What AI says about SOLIDWORKS
Part of Dassault Systèmes
Since Jul 5Updated Nov 1, 2026Based on 41,743 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
SOLIDWORKS provides 3D CAD software and cloud-enabled product development tools for design, simulation, collaboration, and manufacturing.
Dassault Systèmes1%
Products
Owned brands
- SOLIDWORKSThis page<1%
- GEOVIA<1%
- CATIA<1%
- ENOVIA<1%
- BIOVIA ONE Lab<1%
- SIMULIA<1%
- BIOVIA CISPro<1%
- XFlow<1%
- Dymola<1%
Mentioned in
<1%
of AI answers about SOLIDWORKS and its rivals
- ChatGPT<1%
- Google AI Mode<1%
Markets where AI mentions SOLIDWORKS
Market# · Mentioned in
All markets<1%
- Manufacturing Engineering Software and WorkstationsAI picks Autodesk Fusion 360 and 1 more about as often#10 · 17%
- 3D Design, CAD & Rendering ToolsAI picks Blender and 1 more about as often#28 · 4%
- CNC Machining Tools and TrainingAI picks Autodesk Fusion 360 most#35 · 4%
- Engineering Design and Simulation ToolsAI picks LTspice and 1 more about as often#37 · 4%
- Adhesives and Caulking ToolsAI picks Gorilla Tough most#44 · 1%
- Personal Safety & Workplace Safety GearAI picks SABRE Red most#64 · <1%
- Creative Mood Board Design SoftwareAI picks Milanote most#90 · <1%
- Industrial Augmented Reality SoftwareAI picks Ptc most#94 · <1%
- Trade Show & Virtual Event SolutionsAI picks High Point Market most#101 · <1%
- Explainer Video Creation Tools & ServicesAI picks Vyond most#106 · 1%
- Specialized Professional Tools and ServicesAI picks Bambu Lab most#109 · 1%
- IT Services and Staffing ProvidersAI picks TEKsystems most#120 · 1%
Topics where AI mentions SOLIDWORKS
TopicMentioned in · on this topicRank
- AI picks mostMentioned in
- We need a way to move from CAD to quote to manufacturing without endless emails. What products should we use?on this questionAI picks Paperless Parts most30%
- What's the best laptop for a mechanical engineer who primarily uses 3D CAD software?on this questionAI picks Dell most9%
Excerpts where SOLIDWORKS appeared in the AI's answer
- I need a cost-effective 3D animation tool for creating educational walkthroughs of mechanical assemblies. Which software platforms offer the best balance of ease-of-use and technical accuracy?on this questionAI picks Blender and 1 more about as often26%
Excerpts where SOLIDWORKS appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPTSep 25, 2026, ChatGPT SOLIDWORKS is a mature mechanical CAD platform and makes sense if you're already working in a SOLIDWORKS environment or need compatibility with an engineering organization.
ChatGPTAug 28, 2026, ChatGPT It can also import a broad range of CAD formats, including SOLIDWORKS, Creo, Inventor, STEP and IGES.
- We need to automate CNC programming and manufacturability feedback from CAD files. What products are best?on this questionAI picks CloudNC and 1 more about as often17%
Excerpts where SOLIDWORKS appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 25, 2026, Google AI Mode SolidWorks (with DFMXpress & CAMWorks) : For dedicated SolidWorks teams
Google AI ModeSep 9, 2026, Google AI Mode scan a CAD model (integrated directly inside SOLIDWORKS or Solid Edge)
- What's the best software for designing and documenting manufacturing assembly lines?on this questionAI picks Autodesk Inventor most35%
Excerpts where SOLIDWORKS appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 16, 2026, Google AI Mode What CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, NX) are you currently using?
Google AI ModeAug 31, 2026, Google AI Mode Dassault Systèmes DELMIA / SolidWorks : Best for detailed mechanical integration and documentation
How prominently AI mentions SOLIDWORKS
- Named first10%
- 2nd or 3rd17%
- Later73%
How AI rates SOLIDWORKS
Common descriptions
industry standard · advanced · cad · required · standard · tightest integration
Tone of AI’s statements about SOLIDWORKS
- Positive28%
- Neutral67%
- Mixed1%
- Negative4%
SOLIDWORKS in AI answers
Question: What's the best laptop for a mechanical engineer who primarily uses 3D CAD software?
ChatGPTOct 28, 2026
CAD programs such as SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, PTC Creo, and Autodesk Inventor can benefit from professional graphics drivers and certified hardware
Question: How can a machinist find training for advanced CNC programming?
Google AI ModeOct 20, 2026
If your shop uses software like Mastercam, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, or Fusion 360, look at official reseller-led training.
Google AI ModeJul 30, 2026
SolidWorks: Industry standard for creating complex 3D models for CAM programming.
Sources AI cites
- Your site13%
- 3D CAD Software for Costume Design | SOLIDWORKS (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- SOLIDWORKS Composer: Assembly Instruction Manual Software (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- 3D CAD Software for Costume Design | SOLIDWORKS for Makers (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- Software Solutions for 3D CAD, Design and Product Development | SOLIDWORKS (opens in a new tab) · 2%Leaves SOLIDWORKS out
- Simulation for Startups: Product Modeling and ... - SolidWorks (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- 13%
- Must Have Tools to Design an Efficient Factory (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- Automated CNC Programming with Siemens NX CAM (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- Automated CNC Programming with Siemens NX CAM (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- Mastercam CNC Lathe Programming | Full Course Outlines ... (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- What is CNC Programming? Learn the Basics (Without ... (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- 2026 CNC Design Software Review (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- 3D modelling every funnel ever in Fusion 360 (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- 10%
- What course to take to learn how to program CNC machines? (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- How do I become a CNC machinist/ what’s the best path to take? (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- reddit.com (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- What's the best animation software for technical manufacturing processes for 3d models made in SW or Rhino ? (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- Noob question: what software is ideal for designing furniture with moving parts? : r/woodworking (opens in a new tab) · 2%
- Leaves SOLIDWORKS out2%
- Factory Simulation Software | Autodesk FlexSim (opens in a new tab) · 2%Leaves SOLIDWORKS out
