CATIA vs FikusPlus 3dcad
CATIA
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| Figure | CATIA | FikusPlus 3dcad |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $544.75/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · 3D CAD Software | 8.5 (#10) | 7.6 (#55) |
| Assembly design | Yes | Yes |
| File import and export | STEP import and export; DXF, STL, VRML and IGES are listed as supported by other CATIA V5 products. | The brochure lists ACIS, STEP, IGES, ECAD, Rhinoceros, SketchUp, CGR, DWG, DXF, STL, OBJ, XAML, VRML, and 3D PDF data interfaces. |
| Modeling method | parametric | direct |
| Purpose | CATIA supports imagining, designing, and simulating new products and systems. | FikusPlus 3dcad adds 3D solid modeling to the desktops of engineers and machining workers who do not want to become experts in traditional feature-based CAD systems. |
| Sheet-metal tools | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Online AEC purchasers can use a support community, ask product experts questions, and receive an onboarding meeting with a platform expert. | Metalcam recommends contacting a local distributor for technical support and also offers an International Support Group request form and remote support. |
| Supported platforms | Web browser applications on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform; Windows for CATIA V5 sheet-metal software. | Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, 8, 10, and 11 |
| Surface modeling | Yes | Yes |
Plans
CATIA
- CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription$6,537 a year
In their own words
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.
FikusPlus 3dcad
FikusPlus 3dcad has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.