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At a Glance
Inventor
Inventor
Star Rating
(435)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$2085 1 year
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KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Star Rating
(141)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.1% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $708.00 Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Reviews say that Inventor excels in 3D/solid modeling tools with a score of 9.0, making it a preferred choice for users who prioritize detailed modeling capabilities. In contrast, KeyCreator, while still strong, does not match this level of performance in the same category.
  • Users report that KeyCreator offers superior ease of use with a score of 9.0 compared to Inventor's 8.3, indicating that those new to CAD software may find KeyCreator more accessible and user-friendly.
  • Reviewers mention that Inventor's rendering tools scored 7.5, which some users find lacking compared to KeyCreator's higher performance in this area, suggesting that KeyCreator may provide better visual output for presentations and client reviews.
  • G2 users highlight that KeyCreator has a better overall quality of support with a score of 8.7, which is crucial for businesses that rely on timely assistance and troubleshooting, while Inventor's support quality is rated at 8.1.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Inventor has a more robust set of editing tools, scoring 8.7, which is beneficial for users who need to make frequent adjustments to their designs, whereas KeyCreator's editing capabilities are perceived as less comprehensive.
  • Reviewers mention that KeyCreator's entry-level price starting at $708.00 makes it a more budget-friendly option for small businesses, while Inventor's higher entry price of $2085 may be a barrier for some users looking for cost-effective solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Inventor
1 Year
$2085
1 year
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KeyCreator
KeyCreator Drafting Standard
Starting at $708.00
Per Year
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Free Trial
Inventor
Free Trial is available
KeyCreator
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
372
9.1
114
Ease of Use
8.3
372
9.0
114
Ease of Setup
7.9
102
8.7
19
Ease of Admin
7.7
99
8.9
16
Quality of Support
8.1
341
8.7
113
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
94
9.2
16
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
367
7.9
111
Features by Category
8.1
35
Not enough data
Design
8.6
35
Not enough data
8.9
35
Not enough data
8.4
35
Not enough data
7.5
32
Not enough data
Edit
8.1
34
Not enough data
7.3
33
Not enough data
7.9
34
Not enough data
7.7
34
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.1
34
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
8.3
34
Not enough data
7.5
20
Not enough data
Design
9.0
20
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
8.7
20
Not enough data
7.6
19
Not enough data
Tools
5.6
16
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.1
17
Not enough data
Work
6.9
15
Not enough data
6.8
15
Not enough data
7.2
16
Not enough data
7.6
14
Not enough data
7.6
16
Not enough data
Environment
7.7
17
Not enough data
7.7
18
Not enough data
6.9
18
Not enough data
8.1
19
Not enough data
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Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Inventor
Inventor
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Inventor and KeyCreator are categorized as Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Unique Categories
Inventor
Inventor is categorized as Simulation & CAE and General-Purpose CAD
KeyCreator
KeyCreator has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Inventor
Inventor
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
35.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
42.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
22.3%
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
55.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
42.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
2.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Inventor
Inventor
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
24.9%
Machinery
7.9%
Design
7.2%
Construction
5.0%
Utilities
3.8%
Other
51.1%
KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
23.2%
Automotive
18.1%
Machinery
9.4%
Design
8.7%
Plastics
6.5%
Other
34.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Inventor
Inventor
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Andrew K.
AK
Andrew K.
Verified User in Performing Arts

Inventor, almost always, just works. It is intuitive and very easy to transition to from other CAD programs. It has rich features and is visually appealing. I prefer making drawings in Inventor over SolidWorks, as it tends to allow me to do more of what...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
GM
Verified User in Renewables & Environment

It isn't the most powerful CAD system I have used and can have trouble with large assemblies and complicated features.

KeyCreator
KeyCreator
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Steve V.
SV
Steve V.
Verified User in Industrial Automation

I can work with "ANY" Cad , native or imported as if it were my own, instantly. I can out preform co-workers in several aspects of design, very easily, and as much as I would like to say / think its me ????????? It is the ease of the software to learn and...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Sean D.
SD
Sean D.
Verified User in Design

Older interface, needs to improve almost all functions to use dyna handles, and reduce amount of clicks to accomplish commands. Although direct modeling is overall superior, the lack of any parametric capabilities and history does take away some...

Alternatives
Inventor
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KeyCreator
KeyCreator Alternatives
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Discussions
Inventor
Inventor Discussions
How do you handle the data creation problem?
2 comments
SG
You basically need to create each model from scratch in Inventor. You can copy your AutoCAD in Inventor and extrude the models but the models won't be...Read more
there is a form to get more realistic renders from inventor?
2 comments
Kenny C.
KC
Max can load Inventor files natively, so that's certainly one option. The render engine in Inventor is pretty good, though. There is a great deal of ...Read more
Is integration with other Autodesk products being considered?
2 comments
MG
Autodesk published a video on how to export Inventor parts to Revit here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue7-WtyiUtIRead more
KeyCreator
KeyCreator Discussions
What file formats does KeyCreator support?
7 comments
Official Response from KeyCreator
KeyCreator's robust set of translators will allow you to open and edit nearly any CAD file as if it were your own. Read files from SOLIDWORKS, Pro/E,...Read more
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