# MSC Nastran Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra

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 MSC Nastran Software Review 2026: Features, Reviews, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on March 13, 2026

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MSC Nastran

## What is MSC Nastran?

MSC Nastran is a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) application used by engineers and analysts involved in virtual prototyping. Available in various languages, the system supports multidisciplinary structural analysis and is used globally to simulate real-world stress, dynamics, and vibrations for complex systems. The product manufacturers range in complexity from small parts to large-scale assemblies. With features like automated MSCADS and IPOPT optimization, CAEfatigue analysis, and high-performance computing, this tool can assess the resilient comfort of structural designs. It can also preclude buckling, deformations, or resonance, as well as remedy structural issues, optimize performance, and develop differentiators.

## What is MSC Nastran used for?

[Simulation](https://www.capterra.com/simulation-software/)

Overall rating

Based on 3 user reviews

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## Compare with a popular alternative

Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status.

### MSC Nastran

4.7 (3)

VS.

[### VOLTA](https://www.capterra.com/p/217410/VOLTA/)

[5.0 (1)](https://www.capterra.com/p/217410/VOLTA/#reviews)

Starting Price

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Starting Price

Contact vendor

Free Trial

Free Version

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

Ease Of Use

3.7 (3)

Ease Of Use

5.0 (1)

Value For Money

2.0 (1)

Value For Money

5.0 (1)

Customer Service

4.0 (2)

Customer Service

5.0 (1)

## MSC Nastran alternatives

[Autodesk CFD](https://www.capterra.com/p/255146/Autodesk-CFD/)

[4.5 (2)](https://www.capterra.com/p/255146/Autodesk-CFD/#reviews)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/255146/Autodesk-CFD/)

[Cradle CFD](https://www.capterra.com/p/254252/Cradle-CFD/)

[5.0 (1)](https://www.capterra.com/p/254252/Cradle-CFD/#reviews)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/254252/Cradle-CFD/)

[MechDesigner](https://www.capterra.com/p/128387/MechDesigner/)

[4.0 (1)](https://www.capterra.com/p/128387/MechDesigner/#reviews)

Starting price

$1500.00

Per User, Per Month

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/128387/MechDesigner/)

[Sim3D](https://www.capterra.com/p/147466/Sim3D/)

[4.4 (18)](https://www.capterra.com/p/147466/Sim3D/reviews/)

Starting price

$5000.00

Per User, Per Month

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/147466/Sim3D/)

## Pricing

Value for money

2.0 (1)

### Starting price

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for pricing

Free trial  
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Value for money

2.0 (1)

2.0

Based on 1 reviews

## Support, customer service and training options

Customer Service

4.0 (2)

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

4.0 (2)

4.0

Based on 2 reviews

## User reviews

Overall rating

4.7

Based on 3 reviews

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5(2)

4(1)

3(0)

2(0)

1(0)

Mentioned topic

Sorted by most recent

AU

Anonymous User

Project Engineer

Automotive

### "Efficient Platform for Structural Analysis"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

0.0

0.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

February 9, 2023

Pros

Offers multiple analysis disciplines.Perform linear or nonlinear analysis for almost all structural analyses in one place.Model cleanup before meshing can be done easily.Mapping of meshing to the objects is done cleanly (using permanent glue).

Cons

The learning process takes time. Very fewer case studies and training are available online.

Review source

Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication.

AL

Antonio L.

Engineering Dept Head

Aviation & Aerospace

### "MSC Nastran Review"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

3.0

3.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

July 12, 2022

Pros

I used this SW for my thesis and after university internship but still nowaday it's the benchmark in the Aerospace and Defence industry sector

Cons

Well tobe honest the GUI is not the best on the market and often you are forced to use ascii files to handle numerical model analyses.

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.

GC

George C.

CAE Engineer

Automotive

### "Nastran "

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

3.0

3.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

8/10

July 7, 2022

Durability, nvh and nonlinear simulation.

Pros

Excelent software for beginners and experienced users. Cover a lot of direction from static to fast dynamic. For small companies is excellent.

Cons

It is possible to increase the facilities for AI application.

Reasons for choosing MSC Nastran

Accuracy of results and long time to use.

Review source

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