SolidWorks 2014 was generally received as a steady evolution of the software, focusing on workflow "finesse" rather than a single revolutionary feature . Reviewers from DEVELOP3D and Engineering.com noted that while it was a "beast of a system," the 2014 release focused on making daily tasks more efficient through hundreds of small adjustments.
: Upgrading from 2013 often led to "broken" file locations and custom settings (like mouse gestures) failing to transfer automatically. SolidWorks 2014
: Some users complained about the transition into Sketch mode , specifically noting the lack of a quick-select pop-up for default planes upon entering the mode. SolidWorks 2014 was generally received as a steady
: Enhanced control of equations at the configuration level allowed for better management of design variations. : Some users complained about the transition into
: This version significantly leveraged GPU power for large assemblies. According to NVIDIA , users saw up to 2x faster performance in assemblies with over 500 components when using compatible Quadro graphics. Workflow Enhancements :
: Introduction of Style Splines and Conic Fillets provided much smoother transitions and easier control over complex geometry.
: Reviewers at 3Dengr.com found the Costing feature to be "pretty much worthless" in this version, citing its inability to handle plastics or save final costs as custom properties effectively.