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At a Glance
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault
Star Rating
(54)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (53.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM
Star Rating
(76)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SolidWorks PDM
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Autodesk Vault excels in version control with a score of 7.7, but reviewers mention that SolidWorks PDM significantly outperforms it with a score of 8.5, highlighting its robust versioning capabilities that streamline the design process.
  • Reviewers mention that while Autodesk Vault has a decent alignment score of 5.7, SolidWorks PDM shines with a score of 7.6, indicating better integration and alignment with existing workflows, which is crucial for teams managing complex projects.
  • Users on G2 say that Autodesk Vault's workflow management is lacking, scoring only 5.3, whereas SolidWorks PDM receives a commendable score of 8.2, showcasing its ability to automate and manage workflows effectively, which enhances productivity.
  • G2 users report that Autodesk Vault's quality of support is rated at 7.2, but users mention that SolidWorks PDM offers superior support with a score of 8.0, making it a more reliable choice for teams needing assistance.
  • Reviewers say that Autodesk Vault's metadata management features, such as repository and taxonomy, score 7.8 and 7.2 respectively, but SolidWorks PDM's overall data management capabilities are perceived as more comprehensive, particularly in document identification and lifecycle management.
  • Users report that while both products have similar ease of setup scores, SolidWorks PDM is noted for its user-friendly interface, leading to a higher overall ease of use score of 8.0 compared to Autodesk Vault's 7.1, making it more accessible for new users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Autodesk Vault
No pricing available
SolidWorks PDM
No pricing available
Free Trial
Autodesk Vault
No trial information available
SolidWorks PDM
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.9
47
8.6
55
Ease of Use
7.1
47
8.0
56
Ease of Setup
6.6
28
6.6
19
Ease of Admin
7.7
28
7.2
20
Quality of Support
7.2
46
8.0
51
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.8
28
8.0
20
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
47
8.2
52
Features by Category
Product Data Management (PDM)Hide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
6.4
5
7.8
41
Metadata
Not enough data
7.8
35
Not enough data
7.2
27
Not enough data
7.8
32
Data Management
7.7
5
8.5
33
5.7
5
7.6
26
5.3
5
8.2
35
7.0
5
7.7
33
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Engineering Document ManagementHide 14 FeaturesShow 14 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Dashboards
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Collaboration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault
SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM
Autodesk Vault and SolidWorks PDM are categorized as Product Data Management (PDM)
Unique Categories
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault is categorized as Engineering Document Management
SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
25.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
53.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
21.2%
SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
49.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
34.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
16.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
15.4%
Oil & Energy
9.6%
Machinery
7.7%
Civil Engineering
7.7%
Security and Investigations
5.8%
Other
53.8%
SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
22.4%
Automotive
9.0%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
7.5%
Design
7.5%
Oil & Energy
6.0%
Other
47.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Ryan S.
RS
Ryan S.
Verified User in Machinery

Vault is very easy to use. After reading a few install documents I was able to set up Vault on a local server and train my colleagues on it's use. It greatly helped in coordinating our engineering functions on several projects and kept pesky file management...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Design

Possibly the most random bit of software I've ever encountered!

SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Automotive

The organization of all of the files however we want it to be.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Sachin K.
SK
Sachin K.
Verified User in Automotive

Not easy to use, very manual process, sharing is complicated, acess management is hard and technical

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Discussions
Autodesk Vault
Autodesk Vault Discussions
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Autodesk Vault has no discussions with answers
SolidWorks PDM
SolidWorks PDM Discussions
Do you manager NON CAD files with PDM?
2 comments
Christine M.
CM
We also manage Excel files, PDF's and pictures using PDM.Read more
What is Solidworks PDM system?
1 comment
Parth M.
PM
Solidworks PDM is an advanced version of file explorer in windows PC. It allows you to manage all your files and projects. One can easily manage workflow and...Read more
What is PDM software?
1 comment
JL
PDM stands for Program Document Management. However, it goes beyond what a regular file explorer does and allows for a version history as well as review and...Read more