Ashlar-Vellum Argon vs CATIA
Ashlar-Vellum Argon
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CATIA
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| Figure | Ashlar-Vellum Argon | CATIA |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $31.25/mo | $544.75/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Spec score · 3D CAD Software | 8.0 (#35) | 8.5 (#10) |
| Assembly design | Yes | Yes |
| File formats | Listed import and export formats include ACIS SAT, PDF, DWG/DXF, IGES, STEP, STL, Rhino 3DM, and Adobe Illustrator; some formats are import-only or export-only. | STEP import and export; DXF, STL, VRML and IGES are listed as supported by other CATIA V5 products. |
| Modeling method | direct | parametric |
| Purpose | Argon is entry-level precision 3D modeling software intended for people who want to model without cumbersome parametric history. | CATIA supports imagining, designing, and simulating new products and systems. |
| Sheet-metal tools | No | Yes |
| Support | The maker lists customer service and support email addresses and provides phone support at +1 800 877-2745. | Online AEC purchasers can use a support community, ask product experts questions, and receive an onboarding meeting with a platform expert. |
| Supported platforms | Windows and macOS | Web browser applications on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform; Windows for CATIA V5 sheet-metal software. |
| Surface modeling | Yes | Yes |
Plans
Ashlar-Vellum Argon
- Monthly Subscription$37.95 a month
- One-year Subscription$375 a year
- Argon Monthly Subscription$37.95 a month
- Argon 1-year Subscription$375 a year
CATIA
- CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription$6,537 a year
In their own words
Ashlar-Vellum Argon
Ashlar-Vellum Argon has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
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.