G2 Vendor Directory

Ansys HFSS vs. SolidWorks Simulation

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricAnsys HFSS

by Ansys, Inc.

SolidWorks Simulation

by Dassault Systèmes

Overall rating4.54.4
Review count4160
Ease of use8.78.6
Ease of setup9.58.6
Quality of support8.88.6
Meets requirements9.28.6
NPS70.2702753.448276
Small Business46.3%42.4%
Mid-Market26.8%47.5%
Enterprise26.8%10.2%
Total page views221198
Total LLM citations51523

Ansys HFSS

Ansys HFSS is a 3D electromagnetic (EM) simulation software for designing and simulating high-frequency electronic products such as antennas, antenna arrays, RF or microwave components, high-speed interconnects, filters, connectors, IC packages and printed circuit boards. Engineers worldwide use Ansys HFSS software to design high-frequency, high-speed electronics found in communications systems, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), satellites, and internet-of-things (IoT) products .

Pros

    SolidWorks Simulation

    SolidWorks Simulation is a comprehensive suite of analysis tools integrated within the SolidWorks CAD environment, enabling engineers and designers to virtually test and validate their designs under real-world conditions. By simulating physical behaviors such as stress, strain, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics, users can identify potential issues early in the design process, reducing the need for costly physical prototypes and accelerating time to market.

    Pros

    • Ease of Use
    • Meshing Techniques
    • Intuitive Use
    • Assembly Design
    • Simulation Tools
    • Tools