Ansys Maxwell vs. SOLIDWORKS
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | Ansys Maxwell | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3 | 4.5 |
| Review count | 10 | 707 |
| Ease of use | 8.6 | 8.9 |
| Ease of setup | 8.6 | 8.7 |
| Quality of support | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Meets requirements | 8.6 | 9.0 |
| NPS | 50 | 69.230769 |
| Small Business | 20.0% | 47.1% |
| Mid-Market | 50.0% | 32.2% |
| Enterprise | 30.0% | 20.7% |
| Total page views | 196 | 3,244 |
| Total LLM citations | 516 | 12,306 |
Ansys Maxwell
Ansys Maxwell is a low frequency electromagnetic field solver for electric machines, transformers, actuators and other electromechanical devices. It solves static, frequency-domain and time-varying electric fields. Maxwell offers specialized design interfaces for electric machines and power converters. Maxwell offers trusted simulation of low-frequency electromagnetic fields in industrial components.
SOLIDWORKS
SOLIDWORKS is the industry-standard 3D CAD solution trusted by more than 8 million engineers and designers worldwide. For over 30 years, it has helped mechanical engineers, product designers and manufacturing firms compress design cycles, control costs and deliver higher-quality products faster. SOLIDWORKS combines parametric 3D modeling, integrated simulation, product data management and direct manufacturing workflows in a single, connected environment—eliminating the need for disconnected point tools.
- Ease of Use
- Features
- 3D Modeling
- User Interface
- Simulation Tools
- CAD Integration