NX 2026: Benefits, Features & Pricing

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Overview

4.4

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Pricing

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About NX

NX software is an integrated solution for design, simulation, and manufacturing. It is used by businesses across industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and heavy equipment manufacturing. The software combines CAD and CAM tools to support product development processes.

NX includes workflow-specific tools for mechanical design, electrical design, and automation. It offers integrated simulation capabilities to help engineers reduce rework and prototypes during product development. The system allows programming of CNC machines, controlling robots, driving 3D printers, and monitoring part quality within a single platform.

The software features a customizable interface designed to adapt to user needs. It supports collaboration among teams throughout the product lifecycle while maintaining precision and quality.

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NX Features

Popular features found in 3D CAD
2D Drawing
Animation
Bill of Materials Management
Data Import/Export
For 3D Printing
For Architects
For Manufacturers
More features of NX
3D Design & Modeling
Annotations
Bills of Material
CAD Tools
Component Library
Design Analysis
Design Management
Document Management
Electrical
Manufacturing Design Data
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Modeling & Simulation
Multiple Format Support
Projections
Reference Management
Reporting/Analytics
Sketching and Annotation Tools

NX User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.4

Ratings Breakdown

59%

32%

Secondary Ratings

Ease of Use

4.2

Value for money

3.8

Customer support

3.7

Functionality

4.3

Lívio Bernard V.

Verified reviewer

Civil Engineering

501-1000 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed May 2022

The 3D modelling system

If you need to build 3D models this is the right software.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

My company bought Siemens NX to make 3D objects, especially those related to construction that can be integrated with other software we use to design projects in civil engineering. You will get a nice view of the surface and modeling design.

Cons:

I have not developed a good talking with the customer service and this is what we expect when we pay so much for this software.

Steven R.

Verified reviewer

Automotive

1001-5000 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed January 2025

Review - Siemens NX

I work with siemens NX during 1 year for a specific project and it was a really cool experience to discover this software.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Functionality

Pros:

I think the best things available in Siemens NX is the tree structures. It is directly comprehensible. After I really like the interface and the simplicity to use for all the different application like the sheet metal interface. Last thing, I really like is the compatibility to read a lot of file's format.

Cons:

The speed of the application is realy slow when you have big products, for example just select a part can take 5min compare to 1s on Catia with the same computer.

Reasons for switching to NX

It's due to a Project software Choice, so I've no choice.

Kelsea B.

Verified reviewer

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

201-500 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed December 2024

Not user friendly, but gets the job done.

The learning curve is a long and tedious process with lots of work arounds.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

Has most design and drafting capabilities necessary for everyday engineering functions.

Cons:

Lacks the simplicity and user driven capabilities of other software packages on the market.

Verified

Reviewer

Semiconductors

10000+ employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed August 2024

NX Review for Design

For me NX is very user friendly CAD software for new user who are in primary leraning phase. NX gives step by step procedures when we are struggling to draw a part. along with this NX also shows the existing errors by each step of our designing. NX gives me clearity about how to draw and make complex desgin step by step. NX will give both offline and online support to user and this is very helpful for me.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

) NX's synchronous technology allows users to work with both parametric and direct modeling techniques. This flexibility enables quick design iterations and easy modification of imported geometry from other CAD systems, enhancing productivity and collaboration. 2) NX supports extensive automation features such as customizable templates, feature-based modeling, and automated toolpath generation. These capabilities help streamline repetitive tasks and reduce manual intervention, leading to faster and more efficient workflows. 3) Siemens NX provides a fully integrated suite encompassing CAD, CAE, and CAM capabilities within a single platform. This integration allows seamless transition between design, analysis, and manufacturing processes, reducing the need for multiple software packages and ensuring data consistency. 4) NX integrates seamlessly with Siemens’ Teamcenter PLM software, facilitating robust data management, collaboration, and lifecycle management. This integration enhances traceability, reduces errors, and improves overall project coordination.

Cons:

1) It take time for NX to convert files from neutral file format. 2) Strong PLM integration with Teamcenter, but less seamless with Dassault products. 3) NX have lots of commands to exicute an same operation in different way so in some cases it is confusing. 4) Strong, but slightly less advanced than CATIA in surfacing.

Sebastien R.

Verified reviewer

Automotive

201-500 employees

Used weekly for more than 2 years

Review source

Reviewed May 2025

Siemens NX - Review

I use siemens NX since 4 years and it's really help me to access to a lot of function that I cannot have access on CATIA due to licensing process

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

I like a lot the UI of Siemens NX, It's a much more user friendly than other CAD software. The main feature that I use a lot is the sheet metal application, it's super fast to use !

Cons:

The speed of the software when we have CATIA open on the same type of file Siemens NX is much more slower. The software need more optimization.

Dan E.

Verified reviewer

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

501-1000 employees

Used daily for less than 6 months

Review source

Reviewed July 2024

Please improve usability, display full menus, fix glitches in display, graphics, and selection

NX2206 with Teamcenter really is the worst package I have had to pick up in my 30+ years of 3D-CAD modelers

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

I can get it to work for my designs usually

Cons:

NX2206 is very un-intuitive, extra steps required for simple feature creation and component mapping. Very poor re-usability of data, can't easily copy parts, at least to complicated to make useful without some deep dive into wavelinks, etc. Should be more productive, logical, select any object for curve creation in sketch.

Reasons for switching to NX

New employer had chosen this software package. Your review form even has un-usability issues. When entering the products I've switched from it doesn't take my entry. Just make me fit through your eye-of the needle thinking. I have used all these packages with less difficulty than Siemens NX Version 2206 with Teamcenter integration: Solidworks; Inventor; Creo; WIldfire; Pro/Engineer; AutoCAD; SDRC-Ideas; Delcam-Powershape & Crispin(pre-Autodesk); ICEM-DDN

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Isaac Á.

Verified reviewer

Computer Software

201-500 employees

Used weekly for less than 6 months

Review source

Reviewed April 2023

Siemens NX: A perfect design and simulation tool for engineering

My overall experience with Siemens NX was productive and efficient, because this system, thanks to the multiple functions it offers, allowed me to do my work much more effectively and efficiently. Well, the function that served me the most was to generate the steps for the mass production of whatever I needed.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

After half a year of using Siemens NX, I have been amazed by its powerful 3D design and simulation capabilities thanks to its intuitive and easy-to-use interface. Another key point to highlight is that since I am an intern in the computer science degree, I needed to integrate it with other systems and I did it without much difficulty, obtaining incredible results. In addition, it has an extensive library of standard materials and parts, customization and automation, updates and continuous support.

Cons:

Although Siemens NX seemed like a powerful and versatile tool to me, I must admit that it has some possible negative points that could be improved, for example: for certain small companies that are just starting to operate and require this system, it may be useful for them. high cost of acquisition and maintenance and that you can also find possible compatibility problems with other software and systems, and possible hardware and system resource needs to function efficiently.

Reasons for choosing NX

My first option to work with design and simulation was Siemens NX because it was a recommendation from a colleague and friend who already had knowledge of this system for more than two years.

Hallvard Enger B.

Verified reviewer

Computer Software

501-1000 employees

Used weekly for less than 12 months

Review source

Reviewed February 2023

Can it do everything?

The answer to the title is: seemingly yes. I have yet to encounter myself or hear from my professors what, in the domain of 3D modeling and simulation, this software is unable to do.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Functionality

Pros:

It is a fun tool to master, and it seems the future with 3D printers makes it privately interesting to know how to do as one could be able to print their own components for varying uses.

Cons:

It takes time to learn. One at least needs a mouse and some patience, and should learn the software as every other complex system, part by part. Be prepared for some trouble, however, as the tutorials quickly gets outdated as features are moved and renamed from time to time.

Souleymane D.

Verified reviewer

Mining & Metals

5001-10000 employees

Used weekly for less than 6 months

Review source

Reviewed August 2023

The computer-aided design software with a wide range of features.

Siemens NX is a powerful and comprehensive software that is compatible with various software and file formats. It is widely used in the manufacturing industry.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

The feature I love is the simulation and analysis of products: You can perform virtual tests to evaluate the strength, durability, and performance of products before their physical manufacturing, which can reduce costs and development time.

Cons:

What I don't like is the collaboration aspect; the features it offers are a bit limited. I feel that they could do better, but overall it's still a good software.

Cesar Josue A.

Verified reviewer

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

201-500 employees

Used monthly for less than 6 months

Review source

Reviewed April 2023

Siemens NX: Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing at the Peak of Engineering

Siemens NX is a powerful and versatile CAD/CAM software that offers a wide range of capabilities for product design and manufacturing. It features advanced 3D modeling, simulation and analysis functions, design-to-manufacturing integration, and an extensive library of materials and components.

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of use

Value for money

Customer support

Functionality

Pros:

Siemens NX provides a wide range of 3D modeling tools, including solids, surfaces, and sheet metal, enabling designers to easily create complex and detailed models. The software has advanced simulation and analysis capabilities that allow engineers to assess product performance in real-world situations, identify areas for improvement, and optimize designs prior to manufacturing. Siemens NX offers seamless integration between design and manufacturing, allowing for CNC programs to be generated directly from 3D models, resulting in reduced time and errors in the manufacturing process.

Cons:

Siemens NX is a high-end software and its licensing cost can be expensive, which may pose a limitation for small and medium-sized enterprises or independent designers with limited budgets. The software has significant hardware requirements in terms of processing power and memory capacity, which may require additional investment in computer equipment for optimal performance.

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