HELiOS
5.2#8 in product data management softwareSelf-hostedWindows
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MechWorks PDM
6.4#4 in product data management softwareWebAPISelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | HELiOS | MechWorks PDM |
|---|---|---|
| CAD integrations | The maker lists integrations with HiCAD, AutoCAD and Inventor, with EPLAN as an additional ECAD integration. | The service lists CAD connectors for SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Inventor, AutoCAD, BricsCAD, and DraftSight. |
| Purpose | HELiOS manages CAD data and provides document management for article-oriented work. | MechWorks PDM manages product and CAD data, revisions, workflows, and collaboration across an organization. |
| Support | The maker offers phone support on weekdays and says software-maintenance-contract customers receive hotline support and updates. | Mainstream support with a current subscription maintenance plan includes technical support, support-site resources, and service-pack updates; extended support offers technical support and resources but no further service packs. |
HELiOS plans
- HELiOS PDM/PLMPriced on request
MechWorks PDM plans
- MechWorks PDMPriced on request
Pick HELiOS if…
HELiOS may suit engineering and product teams that need to manage CAD files, revisions and related documents across departments. Its Out of the Box introduction is intended for companies with up to five engineering workstations and no non-CAD system connections.
Pick MechWorks PDM if…
MechWorks PDM suits teams managing CAD documents for SolidWorks, Inventor or Solid Edge, including organizations coordinating work across branches.