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# SolidCAM

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> SolidCAM is CAM software for CNC programming across various machining types, including milling, turning, Mill-Turn, and Swiss operations. It integrates with SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventor, and Solid Edge. Features include patented iMachining for toolpath optimization, automatic feature recognition with templates, and certified post-processors generating customized G-code for specific machines.
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> Verdict: Rated **4.3/5** by 18 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Key benefits of SolidCAM

Delivers flexible solutions for milling, turning, Mill-Turn, and Swiss machining, supporting a wide range of CNC operations
Integrates seamlessly with major CAD platforms, including SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventor, and Solid Edge
Features patented iMachining technology designed to reduce cycle times and extend tool life
Offers automatic feature recognition and pre-defined templates for faster CNC programming
Provides certified post-processors for customized G-Code generation tailored to specific machining requirements

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.3/5** | 18 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: SolidCAM

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per Feature
- **Pricing Details**: Contact SolidCAM for pricing details.
- **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop)
- **Supported Languages**: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Algeria, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad and 72 more

## Features

- 2D and 3D Machining
- AI/Machine Learning
- Additive Manufacturing
- Batch Processing
- CAD Integration
- Collaboration Tools
- Configurable Workflow
- Customizable User Interface
- Data Import/Export
- Data Management Software
- Data Verification
- Document Management Software
- For Aerospace Industry
- For Automotive Industry
- G-Code Output
- Inventory Management Software
- Job Card
- MES
- Machine Simulation
- Maintenance Management Software

## Integrations (7 total)

- Designcenter Solid Edge
- Inven
- Inventor
- Solid
- Solid
- Solid Edge
- WORKS

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base Software

## Category

- [Manufacturing Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/666/manufacturing-engineering/software)

## Related Categories

- [Manufacturing Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/666/manufacturing-engineering/software)
- [Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/4926/computeraided-manufacturing-cam/software)

## Reviews

### "Full of functions in machining" — 5.0/5

> **Chamod** | *October 20, 2019* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: The machining functionalities  are at the more higher level. Anyone can learn quickly how to use the software because of the easiness of the controls.
> 
> **Cons**: The required ram of the computer somewhat higher than normal condition, because of the software is very heavy one. Otherwise it is slowdown the software.
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> Awesome software for machining. Also can able to get details and support from the Solidworks.

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### "Perfect software for inventory management and designs." — 5.0/5

> **Adedayo** | *April 15, 2023* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
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> **Pros**: I like the feature of the inventory management than any feature else on solidcam.
> 
> **Cons**: Right now there is nothing missing with solidcam as far as I have being using it, it's working perfectly.
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> I really enjoy using solidcam for my inventory management.

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### "Solidcam Review" — 3.0/5

> **Donald** | *February 20, 2019* | Oil & Energy | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10
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> **Pros**: easy of use is the the biggest pro. i already knew solidworks so learing solidcam cam pretty easy.
> 
> **Cons**: post processor issues could be better. 2018 is one of there worst years yet for support and software crashes.
> 
> not bad, i still have issues form day to day but that could be a combination between the software and my ignorance.

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### "Best in class Solution for CAM integrated inside CAD software" — 4.0/5

> **naveen** | *October 17, 2020* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
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> **Pros**: 1) Seamless Integration inside CAD environment
2)  Very short learning curve due to interface integrated to design softwares
3) Visual representation of complete tools and fixtures and simulation of tool path
4) Scalable solutions as customer requirements grow
5) Finally all these features and capabilities at a competitive pricing 
6) Change in tool path as and when Model design is changes inside cad
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> **Cons**: There are not much disadvantages which can be pointed at considering all those unique features and technology built into it
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> With Tight integration to CAD software's the  design-to-production life cycle is easy and fast and complex 4-5 axis projects can be easily handled. The tool life is extended considerable through i Machining  Technology

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### "Probably the right tool for some businesses" — 5.0/5

> **Eric** | *June 6, 2022* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: This software was provided on a trial for us to use with a CNC machine and we have since extended it because the price was right. However, we don't get much use out of it and probably could just use an extension of our current software.
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> **Cons**: For what it does the software is pretty good and manageable.

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