Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Dassault Systèmes
- Pricing
- Subscription — Custom
- Free tier
- No
- Platforms
- Windows
- Best for
- Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturers
- Editor rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Founded
- 1995
- Headquarters
- Waltham, MA, USA
What is SolidWorks?
SolidWorks is a cad tool from Dassault Systèmes. SolidWorks is a parametric 3D CAD platform widely used in mechanical engineering for part, assembly, and product design.
SolidWorks uses subscription pricing. Custom.
It's best suited to mechanical-engineers, manufacturers and runs on Windows.
Standout strengths include powerful parametric modeling, strong simulation add-ons, large user base. Worth weighing: expensive licensing, windows only.
SolidWorks pricing
Pros
- Powerful parametric modeling
- Strong simulation add-ons
- Large user base
Cons
- Expensive licensing
- Windows only
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Frequently asked questions
What is SolidWorks?
SolidWorks is a parametric 3D CAD platform widely used in mechanical engineering for part, assembly, and product design.
How much does SolidWorks cost?
SolidWorks is subscription-priced.
Does SolidWorks have a free trial?
SolidWorks does not advertise a free trial.
What platforms does SolidWorks support?
SolidWorks is available on Windows.