--- description: Review of SolidWorks Premium Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: SolidWorks Premium | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [3D CAD Software](/directory/4384/3d-cad/software) > [SolidWorks Premium](/software/206302/solidworks-premium) # SolidWorks Premium Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/206302/solidworks-premium Page: 1 / 32\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/206302/solidworks-premium?page=2) > SolidWorks Premium is a comprehensive 3D CAD solution designed to streamline and optimize the product development process. From creating complex 3D models to designing intricate assemblies, SolidWorks Premium enables users to bring their innovative ideas to life with ease. SolidWorks Premium offers an extensive range of features that include surface modeling, sheet metal, mold design, simulation, and electrical routing. The software includes validation tools to ensure parts and assemblies are robust and reliable before fabrication or production. With the integration of various manufacturing processes like CNC machining, 3D printing, and injection molding, SolidWorks Premium provides end-to-end design and development solutions. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 756 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 756 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: SolidWorks - **Founded**: 1993 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Contact SOLIDWORKS for pricing details or a local reseller. Free licenses available to qualifying start-ups and educational institutes/students. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Botswana and 175 more ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Imaging - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Animation - Annotations - Bill of Materials Management - Bills of Material - CAD Tools - Change Management - Collaboration Tools - Compliance Management - Component Library - Configurable Workflow - Configuration Management - Content Library - Customisable Branding - Customisable Templates - Customizable Fields ## Integrations (5 total) - DriveWorks - SIMULIA - SWOOD - SigmaNEST - SolidCAM ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [3D CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4384/3d-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [3D CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4384/3d-cad/software) - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4321/engineering-cad/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Initially, I was intimidated by Solidworks' interface, but I" — 5.0/5 > **Slim** | *21 August 2023* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's easy to learn, it's user friendly, and drawing of complex surfaces can be done easily > > **Cons**: unfortunately, although Solidworks is a tick font software, it remains not affordable, in fact, its cost is very high, which is a major inconvenience. > > I teach students computer-aided design. ----- ### "Solidworks is industry standard a easy to learn, but expensive" — 5.0/5 > **Renato** | *13 September 2022* | Renewables & Environment | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: SolidWorks in most engineering schools is going to be the one that is teached first, it is pretty easy to use and learn, has its most important tools in the first page wich makes it the best for startes. The Render tools are by far the most sofisticated in the market for a long time, so if want to impress a client thats a must. > > **Cons**: It's easy to use and learn in the start, but as the modeling goes more complex, and you need to simulate a mechanism or even a make a stress–strain analysis it becomes harder, some of the tools are hidden in the software and you need someone that passed through to find the habilit a lot of its tools that you going to need, like weldment tab for an exemple. > > SolidWorks was the first CAD software i ever used, in the start if you use others you are going to think that all the other are too hard to use, but as you become a experienced designer things start to become way better in other softwares. ----- ### "Solidworks is a competitive alternative to AutoCad." — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *29 October 2019* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Solidworks is easy to use and has a lot of fascinating features in their 3d modeling software and I can transfer to a printer with ease. > > **Cons**: The earlier versions of the software were clunky, but the newest version of the software is great and does not crash for me anymore. > > Solidworks never really gives me problems. I would recommend having a decent computer tho. ----- ### "Solidworks-Best Design tool for Mechanical Engineer" — 5.0/5 > **Md Sazzad** | *27 January 2022* | Writing & Editing | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Solidworks is one of the top design tools for mechanical engineers, providing them with functionality and features that allow them to create and redesign their designs easily and efficiently. As a Mechanical Engineer, I am using this software since 2016 and it is saving me a lot of time. It provides me with all the necessary tools to quickly create 3D parts and products that are ready for production. There are many advantages to designing in Solidworks, one is that it is easier to design 3D models than Autocad. Within a short time, I can build detailed dimensions directly into SolidWorks. With the new dimensioning toolbar in SolidWorks 2020, I can now quickly and easily create accuracy and precision in my designs. There are a variety of different ways to see Solidworks, giving you the flexibility you need. Some views may work better for certain tasks while others provide a more detailed look at your project in general. Being able to navigate through designs has also been made incredibly easy by the design tree on Solidworks. It even provides a way to deal with any problems that may arise from changes or edits. > > **Cons**: Solidworks should have an advanced rendering system to make it easier to render 3D models. Often, solidworks software is unable to handle large assemblies while on a low configuration. > > I use Solidworks for a lot of purposes, such as designing 3D models for objects, creating 2D drawing, and even doing surface design work with sheets of metal. ----- ### "Phenomenal CAD tool for futuristic renderings" — 5.0/5 > **Shubham** | *29 May 2021* | Design | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Solidworks is the most versatile CAD tool, that doesn't require much training in order to learn and create the components. I have been a regular user since my internship days. Was in the R\&D department, creating components varying in size from minute to big. and with Solidworks, the life of designers is very easy; thanks to its numerous features that help creating animations in a real-time frame. > > **Cons**: I haven't found any major fault which I don't like except one thing. In order to design really amazing and realistic components, you require a versatile system with a dedicated RAM and Graphics Card. As such companies are releasing their software every single year; so it become difficult for manufacturing companies to cope up with their software eligibility criteria. Rest everything is the best I have found so far in the software > > We're creating Robots and industrial solutions for our clients. Some models require kinematic links and joints in order to show the motion in a robot. Therefore, with the help of software, we're almost doing 60% of our company's work on the software and it;s generating 70% of revenue using this. ----- Page: 1 / 32\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/206302/solidworks-premium?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/206302/solidworks-premium) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data