Choose the best simulation software for 2026: Simcenter
Looking for the best simulation software? Your peers turn to G2 for trusted insights on Simcenter. Choosing the right engineering simulation software is not easy. Many users search for the best CFD tool, the best system simulation software, or the best CAE platform to accelerate product development. According to the latest G2 Grid®, Simcenter solutions rank as category leaders, with high user satisfaction and strong product capabilities.
Discover what Simcenter’s users say about our flagship products: Simcenter STAR-CCM+, Simcenter Amesim, Simcenter 3D, and Simcenter HEEDS. With a collective total of 554 reviews, Simcenter’s software is making a substantial impact in the engineering community.
Note: All Simcenter products are not yet represented on the G2 platform, only a selection
Why do users love Simcenter simulation software?
Simcenter STAR-CCM+
Simcenter STAR-CCM+ improves product performance with Multiphysics computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software for real-world conditions. With 167 peer reviews and an average rating of 4.5 stars, Simcenter STAR-CCM+ is widely recognized by engineers for its accuracy, robustness, and multiphysics capabilities.
Simcenter 3D
Simcenter 3D addresses complex engineering challenges by enhancing simulation efficiency and accuracy. Simcenter 3D is one of the most comprehensive, fully integrated CAE solutions. It is used for structural, dynamics, durability, electromagnetics, motion, acoustics, and additive manufacturing process simulation. With 182 peer reviews and a 4.3-star rating, Simcenter 3D is valued by users for its comprehensive, fully integrated CAE environment, which supports a wide range of simulation disciplines.
Simcenter HEEDS
Simcenter HEEDS is a multi-disciplinary design analysis and optimization (MDAO) software solution that automates workflows and performs design space exploration and optimization to accelerate product development and reduce overall cost. With 74 peer reviews and a 4.4-star rating, Simcenter HEEDS is recognized for helping engineering teams accelerate design exploration and optimization through automation.
Simcenter Amesim
Simcenter Amesim is a mechatronic systems simulation platform that enables design engineers to virtually assess and optimize the performance of their systems. With 115 peer reviews and a 4.4-star rating, Simcenter Amesim is trusted by engineers to virtually assess and optimize the performance of mechatronic systems early in the design process.
Comprehensive
You get end-to-end multiphysics coverage across concept, design, test, and operations. Utilize Simcenter simulation software early to select the optimal architectures, optimize systems during design, and integrate with physical testing to expedite final verification. Close the loop between virtual and physical to turn operational data into new insight.
Intelligent
Combine physics-based simulation with engineering data science and AI to accelerate innovation. Simulation provides rich, reliable data that enables AI to enhance productivity, powering generative design, speeding up solvers, and improving the interpretation of results. Emerging agentic AI will even automate complex engineering workflows from end to end.
Adaptive
Collaborate across teams with integrated Simcenter simulation and test, complete visibility, and traceability, so speed never turns into chaos. Scale modeling and compute dynamically with flexible licensing and HPC, while staying open to the tools you rely on. Our evolving portfolio brings the latest technologies, helping you predict behavior, improve accuracy, and make confident early‑stage decisions.
Who is G2 and why are peer reviews critical?
G2 is one of the largest and most trusted software review sites. Many of you rely on G2 to help make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews.
Peer reviews are an excellent way for prospective and existing users to compare products and develop a better understanding of how those products will fit within their own ecosystems. This is made possible by real people, real discussions, and real reviews.
How are Simcenter products doing on G2?
With a collective total of 554 reviews across all Simcenter products, Siemens solutions are well-regarded in the engineering community. Each product has its own strengths and unique contributions, reflected in the ratings and feedback from users.
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Simcenter X Advanced: multi-domain engineering simulation at your fingertips
Simcenter X Advanced introduces a flexible Software as a Service (SaaS) solution designed for multi-domain engineering simulation. With one unified license, you can continue leveraging Simcenter STAR-CCM+, Simcenter 3D, Simcenter Amesim and Simcenter HEEDS, while unlocking powerful new capabilities:
- Foster seamless multidiscipline simulation across CFD, Mechanical, Systems, MDAO
- Leverage named-user access for unlimited pre/post-processing sessions, and token flexibility for solvers and advanced capabilities
- Create reliable results by leveraging flagship Simcenter products
- Collaborate across teams with built-in data-management
- Make smarter engineering decisions faster with integrated AI technology
- Minimize IT burdens through centrally managed cloud-entitlement
- Tackle peak loads with cloud-based HPC on demand for CFD
Simplify access, boost productivity, and transform your engineering simulation workflows, all within the Siemens Xcelerator ecosystem. Click here to know more
