LTspice
6.1#17 in electrical design softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
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| Fact | LTspice | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1965 | 1993 |
| Headquarters | Wilmington, Massachusetts, USA | Waltham, Massachusetts, USA |
| Simulation | Its graphical schematic interface lets users probe schematics, run simulations, and explore results in the built-in waveform viewer. | The SOLIDWORKS portfolio includes simulation tools to test designs, analyze performance, optimize efficiency and assess durability. |
| Support | Users can ask questions, answer them, or comment about LTspice in the EngineerZone forum. | Online purchases include technical support and access to getting-started resources covering installation, onboarding and tutorials. |
LTspice plans
- LTspiceFree
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 LTspice if…
LTspice suits engineers and circuit designers who need schematic capture and analog circuit simulation. Its model libraries, import support, and tutorials also suit users working with third-party SPICE models.
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.