G2 Vendor Directory

PreForm vs. SOLIDWORKS

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

MetricPreForm

by Formlabs

SOLIDWORKS

by Dassault Systèmes

Overall rating4.84.5
Review count11707
Ease of use9.38.9
Ease of setup0.08.7
Quality of support8.28.5
Meets requirements9.19.0
NPS81.81818269.230769
Small Business81.8%47.1%
Mid-Market9.1%32.2%
Enterprise9.1%20.7%
Total page views423,244
Total LLM citations1312,306

PreForm

Optimize Your Print Processes in PreForm ,design model in standard CAD software, then import the STL or OBJ file into print preparation software.

Pros

    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