# SimSolid Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra

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 SimSolid Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on March 24, 2026

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SimSolid

## What is SimSolid?

By performing structural analyses on fully featured CAD assemblies within minutes, Altair SimSolid is the game-changing simulation technology for designers, engineers, and analysts. It eliminates geometry preparation and meshing: the two most time-consuming, expertise-extensive and error-prone tasks performed in a conventional structural simulation.

## What is SimSolid used for?

[Simulation](https://www.capterra.com/simulation-software/)[Engineering CAD](https://www.capterra.com/engineering-cad-software/)[3D CAD](https://www.capterra.com/3d-cad-software/)

Overall rating

Based on 34 user reviews

Reviews sentiment

Positive

94%

Neutral

6%

Negative

0%

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## Compare with a popular alternative

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### SimSolid

4.4 (34)

VS.

[4.6 (142)](https://www.capterra.com/p/114609/SIMUL8-Professional/reviews/)

Starting Price

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Starting Price

$6049

Per User, Per Year

Free Trial

Free Version

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

Ease Of Use

4.6 (34)

Ease Of Use

4.3 (518)

Value For Money

4.5 (25)

Value For Money

4.5 (361)

Customer Service

4.5 (27)

Customer Service

4.9 (384)

## SimSolid alternatives

[AnyLogic](https://www.capterra.com/p/95940/AnyLogic/)

[4.5 (518)](https://www.capterra.com/p/95940/AnyLogic/reviews/)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

94%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/95940/AnyLogic/)

[MATLAB](https://www.capterra.com/p/125813/MATLAB/)

[4.6 (2,090)](https://www.capterra.com/p/125813/MATLAB/reviews/)

Starting price

$203.63

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

96%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/125813/MATLAB/)

[SimScale](https://www.capterra.com/p/145960/SimScale/)

[4.5 (140)](https://www.capterra.com/p/145960/SimScale/reviews/)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

92%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/145960/SimScale/)

Highest Rated

[Ansys HFSS](https://www.capterra.com/p/252572/Ansys-HFSS/)

[4.7 (12)](https://www.capterra.com/p/252572/Ansys-HFSS/reviews/)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

100%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/252572/Ansys-HFSS/)

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## Features

Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically.

Design Analysis

4.6 (18)

105.56% of 18 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Simulate physical behavior for a design or structure

Mathematical Modeling

3.9 (8)

62.50% of 8 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important

Representing and explaining real systems and occurrences using math formulas, descriptions, and approaches

Civil

For civil engineering

Mechanical

For mechanical engineering

SimSolid 4 features

For civil engineering

Simulate physical behavior for a design or structure

Representing and explaining real systems and occurrences using math formulas, descriptions, and approaches

For mechanical engineering

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Features

4.2 (34)

4.2

Based on 34 reviews

## Pricing

Value for money

4.5 (25)

### Starting price

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Free trial  
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Value for money

4.5 (25)

4.5

Based on 25 reviews

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## Support, customer service and training options

Customer Service

4.5 (27)

Support

-   Email/Help Desk
-   FAQs/Forum
-   Knowledge Base
-   Phone Support
-   24/7 (Live rep)
-   Chat

Training

-   In Person
-   Live Online
-   Webinars
-   Documentation
-   Videos

Deployment

-   Web
-   Android
-   iPhone/iPad

Typical users

-   Freelancers
-   Small businesses
-   Mid size businesses
-   Enterprises

Customer Service

4.5 (27)

4.5

Based on 27 reviews

## User reviews

Overall rating

4.4

Based on 34 reviews

Filter by rating

5(15)

4(17)

3(2)

2(0)

1(0)

Mentioned topic

Sorted by most recent

SP

Sascha P.

Berechnungsingenieur

Computer Software

### "Schnell und einfach für große Modelle"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

April 11, 2025

Pros

Die CAD-Basierte Möglichkeit direkt große komplexe Systeme zu simulieren, ohne Zeit in die Vorverarbeitung zu stecken.

Cons

Die klassische FEM bietet einen höheren Detailgrad gegen Aufwand und auch komplexere Materialmodelle.

Review source

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AM

Alvaro M.

Research and Development Chief Engineer

Automotive

### "Simsolid future is bright!"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

1.0

1.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

7/10

March 4, 2024

Full capabilities like friction contacts and large deformations are required so we can evaluate it.

Pros

The simple procedure for pre-processing of the simulation model.

Cons

It cannot simulate friction contacts and large deformation in explicit simulation like in Radioss.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Paulo B.

ENGINEERING SENIOR SPECIALIST

Automotive

### "Incredible Tool"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

February 23, 2024

The software's remarkable speed, driven by the innovative "meshless" method, allows for swift yet accurate analyses, revolutionizing traditional simulation timelines. SimSolid's user-friendly interface and compatibility with multiple CAD formats make it accessible to engineers of all levels, facilitating a seamless and efficient workflow. The software's precision and reliability, coupled with its quick processing capabilities, have garnered widespread acclaim, making Altair SimSolid an invaluable tool for optimizing product designs and enhancing overall development cycles.

Pros

Altair SimSolid is highly praised for its exceptional speed, accuracy, and user-friendly interface. Its unique "meshless" method allows for rapid yet precise structural analysis, saving valuable time in product development. The software's intuitive design and compatibility with various CAD formats make it accessible to both seasoned engineers and newcomers. SimSolid's robust solver ensures reliable results, contributing to efficient and informed decision-making in the design process. Overall, it stands out as a revolutionary simulation tool that significantly enhances the speed and reliability of structural analysis.

Cons

Little acceptance by the industry, as it is still a novelty.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

NW

Nathan W.

Engineer

Automotive

### "Lots of functionality!"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

3.0

3.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

0.0

0.0

Likelihood to Recommend

7/10

February 23, 2024

Pros

I like the non-linear analysis that SimSolid allows.

Cons

There is no easy way to transition from Solidworks Simulation. Seeing what materials are applied takes too many clicks.

Switched from

[SolidWorks Simulation Premium](https://www.capterra.com/p/124171/SolidWorks-Simulation-Premium/)

Company mandated switch. Company mandated switch.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

SR

sorabh R.

Assistant professor

Education Management

### "Extremely user friendly"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

February 23, 2024

Pros

Very quick result Least training required

Cons

Accuracy can be increased. Export option can be further enhanced

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Benjamin M.

Structural Engineer

Industrial Automation

### "With the right care, it's a huge time saver and a great way to enter simulation"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

February 23, 2024

Pros

It can take the full CAD, right down to the nuts and bolts, and use it add more detail to the analysis. It has a great range of features from linear static to modal and more. I like the the feature where simulations setups can be copied over to new version of the design automatically

Cons

It seems simple but there are some key settings you have to get right in order to get sensible results. Sometimes habdling the number of contacts and joints in an assembly is unwieldy.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

AU

Anonymous User

Doctoral Researcher

Education Management

### "Use of SimSolid for porous structures"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

August 15, 2023

Pros

I like the simplicity of the software interface and ease of use. It can import and run simulations on breb models as well as mesh files. The software successfully runs simulations on intricate geometry without the worry of mesh generation failure.

Cons

Not many customization options are available in the simulation setup. It is highly memory intensive but uses less CPU which makes it slow in operation. I am facing inconsistency in the results sometimes.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

RC

Robert C.

Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

### "Pro and Cons of SimSolid at AMST"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

August 9, 2023

Overall experince is very positiv, because the use of SimSolid save us a lot of time and is easy to use. As well for employees with low experience.

Pros

Fast modeling and shoirt computing times of structures with high quailty results

Cons

In concept development, a structure is usually not fully constructed. Missing components and functions cannot be modeled in SimSolid. Definitions for various joints are missing.Model tree cannot be organized and could be clearer (especially with large Modells)

Reasons for choosing SimSolid

Because we already have an Altair Licence and I think it is the best product for our needs on the market.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

VG

vidyaprakash g.

CAE LEAD

Textiles

### "Speed of Design-with SIMSOLID"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

July 19, 2023

For linear static SIMSOLID is the best option for solving- single part as well whole assembly simulation of the parts.User friendlieness, solving speed is very high.Results accuracey very good in simple linear static analysisTransient,nonlinear analysis yet to be validated

Pros

Ease of learn,use and take out the resultsFastner Pretension resultsStructure as whole assembly simulation

Cons

Results accuracey sometimes need to be verifiedModel corrections not possibleUndo option is not availableMeasure,move,replace parts in Assembly is not possible

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

PC

Pranav C.

Technical Manager

Information Technology and Services

### "Awesome Product!!!"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

July 17, 2023

Great! so far.

Pros

I am very impressed with SimSolid, I have used a lot and I recommend my clients also for preliminary check.although it cant replace the FEA results, but it gives a nice understanding about the product which has large number of parts and its material library is very useful.

Cons

GUI should be changed to "Altair New generation GUI" it will dominate easily once this is done.

Review source

Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

Response from Vendor

July 18, 2023

Thanks for the great review - we appreciate it!

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