CYPE 3D vs Siemens NX
| CYPE 3D | Siemens NX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | €1,100/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | Web, Windows |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Modeling method | direct | hybrid |
| Cloud collaboration | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10, Windows 11 and supported Windows Server versions; Mac use requires Windows virtualization | Windows desktop; NX X Design is cloud SaaS and supports browser-based access |
| File import and export | Import: IFC, DXF, DWG, TXT. Export: HTML, DOCX, PDF, RTF, TXT, DXF, DWG, CSV, IFC and GLTF. | IGES, STEP AP203, STEP AP214, DXF/DWG, STL, 3MF; NX X data exchange also lists JT, Solid Edge and SolidWorks open |
| Assembly design | — | Yes |
| Sheet-metal tools | — | Yes |
| Surface modeling | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best 3D CAD Software. On Bettesworth Construction, Siemens NX scores higher on our published basis.