nanoCAD
7.3#14 in 3d cad softwareWindows
VisitnanoCAD vs SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | nanoCAD | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Lillestrøm, Norway | Waltham, Massachusetts, USA |
nanoCAD plans
- nanoCAD 26 Platform$289 a year
- nanoCAD Pro$459 a year
- nanoCAD Mechanica$620 a year
- nanoCAD Construction$459 a year
- nanoCAD Max$849 a year
- nanoCAD Construction Workstation$459 a year
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 nanoCAD if…
It suits Windows users working on engineering drawings or 3D design who need DWG support and a choice of modeling tools. The free tier is for 2D drawing, while the trial includes all modules.
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.