GeoHECRAS is an AutoCAD, MicroStation and ESRI ArcGIS compatible interactive 2D/3D graphical user interface data wrapper to the US Army Corps of Engineers HEC-RAS.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Civil Engineering Design
GeoHECRAS is user-friendly and allows me to utilize a number of features to come up with the best deliverables I can. The interface is easy to refer to whether working with other engineers or showing our clients the results of a study. It has provided my firm additional opportunities to serve our clients in numerous ways and has saved me a significant amount of time. This has allowed myself personally to be more effective while reducing budgets for clients I'm working with. Lastly, the customer service for CivilGEO is incredible. They're always willing to help however they can and are quick to respond to any question you have. Overall, it's a great software that I would recommend to any engineering firm. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Siemens NX is an integrated product design solution that streamlines and accelerates the product development process for engineers who need to deliver innovative products in a
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Also listed in 3D Printing
The oft-advanced notion that the advantages of NX are mainly about "free-form stuff" is false. Even if you're primarily doing work involving traditional machined parts (as I do), the toolset in NX allows for faster workflows both in concept and in production design. Equally importantly, the toolset in NX enables quick accommodation and steering of late-breaking concept and scope changes, which is a great factor regarding client satisfaction (and thus repeat business). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
2D and 3D CAD design software tools.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from General-Purpose CAD
Also listed in GIS, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
With AutoCAD, making complex 3D models and detailed 2D drawings.
Layer management is yet another fantastic feature. Layering various components helps organise drawings, making managing visibility and organising intricate designs simpler.
AutoCAD is a helpful tool for engineers and designers.
AutoCAD is very best choice if you want to work in 2D linework, which is very efficient and faster. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
ZWCAD is a powerful, reliable, and DWG-compatible CAD solution that enables you to boost design efficiency without switching cost.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from General-Purpose CAD
Also listed in Civil Engineering Design
ZWCAD pleasantly surprised me. It is incredibly lightweight, quick to open files, and very easy to adapt to, especially for those who have used other CAD programs. The interface is intuitive and the transition was almost immediate, without the need to relearn everything from scratch. I am amazed at how ZWCAD manages to be far superior to Autodesk's CAD. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
GeoHECHMS greatly speeds up the creation, analysis, and review of stormwater models. It automates subbasin delineation, curve number (CN) computation using land use and soils
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Civil Engineering Design
I appreciate its seamless integration of CAD drawings. And also the automated curve number calculations, great time of concentration tools. It's everything you need for hydrology in one spot. I use it often for large rural drainage areas calcs. Plus, for this software and for GeoStorm, I have had nothing but excellent support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Onshape is a modern CAD system that eliminates design gridlock and helps engineers do their best work. Onshape unites advanced modeling tools and design data management in a s
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Also listed in CAD Viewers, Product Data Management (PDM), 3D Printing, General-Purpose CAD, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
I’ve been using Onshape for over six years and have logged more than 2,000 hours in the platform—and it still impresses me. The interface is clean and intuitive, and the feature set is powerful enough to handle complex design work without feeling overwhelming.
What really sets Onshape apart is its collaborative workflow. Real-time sharing, version control, and branching make working with others seamless, whether you're in the same room or halfway around the world. One feature I especially appreciate is Follow Mode—being able to follow someone’s cursor as they work through a model makes collaboration and review incredibly efficient. It’s the next best thing to sitting side-by-side. As First Robotics Mentor, this feature allows me to follow my students' work in real-time and recognise where they are struggling to better support them on their way to becoming Onshape masters. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
SketchUp is intuitive, powerful 3D modeling software built for professionals and creatives of all kinds.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from 3D Modeling
Also listed in Urban Planning and Design, Sketching, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), General-Purpose CAD, Architectural Rendering
One of the standout aspects of SketchUp is its versatility. Whether I’m designing architectural models, creating interior layouts, or visualizing landscaping projects, SketchUp allows me to bring my ideas to life quickly and accurately. The program’s vast library of pre-made components and textures also speeds up the design process and enhances creativity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
CMS IntelliCAD
General CAD design
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from General-Purpose CAD
Prompt replies to enquiries, courteous and helpful replies and I think a general appreciation of customers in general.
I would praise Joe for his understanding and diligence during what was for me a difficult period following a complete system loss. Customer care for me is about solving issues in a constructive and friendly manner. Well done.
CMS software is very very good value and on a cost/licence/usablity basis it is excellent and if you can use Autocad it is a straight forward product to use and downloading and pruchasing the item is simple once you get it clear in your mind which model of whichever version of the software you are looking at and wish to buy.
The software is very easy to install and set up for your personal requirements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Solid Edge
Solid Edge is a portfolio of affordable, easy-to-use software solutions for product development — 3D design, simulation, manufacturing, data management, cloud collaboration, a
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Also listed in 3D Printing, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Simulation & CAE, General-Purpose CAD
Easy to learn for new users and industry focused features. API is well documented to drive customization and automation Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Ares Commander
Professional & Cost-effective 2D/3D CAD Software in DWG for Windows, Mac & Linux
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from General-Purpose CAD
It is offering us the perpetual license option.
Quite user friendly with prductivity tool.
Voice Note feature has helped us to collaborate well within our team.
Support is really prompt and easy to acces Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
GeoSTORM is a stormwater modeling software that accelerates the process of creating, analyzing, and reviewing both urban and rural stormwater models. GeoSTORM software suppor
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Civil Engineering Design
I have taken at least four courses on PCSWMM, and yet I still find it difficult to tackle some workflows. Geostorm is like working with a LEGO model, although I must agree with one previous reviewer that adding catch basins to the pipe instead of a model is quite awkward. That is a SWMM flaw, not a GEOSTORM flaw. Some other wrappers have worked around that, and with good reason. I believe that CivilGEO would like to cover all EPASWMM bases before tweaking the actual model, and that is completely understandable. You have to walk before you run, but my first work with GEOStorm was a gigantic solar farm that covered an entire town, draining to a river that was also modeled in GEOStorm. I tried Autodesk's Infoworks, and I don't understand why a flood model needs to look like a relational database.
GEOStorm will be your best bet if results are what you are after. The problem with most of these other programs is that they fail to prioritize the user experience. If you need to gather rainfall, streamflow, terrain, land cover, and soil data before laying out your model, you are already a couple of days behind, and most importantly, you will be tired before you start modeling. See, I look forward to working with CivilGeo's tools. It is that engaging, and that in itself is a battle won. The most difficult part of any project is getting started, and CivilGEO's products invite you to do just that. When was the last time you were eager to work? You have to experience it, because you have three options;
1 - Work slowly
2- Have a battery of Python scripts that can pull all that data for you. (Good luck maintaining that library for a few users.)
3-Use Geostorm
Five years ago, I wasn't sure if I would continue with my career in water resources. I was getting tired and bored. CivilGEO is one of the main reasons that I continued, and for that, I am grateful.
If you cannot relate to that, the same thing happened to me on the other side of my professional career, land development, some ten to twelve years ago. Learning Civil3D changed that.
Many people are familiar with CAD, and a significant number are also familiar with GIS. It is the common ground and the intersection of these two that makes things go right. CivilGEO understands that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion is a comprehensive cloud software platform that integrates various tools for 3D design, manufacturing, electronics, simulation, and generative design. It serve
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Also listed in CAD Viewers, 3D Printing, CAD Data Exchange, CAD Libraries, Simulation & CAE
The most liked aspects of Autodesk Fusion are its integrated, cloud-based workflow, ease of use, powerful all-in-one toolset, and affordable access, making it a compelling choice for designers, engineers, and manufacturers Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
DraftSight
DraftSight lets professional CAD users, students and educators create, edit and view DWG files. DraftSight runs on Windows®, Mac® and Linux.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from General-Purpose CAD
Also listed in CAD Viewers
The other people that I work with use SolidWorks which is way more than what I need. I was using AutoCAD every day to accomplish my 2D projects. The fact that it works with AutoCAD files is definitely a plus.
I myself have not had the need to contact Customer Service but others at my office have and expressed that it was a nice experience. They were treated like a person and things were explained so that they could understand.
It was easy to get started using DraftSight since it was similar to AutoCAD. This saves a lot of time from having to completely learn something new. The layout is simple and easy to use. With using DraftSight every day, it is really nice that it integrated with my current way I work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Site3D is a fully featured software product for the engineering design of road systems and housing developments.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Civil Engineering Design
Excellent Engineering designs production and using the system is very quick on Drainage designing and easy management of several projects document.
To collaborate and on design modification and how effective is Structural analysis through platform makes this a quite productive Engineering drawings generation solution and its first implementation was supper easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Inventor® 3D CAD software offers an easy-to-use set of tools for 3D mechanical design, documentation, and product simulation.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Also listed in Simulation & CAE, General-Purpose CAD
Inventor is my go-to tool for machine design; From design accelators, frame generators and analysis, to design automation with ilogic features , and dynamic event simulation with a powerful solver etc.
Inventor's featuers are very mature in terms of capacity, and can handle data of so many kinds e.g it BOM, driving configuration with parameter etc.
Inventor also integrates perfectly with PDM tools like Autodesk Vault for administrative purposes, design data managment, file control, to mention a few.
Many other solutions can be integarted with inventor, making it possible to author, validate, fabricate and test your design e.g Inventor Nastran, Inventor Nesting, Factory design utilities, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Coohom is the leading 3D solution for retailers and manufacturers to better engage and convert customers online or in-store. Coohom technologies enable you to generate beautif
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Visual Configuration
Also listed in 3D Rendering, General-Purpose CAD, 3D Modeling, Visual Product Customization
Altium Designer
Altium Designer bridges all facets of the PCB design process to keep you seamlessly connected to every aspect of your design at all times.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from PCB Design
Also listed in General-Purpose CAD
The MCAD CoDesigner functionality has been very useful for integrating PCB designs into our mechanical 3D models in AutoDesk Inventor, and was a big reason we moved to Altium. The 3D views are very useful within Altium and creating PCB footprints and adding existing STEP files available from many component manufacturers is easy. The OutJob functionality is useful in exporting files.
The Draftsman documents are very powerful and have saved a significant amount of time in creating and updating production documentation. The layout capability works very well with a lot of configurability.
The ActiveBOM functionality is useful is checking part status and availability and for rolling up BOM cost.
Overall, Altium was an enormous leap from Mentor Graphics PADS (which I used for the previous 15 years), although now there are a number of other alternatives, including at least one open-source alternative that also has impressive capability (I have not explored these in detail).
Electronic design (schematic capture and layout) only makes up 10% of my working hours according to my time logging (among mechanical design, project planning, as well as customer, sales, and production support), but I am quite productive in Altium compared to my previous workflow. If this was my primary job function, I would be even more comfortable in the software as it is certainly designed with the "power user" in mind, but there are many things I don't remember or haven't needed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
AutoCAD LT
Speed design documentation with the 2D drafting tools of AutoCAD LT software.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from General-Purpose CAD
It is a program for creating plans, easy-to-use designs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Civil 3D civil engineering design software is a civil design and documentation solution that supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Civil Engineering Design
Also listed in Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
It helps make designs for civil engineering projects faster and more accurate. What I like most are its customizable designs and tools, which make difficult processes like grading, roadway design, and pipe networks easier. Using GIS data and tools to create surfaces and terrains also makes the work more comfortable for me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
IronCAD's mission has and continues to be the creation of award winning 3D Design Collaboration Solutions that lead the industry in their ease-of-use and design productivity.
Top Mechanical Cad Software Result from Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Also listed in CAD Viewers, Simulation & CAE, General-Purpose CAD, 3D Modeling
IronCAD has several ways of doing the same thing so it is super easy to learn even for people with no previous CAD experience. Power users can when needed use the same technique as in the competitor's programs so it's not limited to just one way of working. I have stayed with IronCAD for 23 years and I have seen over the years how the competitors mimic things that have always been possible in IronCAD.
It can do everything we need at our company, including the creation of advanced corrugated boxes with correct consideration of inside loss and more.
We have also started using it for design of thermo formed trays and it works quite well. There is some improvements needed in this area but IronCAD is working hard to create those improvements.
The programming API is well developed and we have created a large number of plugins ourselves. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
