Solid Edge vs TopSolid'Design
Both are on the 3D CAD Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
| Solid Edge | TopSolid'Design | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #4 8.0 | #36 5.5 |
| Maker | Solid Edge | — |
| Starts at | On request | On request |
| Free | Free plan | Free trial |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone/iPad, Web, Windows | API, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Solid Edge Classic: on request Solid Edge Design and Drafting: on request Solid Edge Foundation: on request Solid Edge Premium: on request | TopSolid'Design: on request |
| Verdict | 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. | TopSolid'Design covers mechanical modeling, assemblies, simulation and manufacturing documentation, with PDM and automation tools. Its Windows requirements and absence of cloud collaboration should be weighed against the team’s workflow. |
| Visit Solid Edge | Visit TopSolid'Design |