Looking for an OnShape PDM Alternative That Keeps Engineers in SolidWorks?
OnShape is its own CAD platform with built-in data management. If your team runs SolidWorks and you don't want to switch CAD, Sibe gives you a Collaboration-first CAD Document Management with a native SolidWorks add-in, version control, assembly references, and browser-based collaboration without leaving SolidWorks you or your engineers already use.
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- No credit card required
- 14-day free trial, no migration needed
- Free onboarding with Ken, our SolidWorks expert
Trusted by the world's top mechanical engineering teams
Cloud-based Engineering Collaboration Platform purpose-built for SolidWorks teams
No infrastructure or initial migration required. Get started right away.
Cloud-based by design, so you can focus on what you do best, and forget about unnecessary costs and complex operations.
- No servers to host, and no expensive upgrades required
- No initial data migration required to get started
- Quick and easy setup, so you can get started in less than 20 minutes
Control Versions without leaving SolidWorks. Even offline.
Control versions without leaving SolidWorks via the Sibe native add-in, and forget about accidental overwrites.
- Check-out / Check-in individual parts and subassemblies to enable concurrent design
- View and lock common parts reused across assemblies to prevent merge conflicts
- Track version history by teammate and file changes
Track Changes across Versions. Create Revisions when ready.
Track engineering changes across versions, and create releases for manufacturing upon approval.
- Turn change orders and decisions into assigned tasks pinned on individual parts and subassemblies
- Track design changes across versions, and create revisions upon approval
- Customize your workflow, and automatically maintain a history log of changes and decisions
Share IP-protected designs with non-CAD partners. Free for viewers.
Share 3D Models & 2D Drawings with external partners and non-CAD stakeholders. With unlimited free viewers.
- Share entire projects, or specific versions and revisions
- Control user roles and access permissions, and restrict file download permissions for external collaborators
- Protect your IP, without having to generate STEP files or manually take screenshots
Sibe vs. OnShape For SolidWorks
Sibe and Onshape — Two Different Approaches
Features | Solidworks OnShape | |
CAD tool | Onshape's own browser-based CAD environment | |
Best fit | Teams ready to move their CAD work into Onshape's platform | |
In-browser collaboration & external sharing | Co-editing inside Onshape's CAD environment. External sharing supported via Onshape accounts and viewer roles. | |
Native SolidWorks add-in | Not applicable — Onshape replaces SolidWorks | |
Assembly reference handling | Handled inside Onshape's data model | |
Existing SolidWorks files | Imported into Onshape's format | |
External viewers and reviewers | Viewer licences are included with paid plans | |
Pricing (per user, annual) | From $1,500/year *Check Onshape's Website for current pricing | |
Setup time | Depends on CAD migration scope | |
Servers and VPN | None required | |
Hosting and security | Cloud-hosted by PTC (Onshape's parent company) |
Book a free Demo with Ken to see Sibe in action
Ken Maren
Chief Solutions Architect
SolidWorks Expert with 30+ Years Experience
Our Customer Success team will get back to you within one business day to schedule the demo call.
Transparent pricing that doesn't break the bank, with free unlimited web visitors included in all plans
Free Trial
- Unlimited editors
- Unlimited web visitors
- SolidWorks native Add-in
- Unlimited cloud storage
- Revision Control
- Version History & Rollback
- Copy Design
- Advanced Search & Metadata
- 3D Design Collaboration
- Live Chat &Â Email Support
- Personalized Onboarding
Business
- Unlimited editors
- Unlimited web visitors
- SolidWorks native Add-in
- 50 GB shared storage per member
- Revision Control
- Version History & Rollback
- Copy Design
- Advanced Search & Metadata
- 3D Design Collaboration
- Live Chat &Â Email Support
- Personalized Onboarding
Business Plus
- Unlimited editors
- Unlimited web visitors
- SolidWorks native Add-in
- 500 GB shared storage per member
- Revision Control
- Version History & Rollback
- Copy Design
- Advanced Search & Metadata
- 3D Design Collaboration
- Live Chat &Â Email Support
- Personalized Onboarding
- BOM Management
- Automated File Exports
- Priority Support
14-day free premium trial, no credit card required. Month-to-month plans also available.
Free onboarding call with Ken, our SolidWorks Expert with 30+ years experience, included in all plans.
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"We're remote. The designer is in Philadelphia, our CTO is in Miami, and I'm in Austin. We needed a way to design, review, and release without everyone sitting in the same place — or even in the same software."
Alberto Lopez
Chief Executive Officer,
Sunfish
"Our SolidWorks files carry structured product data that people outside the CAD team regularly need to access. Bridging that gap was essential for our global growth."
Dean Pascasio
CAD Engineering Lead,
Nordair Systems
Enterprise-ready Security & Privacy
Everything in Sibe is designed to keep your work safe and secure.
Because your business is nobody else’s business.
SOC 2 Audited
Audited for Service Organization Controls (SOC 2 Type II) compliance.
Data Encryption & Backups
AES-256 encryption with daily backups and disaster recovery protocols.
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Hosted on Google Cloud with data centers in Europe and the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you mean by “SolidWorks version control”?
Sibe tracks versions of your SolidWorks parts, assemblies, and drawings so it’s clear what changed, who changed it, and which revision is current. You don’t have to rely on file renaming or “latest folder” conventions to manage releases.
If we don’t use cloud PDM today, what are our options?
Most teams are either on shared folders (risky for revisions and hard to manage) or on on‑premise PDM (high implementation and maintenance overheads). Sibe is Collaboration-first CAD Document Management built for SolidWorks—aimed at giving you control without the infrastructure burden.
How fast can we get set up?
Typically, you can connect SolidWorks and start with a single project quickly (often within 20 minutes) once the add‑in is installed and a workspace is created. During the demo, we’ll show the setup end‑to‑end so you can see what it looks like in real life. Book a demo here.
Does Sibe work with our current SolidWorks version?
Sibe supports SolidWorks 2018 through 2026. The connector installs as a standard SolidWorks add‑in, so it’s designed to be straightforward to deploy.
Do we need a server or VPN?
No server provisioning is required, and remote access does not depend on a VPN. That’s one of the main reasons teams use cloud PDM instead of maintaining an on‑prem setup.
What happens to our existing SolidWorks files and folder structure?
Your existing SolidWorks files can be imported into Sibe, and version tracking starts from that point forward. Assemblies that reference parts and drawings are preserved as part of the import so you don’t lose relationships.
Will moving/renaming files break assembly references?
SolidWorks references are fragile in shared folders because they depend on file paths. Sibe tracks file relationships inside the vault so the system can keep references intact when files are managed within Sibe.
How do you prevent two engineers from overwriting each other?
Sibe uses a check‑out/check‑in approach so when someone is editing a file, others can’t accidentally overwrite it. This reduces conflicts and removes the “who saved last?” risk.
Can non-CAD stakeholders review the correct version?
Yes—non‑CAD teammates (and clients) can review via the browser, tied to a specific version, so feedback maps to the exact revision. This helps avoid approvals based on the wrong file export.
Is it secure enough for our IP?
Data is encrypted at rest and in transit, and access can be controlled at workspace/project/file level. Sharing links can be permission-scoped and revoked when needed.
What does it cost, and where can I see pricing?
Pricing is public and transparent—no “quote-only” gating. You can view plans here: https://www.sibe.io/pricing
What should we expect in a 20-minute demo?
Where can I learn more about cloud PDM (before booking)?
If you want a quick explainer page first, use: https://www.sibe.io/cloud-based-pdm
Collaborate on SolidWorks Designs with a Cloud Platform purpose-built for SolidWorks Teams
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Free onboarding call with Ken, our SolidWorks Expert, included in all plans.