G2 Vendor Directory

GibbsCAM vs. SOLIDWORKS

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

MetricGibbsCAM

by 3D Systems

SOLIDWORKS

by Dassault Systèmes

Overall rating4.34.5
Review count22707
Ease of use9.38.9
Ease of setup9.38.7
Quality of support8.58.5
Meets requirements8.89.0
NPS4069.230769
Small Business27.3%47.1%
Mid-Market22.7%32.2%
Enterprise50.0%20.7%
Total page views1423,244
Total LLM citations37112,306

GibbsCAM

A scalable CAM system that gives you the tools to program parts faster and cut machine time with innovative toolpath strategies and proven, error-free post processors.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Learning
  • Tooling
  • User-Friendly
  • Features
  • Customer Support

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.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Features
  • 3D Modeling
  • User Interface
  • Simulation Tools
  • CAD Integration