CATIA vs SOLIDWORKS
Both are on the 3D CAD Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 CATIA | SOLIDWORKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #11 6.7 | #3 8.2 |
| Maker | — | SOLIDWORKS |
| Starts at | $6,537 a year | $48 a year |
| Free | No | Free plan |
| Runs on | Web, Windows | Mac, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription: $6,537 a year | 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 |
| Verdict | CATIA combines parametric modeling with assembly, sheet-metal, and surface tools. Check the specific product's platform and file support before requesting pricing. | SOLIDWORKS combines locally installed design tools with optional cloud collaboration and browser-based modeling. Its plans differ in included capabilities, and the listed Standard price is an annual single-device license. |
| Visit CATIA | Visit SOLIDWORKS |