ARES Commander vs SOLIDWORKS
| ARES Commander | SOLIDWORKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | €225/mo | $4/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Cloud collaboration | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | — |
| File import and export | DWG, DXF, DWT, PDF, Revit (RVT), IFC, STEP (.stp/.step), SketchUp (SKP), SVG | — |
| Paid from | — | $2,820/user/mo |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software, Best CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, SOLIDWORKS scores higher on our published basis.