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Explore industry-leading CAD and simulation tools from Siemens and Altair and see how they can accelerate your design and engineering workflows, with setup help from our engineers.

Hands-On Access to Core Design and Simulation Capabilities
Installation, Activation and Kickoff Help From Our Engineers
Test on Your Own Models and Workflows
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Trial Length: 30 Days
Setup Support: Included
Software Solutions: 160+

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Siemens NX, Solid Edge and Simcenter Trials

Start a Siemens NX free trial for integrated CAD, CAM and CAE, try Solid Edge for mainstream 3D CAD, or evaluate CFD with STAR-CCM+ and FloEFD. Background reading: Siemens NX vs CATIA and getting to know FloEFD.

CAD · CAM · CAE

Siemens NX

An advanced integrated solution for computer-aided design, manufacturing and engineering, from modeling to NX CAM toolpaths.

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3D CAD

Solid Edge

Fast 3D CAD with synchronous technology for mechanical design, large assemblies, sheet metal and drafting.

Explore Solid Edge

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Multiphysics CFD

Simcenter STAR-CCM+

CFD and multiphysics simulation that helps engineers test and optimize products faster and more accurately.

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CAD-Embedded CFD

Simcenter FloEFD

CFD embedded directly inside leading CAD tools like Siemens NX, CATIA V5, Creo and Solid Edge.

Explore FloEFD

Altair HyperWorks, SimSolid and Inspire Trials

Trial HyperWorks for meshing, solving and optimization, SimSolid for meshless analysis on full assemblies, or Inspire for simulation-driven design. All three run on Altair Units licensing. See SimSolid vs HyperMesh.

CAE Platform

Altair HyperWorks

A comprehensive computer-aided engineering platform uniting HyperMesh, OptiStruct, SimSolid and Radioss.

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FEA Pre-Processing

Altair HyperMesh

High-quality meshing, geometry cleanup and model setup for accurate finite element analysis.

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Meshless FEA

Altair SimSolid

Structural simulation directly on original, unsimplified CAD assemblies, without creating a mesh.

SimSolid Details

Simulation-Driven Design

Altair Inspire

Create, optimize and evaluate designs in a virtual environment, with topology optimization and fast structural checks.

Inspire Details

What You Get

What’s Included in Your 30-Day Trial

Time-Limited Trial License

Temporary access to the software you select so you can evaluate core design and simulation capabilities before purchasing. Most trials run 30 days.

Installation & Activation Help

Our engineers help install the software and activate the trial license so you spend the trial engineering, not troubleshooting.

Kickoff Session

A short kickoff call aligns the trial with your goals and walks through first steps on your own models.

Support During the Trial

TrueInsight engineers assist with setup and initial workflows to help you get the most from your evaluation.

Workflow Recommendations

Guidance on the right tool for your CAD environment, simulation needs and industry, including when to mesh and when not to.

Tutorials and Guides

Step-by-step articles on the TrueInsight blog and the resources hub to get productive faster.

Before You Install

System Requirements and Setup Help

System requirements vary by product. Our team can help verify compatibility with your current workstation before starting the trial, so nothing stalls on day one.

Large assemblies, CFD meshes and transient runs reward more cores and memory, while CAD-embedded tools like FloEFD and SimSolid need a supported CAD version. Licensing Altair software? Follow our auth code licensing walkthrough.

Operating System and Version Support for the Product You Choose
CPU Cores, Memory and Free Disk Space for Your Model Sizes
Certified Graphics Card and Driver for 3D CAD Work
Network and License-Server Access, If Your Company Uses One

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How It Works

How the Free Trial Works

Request Your Trial

Complete the form with the software you want to evaluate and a few words about your CAD environment and use case.

Confirm Fit and Requirements

An application engineer follows up to confirm the right product and check your workstation.

Install and Kick Off

We help install the software, activate the trial license and walk through first steps on your own models.

Evaluate for 30 Days

Test real workflows with support from our engineers, then review results and licensing options together.

After the Trial

Licensing Options, Bundles and Startup Programs

After the trial period, our team can help you evaluate licensing options, bundles or startup programs that best match your needs, with no pressure to decide on the last day.

Siemens and Altair offer migration programs, startup packages and first-time adoption pricing through authorized partners. See how engineering software pricing works, or ask about Altair Units and NX licensing.

Altair Units Licensing That Unlocks the Whole HyperWorks Portfolio
Startup and Small-Team Packages, Including Aerospace Startup Programs
Competitive Replacement of an Existing CAD or Simulation Platform
First-Time Implementation Pricing With Onboarding Included

See Pricing Options Talk to Sales

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FAQ

Free Trial FAQs

Trial length, student and community editions, system requirements and what happens next.

What Does the Free Trial Include?

The free trial provides temporary access to selected engineering software, allowing you to evaluate core design and simulation capabilities before purchasing a license. It includes installation and activation help, a kickoff session and support from TrueInsight engineers.

How Long Does the Free Trial Last?

Most trials provide 30 days of access, depending on the software selected. If your evaluation needs a little more time, talk to your TrueInsight contact before the trial ends.

Is Siemens NX Free?

No. Siemens NX is commercial software licensed through Siemens and authorized partners such as TrueInsight. Companies can evaluate NX at no cost with a free trial, and Siemens offers separate student software for academic use. See Siemens NX for editions and licensing.

Is Siemens NX Free for Students?

Yes, for learning. Siemens’ free Designcenter Student Edition includes NX CAD, CAM and CAE tools on a one-year license for students, educators and lifelong learners aged 15 and up; it is not for commercial work. Commercial projects require a commercial NX license, which TrueInsight provides along with commercial trials.

Is Solid Edge Free?

Solid Edge is commercial CAD software, but Siemens offers free editions for specific uses: a Student Edition for students and a Community Edition for makers and hobbyists working on non-commercial projects. For business use, start with a free trial through TrueInsight and see Solid Edge licensing options.

How Do I Get Siemens NX for Free?

Businesses can evaluate NX at no cost with a free trial: request it with the form on this page and our engineers will help with installation and setup. Students and lifelong learners can use the free Designcenter Student Edition, which includes NX. For ongoing commercial use, NX requires a paid license, and startup and first-time programs can lower the cost.

Is There Free FEA Software I Can Try?

Yes. You can trial Altair HyperWorks, SimSolid or Inspire for structural FEA at no cost through TrueInsight. Altair also offers student editions for academic learning. Not sure which fits? Read SimSolid vs HyperMesh.

Do I Need a Powerful Workstation to Run the Software?

System requirements vary by product. Our team can help verify compatibility with your current workstation before starting the trial, including operating system, memory, graphics and license access.

Can I Get Technical Support During the Trial?

Yes. TrueInsight engineers can assist with installation, setup and initial workflows to help you get the most from your trial.

Which Software Should I Choose?

If you’re unsure which tool best fits your workflow, our engineering team can recommend the right solution based on your CAD environment, simulation needs and industry. You can also compare tools in the Solution Finder or read FEA vs CFD.

What Happens After the Trial Ends?

After the trial period, our team can help you evaluate licensing options, bundles or startup programs that best match your needs. See engineering software pricing for how quotes work.

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