HeeksCAD
6.2#63 in 3d cad software£10 one-timeLinuxWindows
VisitHeeksCAD vs SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | HeeksCAD | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Simulation | It provides solid simulation of material removal and can display g-code backplots in the graphics window. | The SOLIDWORKS portfolio includes simulation tools to test designs, analyze performance, optimize efficiency and assess durability. |
| Support | The maker says the purchase supports online help, replies to buyers' emails, and bug fixes. | Online purchases include technical support and access to getting-started resources covering installation, onboarding and tutorials. |
HeeksCAD plans
- HeeksCNC 1.4£10, paid once
SOLIDWORKS plans
- SOLIDWORKS Design Standard with Cloud Services$2,820 a year
- SOLIDWORKS Design Professional with Cloud Services$3,456 a year
- SOLIDWORKS Design Premium with Cloud Services$4,716 a year
- SOLIDWORKS for Makers$48 a year
Pick HeeksCAD if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick SOLIDWORKS if…
SOLIDWORKS suits people and organizations working with 3D product design, including industrial, medical, scientific, consumer, educational, technology, and transportation markets. Students can use Design Standard at no cost, while Makers is aimed at personal, non-commercial use.