Everything You Need to Know About How to Buy SOLIDWORKS

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The SOLIDWORKS mission from day one has been about making it easy for designers and engineers to access technology. The plan was to put SOLIDWORKS on every engineer’s desktop. We’re always listening to you and developing enhancements to your workflows and tools. One new enhancement of note is about flexibility in how you can purchase SOLIDWORKS.

Until now, purchasing SOLIDWORKS has primarily involved an expert Reseller Partner. SOLIDWORKS has a global network of more than 400 Reseller Partners dedicated to your success. They will continue to work directly with clients to provide expert advice, onboarding, training and ongoing support to maximize your product development investment.

In addition to Reseller Partners, you can now buy SOLIDWORKS solutions online. The goal is to offer flexibility in how you want to purchase. If you need expert guidance during the sales process, a Reseller Partner is there for you. However, if you already understand your needs, purchasing SOLIDWORKS is as easy as visiting the online store. Further, if you purchase SOLIDWORKS online you are connected with a Reseller Partner to support you during your product journey.

Now let’s get into the logistics of how these two options work.

How do I buy SOLIDWORKS?

SOLIDWORKS can be purchased in two ways:

What are the differences? Let’s start with buying SOLIDWORKS through a Reseller Partner.

Buying from a Reseller Partner connects you with a solutions expert who will guide you through the buying and onboarding processes.

  • Do you need help finding the right solution? A Reseller Partner will provide advice tailored to your business.
  • Do you need to purchase four or more SOLIDWORKS licenses? A Reseller Partner will assist you in bulk purchases.
  • Do you already own SOLIDWORKS licenses? Contact your existing Reseller Partner to add or upgrade your software package.
  • Do you need to go beyond design? Reseller Partners are your go-to source for purchasing SOLIDWORKS product development software, like PDM,  Simulation, and Manufacturing solutions in the 3DEXPERIENCE Works portfolio.

Helping you succeed is the number-one priority for Reseller Partners. They provide dedicated training and support with in-depth knowledge of local markets and regulations. Reseller Partners invest time during the sales and onboarding processes to understand your business. If you have a problem or need support, Reseller Partners are ready to answer your questions. They aim to set you up for long-term product development success with SOLIDWORKS. Visit the dedicated Reseller Partner page to learn more about the value of purchasing through a Reseller Partner.

Now, let’s cover buying SOLIDWORKS solutions online.

You can purchase SOLIDWORKS design solutions online, including:

  • SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services
  • 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS
  • Browser-based design with SOLIDWORKS Cloud Offer

The How to Buy page outlines the differences between these design solutions. The biggest differentiators are licensing preferences and whether you want locally installed or browser-based solutions. Training and support are included with all online purchases. In addition, you will be connected with a Reseller Partner upon purchase.

Now for the question you’ve all been waiting for…how much does SOLIDWORKS cost?

To answer that question, you should visit the How to Buy SOLIDWORKS Solutions page. This is the hub for our solutions that are available to buy online and take you to the Plans and Pricings pages where you can find list prices for:

These pages are the most up-to-date with current prices and prices reflected in your local currency.

But wait, there’s more. SOLIDWORKS has dedicated solutions for academia, students, researchers, makers and hobbyists, and entrepreneurs and startups. Visit the How to Buy page or follow the links below to learn about these additional programs.

Our aim with online purchasing is giving you more options to get a SOLIDWORKS license. If you’re ready to buy online, want to explore solutions with an expert Reseller Partner, or need information on current pricing, the How to Buy SOLIDWORKS Solutions page.

Manish Kumar

Manish Kumar

From day dreaming designs at IIT, Delhi lecture halls to building his own furniture, this avid woodwork artist knows design like the back of his hand. In his more than two decades at SOLIDWORKS, Manish has led early development of translators, surfacing, modelling, sketcher, assembly, weldments, sheet metal, drawings, and more. In his current role as CEO, Manish spearheads the synergy between R&D and the brand’s vibrant community of users and helps in accelerating the adoption of the expanding SOLIDWORKS portfolio. As the Vice President of SOLIDWORKS R&D, he has played a key role in the development of SOLIDWORKS product and technology strategies.