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What's new in SOLIDWORKS 2026?

Watch LIVE on Thursday 23 October 2025

Get in on the Action with SOLIDWORKS 2026

Every new release of SOLIDWORKS implements hundreds of enhancements that have been requested by the global community of designers and engineers.

This year, you can keep your engineering workflows running smoothly with SOLIDWORKS 2026 and have your questions answered by Elite SOLIDWORKS Engineers.

Join us for an afternoon of updates in our live deep dive webinar where our product experts will demonstrate the latest enhancements and open the floor to your questions.

Keep an eye on this page after the webinar to see all the latest features coming to SOLIDWORKS 2026 in one place.

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Subcribers can access additional software to enhance visualisation, data management, and manufacturing capabilities, including exclusive Solid Solutions productivity tools.

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Learn new skills from masterclass webinars, our skilled Onboarding team, and in-person events, while accessing exclusive resources and training course recap material.

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Gain access to the most qualified SOLIDWORKS support team in the world via phone, email, and our online portal to avoid delays and get reliable solutions quickly.

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Choose the enhanced subscription package to access discounts to services including classroom training, consultancy, development sessions, recruitment, and 3D printing services.

Your SOLIDWORKS subscription entitles you to so much more than simply annual software updates! Discover all the benefits of your SOLIDWORKS subscription and claim exclusive discounts.

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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the SOLIDWORKS 2026 release date?
We expect SOLIDWORKS 2026 SP0 to be released in November 2025.

The Pre-Release version is currently available for download by subscription customers, although please note that it should not be used for commercial work.
How much will SOLIDWORKS 2026 cost?
There are a range of solutions and licensing options available, so the price for SOLIDWORKS varies depending on what your requirements are. If you are an existing customer, please get in touch with your account manager to discuss your options.

Get a quote for SOLIDWORKS 2026 in minutes via the form opposite!
Where can I download SOLIDWORKS 2026?
You can find the latest SOLIDWORKS downloads from within SOLIDWORKS by opening the Help menu and choosing "Check for Updates”.

Alternatively you can access our SOLIDWORKS Download page here. This will require you to log into your MySolidSolutions Account.
Can I get a summary of just the new features that are relevant to my team?
Yes! Our CAD Management Services includes team development that is designed to upskill your team ensuring they have the knowledge and skills required to stay at their best.

Here we offer a What’s New presentation with a certified Applications Engineer who will deliver bespoke content relevant to your industry.
What are the main technical considerations when updating to a new version?
  • Hardware – Check your computer meets the system requirements.
  • Standardisation – Ensure the whole company is installing the same version and all customised materials are in unique file structure outside the default SOLIDWORKS installation locations.
  • Download – Have the download/source files downloaded before starting, this will minimise down time. You can perform a full download so the media can be shared regardless of package and add-ins.
  • Standalone – If moving machine, ensure you deactivate the licenses before installing on a new system.
  • SolidNetwork License Manager – Both the individual machine and the license manager on the server need upgrading. Upgrade server first to minimise downtime.
  • SOLIDWORKS PDM – If SOLIDWORKS PDM is being used this needs to be upgraded first. We recommend contacting our support team for assistance.
  • Graphics Driver – Once installed, it is important to match your graphics driver to the new version of the software for better performance. Check graphics card driver.
  • Ask – If you are not sure about any part of the process, please Contact Us and we can assist.
Where can I learn more about the 3DEXPERIENCE portfolio?
Head over to trimech.com to learn more about the 3DEXPERIENCE Works portfolio.
Can I learn more about this year's model?
Check out the video below to learn how Proteus Motion utilised SOLIDWORKS to design an industry leading sports sicence machine.

Discover the advantages they found from working with SOLIDWORKS compared to other CAD systems, and how new tools helped them to reliably design detailed assemblies that can handle complex motion and varied loads.
Need a SOLIDWORKS Subscription?

Get your hands on SOLIDWORKS 2026 with a SOLIDWORKS subscription package. Customers on subscription are always entitled to the latest version of SOLIDWORKS and many other benefits.

If you would like to enquire about a SOLIDWORKS subscription package please fill in the form below. Alternatively, you can call us on 01 297 4440 or email sales@solidsolutions.ie

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