CATIA vs VariCAD
CATIA
3ds.comVariCAD
varicad.deSide by side
| Figure | CATIA | VariCAD |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $544.75/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · 3D CAD Software | 8.5 (#10) | 7.6 (#57) |
| File import and export | STEP import and export; DXF, STL, VRML and IGES are listed as supported by other CATIA V5 products. | The manual documents STEP import and export, DWG and DXF import and export, and STL and IGES export. |
| Purpose | CATIA supports imagining, designing, and simulating new products and systems. | VariCAD is 3D/2D CAD software primarily intended for mechanical engineering design. |
| Support | Online AEC purchasers can use a support community, ask product experts questions, and receive an onboarding meeting with a platform expert. | The product navigation lists a manual, discussion forum, training, knowledge base, remote desktop support, and a questions page. |
Plans
CATIA
- CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription$6,537 a year
VariCAD
- VariCAD trialFree
- VariCAD Professional for LinuxPrice not published
- VariCAD Professional for WindowsPrice not published
- VariCAD ViewerPrice not published
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.