Ansys SpaceClaim vs CATIA
Ansys SpaceClaim
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CATIA
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| Figure | Ansys SpaceClaim | CATIA |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $544.75/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Simulation Software | 8.1 (#6) | 8.4 (#4) |
| Spec score · 3D CAD Software | 8.1 (#26) | 8.5 (#10) |
| Spec score · 3D modeling software | 8.1 (#68) | 8.4 (#39) |
| Assembly design | Yes | Yes |
| File import and export | Import: .dsco, .sat, .sab, .asat, .asab, .pdf, .igs, .iges, .ipt, .iam, .msh, .tgz; export: .dwg, .dxf, .CATPart, .CATProduct, .cgns, .xls, .xlsx, .msh, .tgf | STEP import and export; DXF, STL, VRML and IGES are listed as supported by other CATIA V5 products. |
| Modeling method | direct | parametric |
| Purpose | Ansys describes SpaceClaim as lightweight 3D modeling software for engineers who want 3D modeling without learning complex traditional CAD systems. | CATIA supports imagining, designing, and simulating new products and systems. |
| Security | Synopsys states that customer data for its applications is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS 1.2 or better and at rest using AES 256-bit encryption or better. | Dassault Systèmes says it uses encryption, network monitoring, access controls, and threat detection, and follows security frameworks including ISO 27001. |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Ansys directs users with product-specific inquiries to their Sales or Account Representative, who routes requests to the appropriate support team. | Online AEC purchasers can use a support community, ask product experts questions, and receive an onboarding meeting with a platform expert. |
| Supported platforms | Windows | Web browser applications on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform; Windows for CATIA V5 sheet-metal software. |
| Surface modeling | Yes | Yes |
Plans
CATIA
- CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription$6,537 a year
In their own words
Ansys SpaceClaim
Ansys SpaceClaim is a Windows 3D modeling application for engineers who want direct modeling without learning a complex traditional CAD system. It can create, edit, repair, and simplify geometry, including CAD models prepared for simulation, and it supports assembly design, sheet-metal tools, and surface modeling. For reverse engineering, it can autosurface mesh data and convert STL geometry to CAD. Manufacturing workflows include model preparation, jig and fixture design, and sheet-metal design and unfolding. STL tools can repair faceted files and prepare models for 3D printing. SpaceClaim also provides bidirectional geometry linkage with Ansys Workbench. Import formats include .dsco, .sat, .sab, .asat, .asab, .pdf, .igs, .iges, .ipt, .iam, .msh, and .tgz; export includes .dwg, .dxf, .CATPart, .CATProduct, .cgns, .xls, .xlsx, .msh, and .tgf. It is paid, pricing is on request, and a 30-day Discovery trial includes SpaceClaim.
CATIA
CATIA is a parametric modeling and engineering product with tools for assembly design, sheet-metal work, and surface modeling. It supports cloud collaboration. Platform availability depends on the CATIA product: browser applications run on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, while CATIA V5 sheet-metal software is available for Windows. File format support also varies by product. STEP import and export are listed, while DXF, STL, VRML, and IGES are supported by other CATIA V5 products. CATIA is paid, with pricing on request. Buyers should match the intended modeling work, collaboration needs, platform, and file exchange requirements to the specific CATIA product. Its web and Windows listings do not mean that every CATIA capability is offered on both platforms.