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What it is
CATIA is a paid design and engineering tool with parametric modeling, assembly design, sheet-metal tools, and surface modeling. Its platform depends on the product: browser applications run on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, while CATIA V5 sheet-metal software is available for Windows. Cloud collaboration is supported through the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. File compatibility also varies by CATIA product. STEP import and export are listed, while DXF, STL, VRML, and IGES are supported by other CATIA V5 products. These distinctions matter when choosing a version for a particular modeling workflow or file exchange need. CATIA is listed for web and Windows, but those options refer to the specific products described rather than a single uniform deployment. Pricing is available on request. Users considering CATIA can match the required modeling capabilities, platform, collaboration setup, and file formats to the product before requesting a price.
For and against
For
- Parametric modeling is listed.
- Supports assembly design, sheet-metal tools, and surface modeling.
- Cloud collaboration is supported.
- STEP import and export are listed.
Against
- Pricing is available on request.
- Platform availability depends on the CATIA product.
- DXF, STL, VRML, and IGES support varies by product.
The verdict
CATIA offers several modeling capabilities and cloud collaboration, but platform and file support depend on the specific product. Confirm that product's formats and pricing before choosing it.
Who it suits
CATIA suits design and engineering users who need parametric modeling for assemblies, sheet metal, or surfaces. Teams seeking browser-based collaboration can consider its 3DEXPERIENCE platform applications.
Plans and prices
CATIA for Architecture, Engineering & Construction — Yearly Subscription
Single-user subscription · Excluding local VAT · 15 Day Money Back Policy
Read 10 Oct 2026 · 3ds.com
On the record
- AEC features
- CATIA for AEC supports building models from LOD100 to LOD500 and uses visual scripting to automate tasks and optimize geometry.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Assembly design
- Yes3ds.com · read 23 Sep 2026
- Availability
- The CATIA for AEC online offer states a service availability SLA of 99.5%.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Cloud collaboration
- Yes3ds.com · read 23 Sep 2026
- Cloud use
- The cloud edition is a SaaS solution for designers and engineers, accessible through an internet connection and web browser.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Collaboration
- The cloud edition supports real-time concurrent design and collaboration through 3D dashboards and a shared source of truth.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Design and simulation
- CATIA combines 3D modeling with simulation for product and systems design.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Design disciplines
- The cloud platform includes applications for design and styling, engineering, systems engineering, and construction.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- File import and export
- STEP import and export; DXF, STL, VRML and IGES are listed as supported by other CATIA V5 products.3ds.com · read 23 Sep 2026
- Integrations and formats
- CATIA for AEC can import DWG, DXF, Revit, Rhino, IGES, STEP, ACIS/SAT, FBX, Collada, OBJ, Microstation, and IFC files.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Maker headquarters
- Dassault Systèmes identifies its Paris Campus in Vélizy-Villacoublay as its global headquarters.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Modeling method
- parametric3ds.com · read 23 Sep 2026
- Offline mode
- CATIA for AEC offline mode allows users to retrieve, open, and edit offline content while maintaining data integrity with the team.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The maker states that its 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform is ISO 27701 certified for privacy information management.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Product development
- CATIA integrates modeling, simulation, verification, and business process support for developing cyber-physical products.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- CATIA supports imagining, designing, and simulating new products and systems.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Security
- Dassault Systèmes says it uses encryption, network monitoring, access controls, and threat detection, and follows security frameworks including ISO 27001.3ds.com · read 10 Oct 2026
- Sheet-metal tools
- Yes3ds.com · read 23 Sep 2026
