Shapr3D
8.1#4 in 3d cad softwareFrom $299 a yearFree planmacOSWindows
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SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Shapr3D | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| 3D print export | Yes | Yes |
| Animation tools | No | Yes |
| Founded | 2014 | 1993 |
| Free plan | Free plan includes most modeling features, two projects, and basic-quality 3MF and STL export. | Yes |
| Headquarters | Budapest, Hungary | Waltham, Massachusetts, USA |
| Offline use | Shapr3D works offline, saves designs locally, and syncs them to Shapr3D Cloud when connected. | SOLIDWORKS Design can be used without an internet connection |
| Parametric modeling | Yes | Yes |
| Platform access | both | both |
| Render engine | built-in | built-in |
| Sculpting tools | No | Yes |
Shapr3D plans
- BasicFree
- Pro$299 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
- FreeFree
- Solo—
- Studio—
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 Shapr3D if…
Shapr3D suits people who need parametric 3D CAD modeling, rendering, or 3D-print export. Teams can use Pro collaboration features, while the free Basic plan may suit users working within its two-project limit.
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.