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    SolidWorks CFD

    4.2
    Astronaut's Rating
    Design Tools
    Paid

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    Expert analysis by The Software Astronaut

    Astronaut's Score

    4.2
    4.2
    out of 5.0

    The Verdict

    SolidWorks CFD is an excellent CFD simulation tool that seamlessly integrates with SolidWorks CAD, offering a wide range of simulation capabilities and highly accurate results.

    Our Take

    SolidWorks CFD is an excellent CFD simulation tool that seamlessly integrates with SolidWorks CAD, offering a wide range of simulation capabilities and highly accurate results. It is a great choice for engineers and designers who want to perform fluid flow and heat transfer analysis directly within their CAD models. The software's user-friendly interface and extensive documentation make it accessible to users of all skill levels, while its robust features and advanced algorithms ensure accurate and reliable results.

    Best For

    • Engineers and designers who want to perform fluid flow and heat transfer analysis directly within their CAD models
    • Teams that require a high level of accuracy and reliability in their simulations
    • Organizations that want to optimize their product development and optimization process

    Consider Alternatives If

    • Can be expensive, especially for smaller organizations
    • Not mobile-friendly

    Rating Breakdown

    Ease of Use
    0.1
    Features
    0.0
    Value for Money
    3.5
    Customer Support
    -0.1

    In-Depth Analysis

    Overview

    SolidWorks CFD is a powerful and versatile CFD simulation tool that offers a wide range of simulation capabilities and highly accurate results. It seamlessly integrates with SolidWorks CAD, making it easy for engineers and designers to perform fluid flow and heat transfer analysis directly within their CAD models. The software's user-friendly interface and extensive documentation make it accessible to users of all skill levels, while its robust features and advanced algorithms ensure accurate and reliable results.

    Ease of Use

    Key Strengths

    • Seamless integration with SolidWorks CAD
    • Wide range of simulation capabilities
    • Highly accurate and reliable results
    • User-friendly interface
    • Extensive documentation

    Limitations to Consider

    • Can be expensive, especially for smaller organizations
    • Not mobile-friendly

    Pricing Analysis

    SolidWorks CFD pricing starts at $3,000 annually for a single user and scales up with additional users. Volume discounts are available for larger organizations. The software is also available through subscription plans, with options to purchase a one-year subscription for $2,000 or a three-year subscription for $5,000. The software is available on both Windows and macOS platforms.

    Final Thoughts

    SolidWorks CFD is an excellent CFD simulation tool that seamlessly integrates with SolidWorks CAD, offering a wide range of simulation capabilities and highly accurate results. It is a great choice for engineers and designers who want to perform fluid flow and heat transfer analysis directly within their CAD models. The software's user-friendly interface and extensive documentation make it accessible to users of all skill levels, while its robust features and advanced algorithms ensure accurate and reliable results.

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    Popular Integrations

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    Note: Integration availability may vary based on your subscription plan. Visit the official SolidWorks CFD website or check our individual product pages for the most up-to-date integration information.

    About SolidWorks CFD

    SolidWorks CFD is a powerful Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation tool that seamlessly integrates with the SolidWorks CAD environment, allowing engineers and designers to analyze fluid flow and heat transfer directly within their CAD models.

    4.2
    Astronaut Rating
    84%
    Astronaut Recommends
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    Key Features

    Key Features

    Integrated with SolidWorks CAD
    Wide range of simulation capabilities
    Turbulence modeling
    Multiphase flow analysis
    Thermal analysis
    Highly accurate and reliable results
    User-friendly interface
    Extensive documentation
    Robust features and advanced algorithms
    Scalable pricing options

    Feature Availability

    FeatureSolidWorks CFD
    Cloud-Based
    Accessible from any device with internet
    Mobile App
    Native mobile applications available
    Partial
    API Access
    Programmatic access for integrations
    Partial
    Free Trial
    Try before you buy
    Free Tier
    Permanently free plan available
    24/7 Support
    Round-the-clock customer assistance
    Partial
    SSO/SAML
    Enterprise single sign-on
    Partial
    Data Export
    Export your data anytime
    Integrations
    Connect with other tools
    Custom Branding
    White-label capabilities
    Partial
    Available
    Not Available
    Partial
    Limited / Add-on

    Pricing Overview

    SolidWorks CFD pricing starts at $3,000 annually for a single user and scales up with additional users. Volume discounts are available for larger organizations. The software is also available through subscription plans, with options to purchase a one-year subscription for $2,000 or a three-year subscription for $5,000. The software is available on both Windows and macOS platforms.

    paid

    Integration & API

    API Supported
    Yes
    API Auth Methods
    Not specified
    API Protocols
    Webhooks
    Native Integrations
    SolidWorks
    Marketplace
    Not specified
    Zapier
    Yes

    Security & Compliance

    Certifications
    Not specified
    Encryption
    Not specified
    Compliance
    GDPR
    Uptime SLA
    Not specified

    User Management

    Custom Profiles
    Not specified
    SSO Providers
    SSO
    Data Encryption
    SSL/TLS
    AES-256 at rest
    MFA Supported
    Yes

    Customization

    Custom Objects
    Not specified
    Custom Fields
    Yes
    Custom Workflows
    Yes
    Custom Reports
    Yes
    Custom Branding
    No
    Coding Capability
    Not specified

    Mobile

    Mobile App
    No
    Platforms
    Not specified
    Mobile Pricing
    Not specified

    Delivery & Infrastructure

    Deployment Type
    On-Premise
    Browsers
    Not specified
    Data Centers
    Not specified
    Languages
    Not specified

    Pricing & Licensing

    Contract Duration
    Not specified
    License Mix
    No
    Trial Days
    30 days
    Currency
    Not specified

    Support

    Channels
    phone
    email
    chat
    Hours
    Not specified
    Dedicated Manager
    No
    Training
    Yes

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    Pricing

    SolidWorks CFD pricing starts at $3,000 annually for a single user and scales up with additional users. Volume discounts are available for larger organizations. The software is also available through subscription plans, with options to purchase a one-year subscription for $2,000 or a three-year subscription for $5,000. The software is available on both Windows and macOS platforms.

    Vendor

    Dassault Systèmes

    Category

    Design Tools

    Status

    Listed Software

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