Differences between versions of CATIA software

Before a friend asked catia v5r21 and catia v5-6r 2011, what is the difference, are they the same?

Zhonglian Yicheng just discovered that many friends seem to be unable to understand the various versions and models of CATIA, so today, Zhonglian Yicheng will explain in detail, hoping to help friends answer their doubts.

In fact, there are many versions of CATIA software, and new versions will be released every year, usually to update some functions or upgrade some usages. Various versions belong to multiple series, including CATIA V4, V5 and V6. Here are the main differences between the three series:

CATIA V4 series:

• Release time: CATIA V4 was released in 1988 and is an early version of CATIA software.

• Function: CATIA V4 is mainly used for 2D drawing and basic 3D modeling, and the initial functions are relatively limited.

• User Interface: CATIA V4 is an early version, and the user interface is rather old, not very intuitive, and can be difficult to use compared to modern CAD software.

• Compatibility: Due to the earlier release time, the compatibility of the V4 version is definitely not as good as that of V5 and V6, and the collaboration with other software may be limited.

CATIA V5：

• Release time: CATIA V5 was released in 1998, which has obvious improvements and innovations compared to CATIA V4.

• Function: CATIA V5 has been upgraded with more new functions, including parametric modeling, complex surface modeling, assembly design, simulation analysis, etc., with more complete functions.

• User interface: The user interface of CATIA V5 is more intuitive and easier to use than CATIA V4, but it is still more complicated.

• Compatibility: CATIA V5 has improved compatibility with other CAD software, enabling data exchange and collaborative design with many different software.

• Technical support and update: Since there are many versions of CATIA V5, the situation of technical support and update varies from version to version. The newer V5 version may get better support.

CATIA V6：

• Release time: CATIA V6 was released in 2008 and is a new series of CATIA software.

• Function: CATIA V6 has further enhanced functions on the basis of V5, including more powerful surface modeling, updated simulation analysis and data management, etc.

• User interface: The user interface of CATIA V6 has been improved and is more intuitive and easy to use than V5.

• Compatibility: CATIA V6 has better compatibility and can work with more other CAD software. In addition, it supports more file formats and data exchange.

• Cloud integration: CATIA V6 has a cloud integration function, which can be seamlessly connected with Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform, and supports cloud project management and collaborative design.

• Technical support and updates: Since CATIA V6 is a new series, it will receive better technical support and continuous software updates.

Although CATIA V6 is a new series, CATIA V5 series is more popular and used by more people. Since the release of CATIA V5, several versions have been launched, and the following are some major versions as of 2021 (version names may vary slightly depending on regions and suppliers).
 

All versions of CATIA V5:

1. CATIA V5R1 (1998)

2. CATIA V5R2 (1999)

3. CATIA V5R3 (2000)

4. CATIA V5R4 (2001)

5. CATIA V5R5 (2002)

6. CATIA V5R6 (2002)

7. CATIA V5R7 (2003)

8. CATIA V5R8 (2003)

9. CATIA V5R9 (2004)

10. CATIA V5R10 (2004)

11. CATIA V5R11 (2005)

12. CATIA V5R12 (2005)

13. CATIA V5R13 (2005)

14. CATIA V5R14 (2006)

15. CATIA V5R15 (2006)

16. CATIA V5R16 (2006)

17. CATIA V5R17 (2007)

18. CATIA V5R18 (2008)

19. CATIA V5R19 (2008)

20. CATIA V5R20 (2010)

21. CATIA V5R21 (2011)

22. CATIA V5-6R2012 (2012)

23. CATIA V5-6R2013 (2013)

24. CATIA V5-6R2014 (2014)

25. CATIA V5-6R2015 (2015)

26. CATIA V5-6R2016 (2016)

27. CATIA V5-6R2017 (2017)

28. CATIA V5-6R2018 (2018)

29. CATIA V5-6R2019 (2019)

30. CATIA V5-6R2020 (2020)

31. CATIA V5-6R2021 (2021)

There will also be certain differences between the versions of each series. Based on the previous version, the functions, performance and stability have been improved and upgraded, as well as the compatibility with other software has been upgraded. When choosing which version to learn, it is recommended to start with a newer version to better accommodate future developments.

Then let's look back at the previous question, [catia v5r21 and catia v5-6r 2011, what is the difference, are they the same? 】Can you understand?