SOLIDWORKS Shopping Guides
Want to know more about how to buy SOLIDWORKS? Select a question below to hear from our experts, or talk to us now using our live chat.
When will my SOLIDWORKS licence term start?
Your new license will start within 1 working day of completing your purchase online. Your order confirmation will notify our team of your order. We will then carry out some basic checks to ensure legitimacy of the transaction, before generating your new license key. This can take up to 1 working day.
The Things SOLIDWORKS Resellers Aren't Telling You
The biggest misconception about buying SOLIDWORKS is that it is a 'one size fits all' type of product. Some resellers will tell you that you don't need proper training - Youtube is full of good videos - or that support packages should be just about upgrades and not helpdesks.
At Solid People we disagree, we know SOLIDWORKS succeeds when it is tailored to a customer's specific needs. Which is why we have built a custom solution to make it simple for people to purchase 3 and 12 month rental versions of SOLIDWORKS in its 3 main configurations - Standard, Professional and Premium.
We caution anyone who needs to do more than just buy a short term license that a broader conversation needs to be had. Any serious business recognises that when it comes to a design and engineering critical solution like SOLIDWORKS, it isn't about how much you pay for it, it's about how much you can use it.
What to look out for when SOLIDWORKS shopping?
For the past few decades buying SOLIDWORKS has been done through what is described as a 'consultative sale'. When a product expert engages with a customer to understand the specific requirements and expectations and then matches the right version of SolidWorks, wrapped in the necessary training and support service.
Other SOLIDWORKS partners in the TriMech Group can provide this broader service. But when SOLIDWORKS introduced a rental model, sometimes called Term Licensing, we realised we could offer a simpler purchase path for customers who know exactly what they need.
To know if this is the right way that you should be buying SOLIDWORKS you need to ask yourself a few basic questions - explore the topics on this page to learn more.
Do I want to rent SOLIDWORKS as a term license (QLC or YLC) or purchase a perpetual license (PLC)?
The answer depends on how you want to spend your money. Rental can be cost effective but if you plan to use SOLIDWORKS for a longer period of time the costs might not add up. If you are not sure, contact us and we can discuss the numbers.
How do I make sure I am getting a legitimate SOLIDWORKS license?
The Dassault Systèmes reseller network consists of certified and authorised vendors. Not just anyone can sell the product. Be sure anyone you buy from has a contract with Dassault otherwise you could find yourself purchasing an illegal copy.
How can I pay monthly for SOLIDWORKS?
If you are wanting to spread the cost of your SOLIDWORKS license, simply view our SOLIDWORKS pricing online, select the license you require and the length of rental - either 3 months or 12 months, and click buy now.
Our monthly payment options require an initial payment to be made, followed by equal monthly payments. All costs will be shown during checkout, so you know exactly what to expect. Payments will be taken from the card you enter at checkout.
What if I have more questions or need help at checkout?
If you need any assistance during the checkout process then we are here to help. The easiest way to get in touch is using our chat function at the bottom of the page.
One of our team will either answer your question directly or can arrange an alternative contact method if you prefer.
How do I know if Solid People is the right partner to buy from?
We won't be beaten on price, but we are also realistic and admit that price isn't the only thing you should be thinking about. In the world of SOLIDWORKS you get what you pay for. We want everyone who buys from us to be happy and to come back to us time and time again to renew their rental license.
However if you think you may need specialist technical support, additional training or other software capabilities available in the broader SOLIDWORKS portfolio then buying from Solid People might not be the right fit for you. Our partners within the TriMech Group can provide a comprehensive service for you.