SolidWorks and Onshape are 3D modeling software.
Here is my quick verdict for particular uses: This article compares SolidWorks and Onshape over capabilities, offline vs cloud-based, features, user interface, add-ons, price, and system requirements. I also recommend an alternative software to both options at the end. Overall, SolidWorks and Onshape suit you if you have a small business, a company designing simple products, or are a student learning CAD. Mastercam is one of the most powerful CAD/CAM packages, but it wasn’t right for me. Five years ago, I went down that road and tried learning CAD with Mastercam. They’re somewhat similar - they were both even initially developed by the same man, Jon Hirschtick.īut, CAD packages are costly and you don’t want to make the mistake I did, and pick the wrong one. So, you’re about to choose your CAD software, and you’re comparing SolidWorks vs Onshape. SolidWorks is also the right choice if you don’t have a reliable internet connection. Onshape is better than SolidWorks if you have a team that designs together, and Onshape will also save you a lot of money.īut, SolidWorks is more popular and provides slightly more design features.
