Alibre Design vs Solid Edge
Both are on the 3D CAD Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
| Alibre Design | Solid Edge | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #10 6.8 | #4 8.0 |
| Maker | Alibre Design | Solid Edge |
| Starts at | $999 a month | On request |
| Free | Free trial | Free plan |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Windows | Android, iPhone/iPad, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Design Pro: $999 a month Design Expert: $1,999 a month Alibre Design Pro: $999 once Alibre Design Expert: $1,999 once | Solid Edge Classic: on request Solid Edge Design and Drafting: on request Solid Edge Foundation: on request Solid Edge Premium: on request |
| Verdict | Alibre Design combines parametric modeling, documentation, sheet-metal tools and rendering in a Windows-only suite. Check the license type, internet requirements and STL limitation against your design workflow. | Solid Edge covers design, simulation, manufacturing, and data management, with package capabilities varying by tier. Check the Windows edition requirements and the feature set for the package that fits your work. |
| Visit Alibre Design | Visit Solid Edge |