SolidCam is just as pricey as MasterCam, but its not worth skimping on technology that is driving the cnc-machines. I have found that no functionality will be 'missed out' by going with SolidCam over MasterCam. Working with solid-models directly in Solidworks is the way to go, while Mastercam does offer a SolidWorks addin option - it won't be as functional as Mastercam on its own. Mastercam has always been a premium CAM product, but times are changing and Mastercam is not keeping up. My research has lead me to choose SolidCam:ġ) Have used CamWorks (way too many hours) - not a user friendly product. If you already have SolidWorks, then you are on the right track of getting a CAM system that is an addin to SolidWorks - allowing you to work directly on the CAD model without export/import/file tracking issues. Have SolidWorks, about to purchase SolidCam. New: VisualMILL for SolidWorks - Affordable Integrated CAM Software for SolidWorks!.Webinar: New VisualMILL for SolidWorks Integrated CAM Solution for SolidWorks.Just IN- CAD/CAM SLAM!: CAM for SolidWorks - CAMWorks for SolidWorks.So it's nice to have a variety of toolpath options, but no 4/5 axis or other machine types are needed. We do 3D machining with a 3 axis Milltronics mill, of prototypes and injection molds. Can someone give an idea of what features I'd miss out on? I know that to get a new copy of MC is pricey, but you get more features than the others I mentioned. I am pretty proficient with our old version of Mastercam, but it has issues and we need to upgrade. I've searched previous posts, but I don't see much comparing Bobcam to Camworks, Solidcam, and HSMworks, which seem to be the leading Solidworks-integrated alternatives to Mastercam. I'm getting the sales calls from Bobcam, and their package is on sale this week.

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