SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
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Zoo Design Studio
7.2#15 in 3d cad softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | SOLIDWORKS | Zoo Design Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | SOLIDWORKS says its markets include industrial, medical, scientific, consumer, educational, technology and transportation organizations. | Zoo describes Design Studio as CAD software for anyone, from beginners and non-engineers to expert CAD users and enterprise teams. |
| Founded | 1993 | 2021 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Waltham, Massachusetts, USA | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Integrations | The SOLIDWORKS Solution Partner Program works with hundreds of partners, and Certified Gold Products provide integration inside the SOLIDWORKS interface. | Zoo’s Engine API, Agent API, and File Format API support geometry workflows and file conversion, while Zoo MCP connects to Claude, Codex, and other MCP-compatible clients. |
| Support | Online purchases include technical support and access to getting-started resources covering installation, onboarding and tutorials. | Users can get community help through the forum or Discord; paid customers can submit private support tickets. |
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
Zoo Design Studio plans
- FreeFree
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.
Pick Zoo Design Studio if…
Zoo describes the platform for everyone from beginners and non-engineers to expert CAD users and enterprise teams. It may suit users who want both code-based and visual modeling workflows, provided they can work with its internet requirement.