--- description: Review of Onshape Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Onshape | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Concrete Cost Estimating Software](/directory/53/concrete-masonry-software/software) > [Onshape](/software/73467/onshape) # Onshape Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/73467/onshape Page: 1 / 16\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/73467/onshape?page=2) > Onshape by PTC is the leading cloud-native CAD \& PDM platform that runs on any device, anywhere-requiring zero IT. Onshape is for product design companies who are fed up with the errors, time waste, and hidden costs of outdated file-based CAD \& PDM. Only Onshape: - Eliminates CAD crashes and never loses data - Enables secure, real-time collaboration - Tracks all activity and provides infinite restore - Has built-in PDM with branching and merging Users can see who have made changes to the design or content with the control and monitor access feature. With the latest version of Onshape, you won’t face any configuration, operation, or compatibility problems. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 357 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 357 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: PTC - **Location**: Needham, US - **Founded**: 1985 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$1,500.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Onshape's Standard plan for individuals is $1,500 per user, per year. Onshape's Professional plan for design teams is $2,100 per user, per year. Free versions (not for commercial use) are available for students, educators, and open source \& public design projects. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese - **Available Countries**: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR China, Ireland and 20 more ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Imaging - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Activity Dashboard - Animation - Annotations - Bill of Materials Management - Bills of Material - CAD Tools - Change Management - Collaboration Tools - Component Library - Configurable Workflow - Configuration Management - Content Library - Customisable Branding - Customisable Templates - Data Import/Export ## Integrations (11 total) - Cadasio - Capital X Panel Designer - Duro - ESPRIT - KeyShot - Mastercam - OnScale Solve - OpenBOM - SimScale - SimSolid - SprutCAM ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Chat ## Category - [Concrete Cost Estimating Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/53/concrete-masonry-software/software) ## Related Categories - [Concrete Cost Estimating Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/53/concrete-masonry-software/software) - [Construction Management Apps Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/1722/best-apps/software) - [Solar Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/3865/solar/software) - [Manufacturing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4704/manufacturing/software) - [Construction Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4133/construction/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Being 20+ year SolidWorks user, I did pay much attention to it. After getting a chance to interview for a position at a company that was using it, I quickly went through the on-line tutorials in case I had to hit the ground running. I ended up get the position and was able to create over 1850 assemblies, parts, and drawings within a year. I've since created sheet metal parts, machined parts, injection/rotational molds, and 3D printer proto-types. I've created building and site layouts as well. ----- ### "Revolutionary CAD" — 5.0/5 > **Victor** | *20 July 2026* | Facilities Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's cloud native, the pdm is native, I don't have to rebuild parts and assemblies all the time. I also can use git like versioning schemes, which is an industry first. > > **Cons**: I guess what it's also it's main strength: being completely run on the cloud, which requires an active internet connection. > > Overall we're very happy with, being able to finally implement a pdm tool and increase the collaboration between team members. ----- ### "Works well, wish they hadn't done a bate-n-switch on small users" — 5.0/5 > **Zachary** | *18 October 2019* | Food Production | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Really, REALLY slick web interface and mobile app. Designing parts and mechanisms from any computer, just wow\! Quickly sharing, very good version tracking - it's the real deal. > > **Cons**: They started out positioned very nicely for small-time users, 10 private documents, but switched to "public only" free documents at the same time as they aggressively pushed for subscriptions. > > It's still super impressive to me to pull up a model on mobile and show friends/customers how it looks, parts that move. The platform is great, just wish it was a little more generous like at the start. ----- ### "Great for collaboration and easy document management" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *21 July 2026* | Renewables & Environment | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Document management is convenient in that if you move files around, it does not break assemblies. Revision history is very helpful and being able to revert to an older version or branch from a version is so useful. I love being able to collaborate with others in my organization within a document. I think I also prefer Onshape's mate connector system over the mating features in other CAD software I have used. Onshape support has been efficient and helpful in my experience whenever I have had any issues or questions. > > **Cons**: No feature to be able to bulk export files to have a non-cloud-based backup of files. Performance can be sluggish on occasion. I have not tried using the AI integration much, but when I have, it has not been particularly helpful. > > Since switching to Onshape over a year ago, it has quickly become my go to CAD platform thanks to its clean UI, easy document management, and great training resources and support. I have been very impressed with Onshape's performance, particularly as it is a cloud-based software. I also love that there is a free standard version that I can use for personal projects outside of work. ----- ### "Senior Industrial Designer / Owner" — 5.0/5 > **Ben** | *6 August 2026* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I value Onshape for its file management, allowing me to create and iterate quickly through versions without the hassle of saving work or losing track of progress. It also helps with live progress updates. The versions, versioning, and branching features stand out to me the most, as they support my rapid design iteration. Not having to save files and dealing with software that doesn't crash are significant advantages. The flexibility and collaboration capabilities are also key reasons why I switched to Onshape. The initial setup was very easy for the most part, even though there was a bit of a learning curve. Overall, it has been a good experience. > > **Cons**: Mating and context editing can be frustrating because parts move around unexpectedly, and I have to constantly update the context in the assembly. The mental model around context editing could benefit from tips and tricks pop-ups or other UI cues to help prevent unwanted parts and therefore reference movements. Versioning and branching can be confusing; the mental model, UI/UX, and training around versioning could be improved. Importing multibody parts or assemblies requires extra steps to prevent them from freely moving. I wish there was a way to easily make all parts rigid when importing. I have tried the "composite body" option, but it doesn't work well. Edge selection is also challenging sometimes as it prioritizes face selection rather than edge selection, making me zoom in and orient parts several times to select the edge. I'm not sure if this is a graphics issue with my display or an Onshape problem. Selecting other sketches while working in a new sketch is cumbersome; I have to exit the command (line circle etc.) to then go back and force the coincident reference a master sketch point, which feels like an extra unnecessary step. Rebuild times could improve. > > Overall this software is a no brainer, it allows for iterative product development across teams, allowing easy and effective collaboration. Onshape continues to update and improve week to week so any issue experienced can be fixed by the Onshape team on the fly. The Onshape team listens and responds well. I chose Onshape because its a software that continues to improve and reacts to users needs. ----- Page: 1 / 16\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/73467/onshape?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/73467/onshape) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data