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IronCAD vs Solid Edge: Which is a better fit?

Updated on January 5th, 2025
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Summary
Key features rated by users
Features selected based on 2,627 reviews from 3D CAD users.
% Fit
Missing features
Not enough reviews
Feature ratings
3D Design & Modeling
NA
2D Drawing
4.5
Data Import/Export
5.0
Annotations
5.0
Component Library
5.0
% Fit
Not enough reviews
Feature ratings
3D Design & Modeling
4.5
2D Drawing
4.1
Data Import/Export
4.5
Annotations
4.0
Component Library
4.1
User satisfaction
4.3
User reviews60
Ease of use
4.5
Functionality
4.2
Value for money
4.4
Customer support
4.5
4.4
User reviews48
Ease of use
4.1
Functionality
4.3
Value for money
4.1
Customer support
3.9
Price starts from
Yearly subscription
Free version
Free trial
Monthly subscription
Free version
Free trial
Best for

Custom, low-volume, special purpose machinery manufacturers, including conveyors, factory automation, racking systems and producers of fasteners, fixtures, jigs, pipes, shafts, valves, tools.

With Solid Edge, small and medium businesses have access to industry-leading, professional product development software -- with flexible licensing to meet your budget needs.

User reviews
pros & cons
1 / 4
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1 / 4
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Prioritize real-user-identified key features according to your needs to find your best fit.

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2D Drawing
207
Important
3D Design & Modeling
388
Important

IronCAD

11/42
  • 3D Design & Modeling
  • Activity Dashboard
  • API
  • Compliance Management
  • Configurable Workflow
  • Configuration Management
  • Content Library
  • Customizable Branding
  • Customizable Templates
  • Data Capture and Transfer
  • Data Synchronization
  • Data Visualization
  • Design Management
  • Document Generation
  • Drag & Drop
  • File Management
  • For 3D Printing
  • For Architects
  • Image Editing
  • Multiple Format Support
  • Multiple Projects
  • Projections
  • Real Time Comparisons
  • Real-Time Updates
  • Reference Management
  • Rules-Based Workflow
  • Secure Data Storage
  • Sketching and Annotation Tools
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • Version Control
  • Workflow Management
  • 2D Drawing
  • Animation
  • Annotations
  • Bill of Materials Management
  • Collaboration Tools
  • Component Library
  • Data Import/Export
  • Document Management
  • For Manufacturers
  • Modeling & Simulation
  • Reporting/Analytics
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Solid Edge

Top Features
19/42
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IronCAD

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IronCAD
Deployment
  • Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based
  • Desktop - Mac
  • Desktop - Windows
  • Desktop - Linux
  • Desktop - Chromebook
  • On-Premise - Windows
  • On-Premise - Linux
  • Mobile - Android
  • Mobile - iPhone
  • Mobile - iPad
Support
  • Email/Help Desk
  • FAQs/Forum
  • Knowledge Base
  • Phone Support
  • 24/7 (Live rep)
  • Chat
Training
  • In Person
  • Live Online
  • Webinars
  • Documentation
  • Videos
Solid Edge
Deployment
  • Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based
  • Desktop - Mac
  • Desktop - Windows
  • Desktop - Linux
  • Desktop - Chromebook
  • On-Premise - Windows
  • On-Premise - Linux
  • Mobile - Android
  • Mobile - iPhone
  • Mobile - iPad
Support
  • Email/Help Desk
  • FAQs/Forum
  • Knowledge Base
  • Phone Support
  • 24/7 (Live rep)
  • Chat
Training
  • In Person
  • Live Online
  • Webinars
  • Documentation
  • Videos
IronCAD
  • By IronCAD
  • Located in United States
  • Founded in 2001
Solid Edge
  • By Siemens
  • Located in Germany
  • Founded in 1847
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