built-in Cloud Data Management

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CAD-aware storage. Unlike standard cloud storage providers, SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD comes with CAD-aware cloud storage that is made to handle relationships between CAD files.
Complete version control ensures you are working on the latest revision and avoiding overwrites.
Assistive and automated features cut repetitive tasks and streamline 3D CAD workflows for maximum productivity.

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Compare SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD Packages

Capabilities	SOLIDWORKS Standard	SOLIDWORKS Professional	SOLIDWORKS Premium
Cloud Collaboration, and Data and Lifecycle Management
Real-time Cross-team Collaboration in the Cloud
Secure Data Management in the Cloud
3D Design and Modeling
Part and Assembly Modeling and 2D Drawings
Specialized Design Tools for Weldments, Molds, and Sheet Metal
Design and Manufacturability Checks
ECAD-MCAD Collaboration
Intelligent CAD Libraries
Manufacturing Cost Analysis
CAD Standards and Drawings Checking
Electrical Harness, Piping, Tubing, and Duct Design
Marketing
Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality
Life-like Photorealistic Rendering
Simulation
Linear Static Analysis for Parts and Assemblies
Time-Based Motion Analysis
Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing and NC Programming
Training and Support
Online Lessons, Local Support, and Vibrant Community

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Customers Succeed with SOLIDWORKS

Innovative designers, engineers, and businesses around the world push the limits of product development and 3D design with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD. Explore their stories and learn how SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD is the professional solution to bring your ideas from concept to manufacturing to life.

Community at Our Core

SOLIDWORKS has a passionate, engaged community of more than 8 million users from every corner of the world. From user groups to startups to students to makers, community has always been at our core. But it’s more than just bringing people together. It’s making them better at what they love to do. Through dedicated training, online learning, and certifications, SOLIDWORKS thrives on putting users in a position to succeed.

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SOLIDWORKS Powered by the Cloud

SOLIDWORKS user interface for collaboration on cloud

Product development takes a full team, and SOLIDWORKS with the cloud helps your teams work together from any location, improving design efficiency and communication while streamlining product development to meet business goals. SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD includes the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform, a cloud-based business and innovation platform that scales with you. Here’s a preview of what the cloud can do for you on day one:

Connect all stakeholders inside and outside of your organization with a single source of truth
Easily share and markup designs with any stakeholder in 3D
Store and revise models with secure, CAD-aware cloud storage

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Succeed with a Reseller Partner

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SOLIDWORKS Reseller Partners add value to your SOLIDWORKS experience by partnering with you for success. Reseller Partners ensure you get the maximum value out of your purchase with: