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    Autodesk CFD

    Score10 out of 10
    N/AAutodesk CFD is a computational fluid dynamics simulation software that engineers and analysts use to intelligently predict how liquids and gases will perform. Autodesk CFD helps to minimize the need for physical prototypes while providing deeper insight into fluid flow design performance.N/A

    PTC Creo

    Score5.4 out of 10
    N/APTC offers Creo, the company's line of computer-aided design (CAD) products that support the product lifecycle management (PLM) process with 2D and 3D design kits (Creo Elements and Creo Direct), an augmented reality module, Creo Illustrate for technical illustrations, Creo Sketch, Creo Schematics and Creo View for diagramming and sharing information, Creo simulate for running simulations, and other modules.

    $2,480

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    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
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    Design Package
    $2,480.00
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    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
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    Autodesk
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
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    100%
    Implementation went as expected
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    Features
    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
    Computer-Aided Design Software
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    PTC Creo
    4.0
    1 Ratings
    56% below category average
    3D Modeling00 Ratings4.01 Ratings
    2D Drafting00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Rendering and Visualization00 Ratings6.01 Ratings
    Parametric Design00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    Collaboration and Sharing00 Ratings6.01 Ratings
    Compatibility with other software and formats00 Ratings2.01 Ratings
    Assembly Design00 Ratings3.01 Ratings
    Documentation and Annotation00 Ratings2.01 Ratings
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    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
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    Rhino
    Score9.1 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    2.2
    (14 ratings)
    Support Rating
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    8.0
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    User Testimonials
    Autodesk CFDPTC Creo
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Autodesk
    We use a lot of Autodesk software and of course Autodesk CFD package. Integration with Inventor is pretty good. Models can be open right away in Autodesk CFD. The software saved lots of time in testing some glass units so we didn't need to perform too many real tests. Also, we used the software to improve our designs.
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    PTC
    PTC Creo is great for assemblies that multiple users are collaborating on. Models can reference other models that someone in another department has released and when those models are changed, the referenced parts and assemblies are changed. These changes are very helpful when working on collaborative machine designs and comparing forging dies with the final parts.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • Analyze heat transfer
    • thermal analysis
    • helps minimizing prototyping parts
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    PTC
    • PTC Creo contains many advanced tools with better optimization for creating part models and other production related drawings.
    • The initial concept designs can be done more adequately.
    • The parameters of 2D drawings can be changed easily by editing the 3D model.
    • The productivity can be increased by customized tools for modeling.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • more options in the software
    • better reports
    • better interface
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    PTC
    • No autosave
    • No clear message if it has problems saving the file
    • Not so easy to use
    • In my experience, has a lot of things missing that other CAD already have in years
    • In my experience, it's extremely easy to lose work/time
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    Support Rating
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    PTC
    I liked the training manuals I used to learn some, as I didn’t have CAD background in college or before this job. My coworkers were able to share with me what they learned in PTC training and I was able to get support online and through reading.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Autodesk
    We chose Autodesk CFD as the integration within Autodesk products is great. Also it's price was another element in choosing it. We really like the interface as it's very similar with Inventor and other Autodesk solutions. The mesh capabilities are very powerful and easy to be refined. Reports provided are easily created
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    PTC
    Learning curve of SOLIDWORKS is higher compared to Creo, however, stability and more design control is provided by Creo. Creo also have more robust and stable interfaces. For larger assemblies, Creo works better than SOLIDWORKS. New upgrades of Creo has given liberty to open different file data of different software without any file conversion. Creo costs comparable to SOLIDWORKS cost, with more capabilities.
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    Return on Investment
    Autodesk
    • definitely saved money in our design process
    • improved existing 3D models
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    PTC
    • Having PTC Creo as our primary tool positions us as forward thinking and creative in the eyes of our clients.
    • PTC Creo constantly evolves in the ability to increase our productivity; new capabilities and features are added, which reduce our level of effort for some tasks.
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