Which CAD Package to Use

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I prefer SolidWorks, though they both have their quirks. Our kids seem to get it faster, and it's much more popular in academia and industry. Autodesk does seem to be at least more public with its support though, including making specific videos. But the SolidWorks tutorials have done us just fine, and you'd likely be able to find someone local to give a few tips even if you don't have CAD mentors. You'll get plenty of help from fellow teams here as well. (Hi!)

Basically, I'd go SolidWorks if you don't have an institutional advantage towards Inventor ...which it sounds like you do not, but do check with any machining sponsors. Either way though, be careful--learning a CAD package during build season is quite stressful, regardless of which you pick (or even how many you'd know beforehand!) Good luck, and you know where to find us.

Originally Posted by akoscielski3

But seriously i would go with Solidworks also. I have used all three, Solidworks is the easiest to learn and the most User Friendly. all you need to do is Fill this out and get it in the Mail!

Meaning fill out the form online and receive the SolidWorks discs in the mail. (don't put the form in the mail )