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Attribute Ratings
- Vectorworks Fundamentals is rated higher in 1 area: Likelihood to Recommend
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
CATIA
80%
9 Ratings
10.0
Vectorworks Fundamentals
100%
2 Ratings
Support Rating
8.2
CATIA
82%
8 Ratings
Vectorworks Fundamentals
N/A
0 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
CATIA
When it comes to modelling a product using multiple parts, CATIA becomes tedious. One need someone to sit with and learn with the experience from a frequent user. If switching from any other software to CATIA, it can be intimidating as learning curve is lengthy. For example, when working with complex shape in a knuckle joint, more steps are needed in part modelling. This cause part modelling lengthier and consume time more time, in comparison to SOLIDWORKS.However, CATIA is tremendously helpful in generating really complex features. Surface modelling is way easier when one know how to use it. It becomes really handy to make changes to the design later as well. The design history tree is also very well organized, which save time in later modifications
Product Design/Development Engineer
Altec Inc.Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering, 1001-5000 employees
Vectorworks Fundamentals
It is perfectly suited for residential work, and work where the project requires integrated 2d and 3d. It is terrible for integrated energy modeling. This needs to be fixed immediately.
Principal
Nathan Kipnis Architects, Inc.Design, 1-10 employees
Pros
CATIA
- Surface modeling module is extremely developed and successful.
- 2D drafting module is doing the job effectively (AutoCAD is no more required).
Exhaust Systems Supervisor
Ford Motor CompanyAutomotive, 10,001+ employees
Vectorworks Fundamentals
- 3D modeling - no need to start in SketchUp or other more rudimentary programs.
- Seamless import/export with other programs - ideal communication with consultants.
- Superb customer service, training, and tech support.
Director of Architecture
Architecture Is Fun, Inc.Architecture & Planning, 1-10 employees
Cons
CATIA
- The software is pretty heavy, even with computers designed for heavy-duty loads, resulting in long wait times to load files and make changes, reducing productivity.
Engenheiro de desenvolvimento de produtos Jr
ElectroluxConsumer Goods, 10,001+ employees
Vectorworks Fundamentals
- The program is getting a little 'fat', and needs to be slimmed down. It is starting to bog down a bit when doing certain functions. The program of late is more buggy then we are used to seeing.
- I like how smooth Sketchup is in 3D. It would be great to get VW's to be more responsive in 3D.
- The space tool is very clunky.
- I would be great if a texture map could be a video and not just a still image. We could really use that.
- PLEASE get the energy modeling capabilities up to speed. It needs to be much more intuitive and NOT based on Passive House standards. Please include a clear output for a projects Energy Use Intensity (EUI) and how a project is doing relative to the 2030 Commitment.
Principal
Nathan Kipnis Architects, Inc.Design, 1-10 employees
Pricing Details
CATIA
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—CATIA Editions & Modules
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Additional Pricing Details
—Vectorworks Fundamentals
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
$108 per month
Vectorworks Fundamentals Editions & Modules
Edition
Subscription | $108.001 |
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Perpetual License | $2617.00 |
- per month
- none
Additional Pricing Details
—Support Rating
CATIA
CATIA 8.2
Based on 8 answers
I gave a 9-star rating because CATIA's support system is excellent in terms of quick resolutions. As soon as we escalate any issue regarding this software, its support system resolves it in a short period. There was a scenario when we were unable to login to the CATIA server. At that time, our issue was resolved within an hour. Thus, in terms of support, CATIA is good.

Verified User
Professional in Product Management
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering Company, 201-500 employeesVectorworks Fundamentals
No score
No answers yet
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Alternatives Considered
CATIA
To be honest, it is our company's decision, it was here when I came. But I can say that the assembly feature is easier than SOLIDWORKS. Also, we use AutoCAD for more 2D drawings; or creating 2D drafts from not parts, but a scratch, AutoCAD is better. CATIA wouldn't match AutoCAD on 2D drawings.
D&R Engineer
Ford OtosanAutomotive, 10,001+ employees
Vectorworks Fundamentals
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
CATIA
- If your company is small, probably you are going to think that CATIA is too expensive, but it will be worth it.
- A lot of companies use it, so you can share files easily.
Designer
Peekaboo Design StudioDesign, 1-10 employees
Vectorworks Fundamentals
- Subscription model ensures we always have the latest versions - per-seat license is very affordable.
- Training costs are low (i.e. new hires get up to speed quickly).
Director of Architecture
Architecture Is Fun, Inc.Architecture & Planning, 1-10 employees