aPriori Reviews
52 Review(s)
softwareOverall Rating
4.4
52 Review(s)
Rating Distribution
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(27)
4
(21)
3
(3)
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(1)
1
Satisfaction Score
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
9
Functionality
9
Overall Rating
4.4
52 Review(s)
Rating Distribution
5
(27)
4
(21)
3
(3)
2
(1)
1
Satisfaction Score
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
9
Functionality
9
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A great product
A great product
Pros
I must say that it is the best at calculating environmental impact.
Cons
I encountered some integration restrictions, but I managed to find a way around.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
David
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
Catalyst for Cost Conversation
Catalyst for Cost Conversation
Pros
There is one thing that is hard to beat about this software which is the ease of usage. I've trained numerous people, and they all find the front end structure for aP Design intuitive.
Cons
It requires a major advancement that should not be overlooked.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
2
Customer Support
2
Functionality
10
Anonymous
Not Specified, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
aPriori Review
aPriori Review
Pros
With aPriori, I am able to get real-time feedback for design and manufacturing, along with its associated cost impact.
Cons
The process of assigning access to the system for new users can be improved.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Scott
Automotive, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2023
aPriori to add to and simulate your digital thread.
aPriori to add to and simulate your digital thread.
Pros
The aPriori digital model's detail and precision are surprising. It's amazing how I can create a digital twin of a factory floor and leverage it with users worldwide.
Cons
Implementing aPriori requires significant changes in the business to truly maximize the value of the calculations.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Stanley
Machinery, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
Apriori
Apriori
Pros
As I design tools for the future, simulations help me minimize time, cost, and money.
Cons
The cloud infrastructure needs to be faster, and the availability of Cloud Govt is still pending.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Rowel
Machinery, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
General Review
General Review
Pros
The variety of tools this software has are impressive. Also the cloud software is particularly helpful for cross-functional groups.
Cons
Sometimes, making multiple changes can be a bit difficult, and the intuitive aspect is not always clear.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Aliki
Semiconductors, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
Eat cost engineering tool
Eat cost engineering tool
Pros
I like the most is automation, transparency and ease of use.
Cons
Managing the database and its collection can be difficult.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Ajay
Accounting, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2023
Mike
Mike
Pros
aPriori is quite easy to use and quite intuitive when it comes to costing design and development.
Cons
Creating custom costing features outside of the software can be complex.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Michael
Renewables & Environment, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
aPriori
aPriori
Pros
I love that this software offers users with a guide and/or targets which help them align with their current suppliers and potentially achieve substantial cost savings.
Cons
It's annoying that I have to rely on my engineer to retrieve drawings and provide me with the should cost.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Sherry
Food & Beverages, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2023
Collaboration Tool between divisions
Collaboration Tool between divisions
Pros
The ability to provide in-depth knowledge across different business segments in real time is invaluable.
Cons
CAD requirements for performing an analysis can be tough.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Colter
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
Great software to evaluate cost
Great software to evaluate cost
Pros
aPriori is quite precise in providing cost information and extremely efficient.
Cons
Certain features require entering parameters that can be time-consuming.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Mathieu
Consumer Goods, 101-500 employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
aPriori survey
aPriori survey
Pros
It offer a wide range of process flow selections/options, equipment options and the flexibility to obtain complex quotes and reports.
Cons
The database lacks some raw materials, and the payment terms function doesn't always work.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Marek
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
October 2023
Cycle Time
Cycle Time
Pros
aPriori is quite accurate for getting time estimation as compared to our previous software.
Cons
Consideration of features is necessary when creating a 3D model with all working functions.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Sasidharan
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 500+ employees
Less than a year
September 2023
A good tool to do cost analysis with common size products
A good tool to do cost analysis with common size products
Pros
The 3D modeling is excellent that makes it eventually very easy to view 3D models. However, there are some key functions that run slowly.
Cons
There should be flexibility in choosing different options in technology.
Ease of use
6
Value for money
6
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
May
Plastics, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
September 2023
User review
User review
Pros
You can take a 3D model from Creo Parametric and cost it precisely. Users can rely on that costing of parts and assemblies with complete trust.
Cons
The reporting system is a bit difficult to navigate and select the desired presentation format.
Ease of use
7
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
Peter
Renewables & Environment, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
Product engineer
Product engineer
Pros
It allow users to compare their designs against industry standards and make necessary corrections.
Cons
Using the 2-model machining feature and understanding the program's parting line choices can be difficult. The availability of machining tooling with optional machines is also limited.
Ease of use
6
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
David
Maritime, 51-100 employees
More than a year
September 2023
aPriori is a strong tool to model real world costs
aPriori is a strong tool to model real world costs
Pros
aPriori have the ability to mold software to estimate real-world pricing, which can be used to negotiate better pricing or confirm the best market price has been achieved.
Cons
It would be beneficial to add more materials and processes, especially as our products become more complex, such as electronics.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Brian
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
Less than a year
September 2023
Expert product management tool with focus Engineering
Expert product management tool with focus Engineering
Pros
This is a professional and expert software with interesting and useful reverse/cost engineering features and interfaces for diverse standard ERP and PLM software. Additionally, it provide a knowledge database and training documentation.
Cons
The maintenance, training and customization of the software require a higher level of expertise and external resources.
Ease of use
7
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Martin
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
Best software for Cost estimation/Should costing
Best software for Cost estimation/Should costing
Pros
The features it offers in terms of process routings and region-wise data (MHR, labor rates, etc.) are exceptional.
Cons
The data refresh time should be adjusted based on market analysis trends, ideally not exceeding four months.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Syed
Oil & Energy, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
Feedback on aPriori
Feedback on aPriori
Pros
I can handle multiple routing processes and extract 3D CAD model details quite easily now.
Cons
It would be advantageous to have better aerospace raw materials coverage and coverage for special processes.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
8
Functionality
7
Prasanna Kumar
Aviation & Aerospace, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
UI & UX Should be better with multi-tasking
UI & UX Should be better with multi-tasking
Pros
I have access to auto-formulated modules that allow me to cost a specific product and obtain its Design Cost.
Cons
I can't multitask on the software, and I'm unable to edit file names. It also logs me out automatically, and I wish there were settings to change that. The response rate is too much slow most of the time, even with fast internet. Additionally, the loading time is quite long.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
8
Functionality
6
Akshay
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
Less than a year
September 2023
aPriori for Design Engineers
aPriori for Design Engineers
Pros
aPriori Design and Professional serve as valuable manufacturing insight tools for me. They help me identify incorrectly modeled parts and errors. These tools are instrumental in approximating material and manual labor costs, as well as guiding the simplification of mechanical designs. Additionally, they can sort and indirectly recommend the most cost-effective manufacturing methods and materials for my product.
Cons
While the software helps catch errors, it doesn't provide specific feedback on how to improve designs. It can only point out issues without recommending things like bend radii. Although aP Design is a useful quick costing tool, it lacks in comparison to aP Pro, which offers more features at a higher cost. It should be a staple in the repertoire of Design/Mechanical Engineers.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Carolyn
Renewables & Environment, 51-100 employees
Less than 6 months
December 2022
Few observation , as we are inducted into CLOUD environments
Few observation , as we are inducted into CLOUD environments
Pros
The cost analysis features are excellent and ready to use. They are particularly helpful for our costing purposes. However, I believe there is room for more better features to be built into the system.
Cons
Your library management needs a more focused approach for each region. One size doesn't fit all. Additionally, frequent updates are required for material handling rates (MHR) and raw material (RM) prices from reputable companies with different price structures, considering the company's spend analysis.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Mani
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori user review
aPriori user review
Pros
The system works well for single-part sheet metal projects. It would be beneficial to have additional features like bending, hole creation, slot cutting and other functions.
Cons
It's disappointing that non-metal materials like rubber and composites cannot be cost calculated. The fabrication cost for welded parts is also not calculated.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Rajesh
Automotive, 500+ employees
Less than a year
August 2022
cool but not usefull for quoting process
cool but not usefull for quoting process
Pros
It is easy to use, but I did have to take some training to become proficient.
Cons
We never managed to align the estimates generated by aPriori with the actual quotes provided by our suppliers. Therefore, it's totally useless as a quoting tool.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
4
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
David
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
Honest Apriori Review
Honest Apriori Review
Pros
I really love the option which allow me to quickly compare two prototype concepts and obtain a relative cost difference. I also see the value in having a user friendly software that allows me to input a part and obtain cost estimates with just a few clicks.
Cons
There seems to be a significant difference between the actual cost and the cost provided by aPriori. The software is not as user friendly as advertised. It has strange quirks and poorly set defaults on the interface. When a cost is inaccurate, there are too many parameters to check, requiring advanced users to troubleshoot. The Virtual Production Environment (VPE) is not updated frequently enough. I'm unable to cost painted parts. The weld tool is difficult to use and takes a long time. The cost estimates for weldments are significantly different from the actual cost. Special materials are not included in the list unless manually added. Our commonly used steel types are not set as defaults, so I have to search for them each time. It would be helpful if the material could be automatically imported from Creo. Although I've been told the tool can recommend cost-saving measures such as better thicknesses, clearance hole sizes, or tolerances, we already choose these based on our standards and best practices. Thus, I haven't seen any valuable cost reductions from recommended geometry changes. The material nesting tool is highly inaccurate since our manufacturing group uses their own software for nesting laser-cut parts. Sometimes, the software defaults to the wrong manufacturing processes, choosing the cheapest option instead of how we actually produce the parts. For example, I've seen laser-cut parts default to water jet, which we don't have, so I have to manually change the process. The costs for individual parts are starting to align with the actual costs, but the estimates for assemblies are way off.
Ease of use
2
Value for money
2
Customer Support
6
Functionality
8
Riley
Design, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
Why not aPriori :)
Why not aPriori :)
Pros
The aPriori Bulk costing and deep costing options are highly valuable for my costing needs. I also like the freedom to add new machines and materials as required.
Cons
Overall, the software is excellent, but it should expand the database to keep up with the growing market size. The machine database needs to accommodate larger components and giants in the industry.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
Radhika
Renewables & Environment, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori comments
aPriori comments
Pros
One of the greatest advantageous aspects is the upfront ability to determine costing during the design phase. I can perform objective and detailed analyses of component costs, including optimal processing methods.
Cons
In some cases, the recommendations from aPriori contradict what we observe in our supply base. For instance, it suggests using ductile cast iron instead of gray cast iron based on cost. However, we haven't found any evidence supporting this in our supply base. This discrepancy has discouraged several key team members from using aPriori.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
4
Functionality
6
David
Machinery, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori in Japanese Automotive OEM
aPriori in Japanese Automotive OEM
Pros
I basically rely on the fully automated solution provided by aPriori, as it consistently delivers accurate estimates.
Cons
Customizing the software to fit our company's specific needs is not as easy as expected.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
10
Customer Support
5
Functionality
6
Julio
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
Very good costing tool and user freindly
Very good costing tool and user freindly
Pros
The speed at which I can cost a model for machining is impressive, and the flexibility to adjust the GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) is highly beneficial.
Cons
There is still room for improvement in optimizing machine hour rates for processes like passivation and anodizing.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
durairaj
Semiconductors, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori is the bomb
aPriori is the bomb
Pros
It's easy to use, providing consistent results, and suitable to our products.
Cons
It would be helpful if the software could be more easily modified to our products.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Anonymous
Not Specified, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2021
aPriori - Quoting friend
aPriori - Quoting friend
Pros
As a user of aPriori, I can't speak much about the product's implementation, but I can share how it has helped me in my everyday job as a Plastic Injection Molding quoter. With this software, I can analyze a part's geometry and quickly estimate the cost of a mold within minutes. There are numerous manual variables that can be adjusted to provide a more accurate overall cost representation. The response time is fast and I can generate many reports afterward. This saves me days of work on certain quotes and gives me confidence in the accuracy of my work and quotes.
Cons
Personally, I don't have any major complaints. However the split screen user interface can be a bit awkward at times, but you can adjust it according to your preferences. It would be great to have additional viewing features for the displayed 3D part, particularly section view.
Ease of use
9
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Tucker
Plastics, 51-100 employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Good software
Good software
Pros
I find the software to be easy to use and quickly understandable.
Cons
The software has major restrictions in monitoring the kind of development we undertake. It would be interesting to incorporate more functions into the software, especially in the development and conception process.
Ease of use
6
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
7
Desire
Airlines/Aviation, 500+ employees
November 2021
Great tool! Needs more material availability
Great tool! Needs more material availability
Pros
It's easy to use and provides excellent cost intelligence and tools for negotiation.
Cons
Sometimes, the software fails to identify certain geometries that could assist in identifying specific machining processes.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Diego
Farming, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Create robust Supplier Relationships
Create robust Supplier Relationships
Pros
It's a fantastic tool for fostering collaboration and transparency between suppliers and sourcing to build robust supplier relationships.
Cons
Since our company designs many products from extrusions, it would be beneficial to have the option to upload the extrusion file for costing analysis.
Ease of use
9
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
David
Medical Devices, 51-100 employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Tool to support negotiation with fact base
Tool to support negotiation with fact base
Pros
What I like the most is that how easy it is to customize the built-in data and logic.
Cons
Complex parts can sometimes lead to failures for which we have to manually check of the logics.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
balasundar
Design, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori is a Costing Software partner rather than a Costing Software supplier.
aPriori is a Costing Software partner rather than a Costing Software supplier.
Pros
As a member of the implementation team, I have experience with various costing software packages. I must say that aPriori is the first company that feels like a costing partner, genuinely invested in the success of our initiative, rather than just a software supplier that provides a service and then disappears.
Cons
The software is fantastic and relatively intuitive. However, there is room for improvement in the user-based costing spaces, particularly when 3D information is unavailable.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Benjamin
Business Supplies and Equipment, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2021
User friendly aPriori software feedback
User friendly aPriori software feedback
Pros
It's user-friendly and can be easily molded to meet XYZ company's requirements. It saves time.
Cons
The DTC feature needs to be improved, especially for fabrication and sheet metal parts involving soft and hard tools. Accurate raw material data for pipes, plates, tubes, etc., is quite necessary. The time lag issue should be addressed, and the tooling cost needs to be more realistic as it is currently too high.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
mehul
Industrial Automation, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
It is a One Size Fits All tool for Product Lifecycle
It is a One Size Fits All tool for Product Lifecycle
Pros
aPriori offers a wide range of options for costing and analysis which makes it suitable for all stakeholders during product development or improvement. It's an excellent tool for engineers to evaluate early cost impacts and understand manufacturing limitations and design rule violations through Design to Cost feedback. It also helps with alternate design and manufacturing evaluations. Cost engineers can quickly simulate different cost scenarios in various regions and parameters. Purchasing teams benefit from detailed cost breakdowns to negotiate with suppliers. Additionally, aPriori provides a Business Intelligence tool with Cost Insight Reporting, which is helpful for project managers to track project status and cost targets. Overall, aPriori is an indispensable tool for any industry looking to excel with a well-evaluated approach and a good understanding of product cost. Thank you.
Cons
There are certain process groups missing in aPriori for costing, such as Hydraulic Hoses, Black Box, Valves, Assembly/Welding tooling, etc. These processes are widely used in industries and are essential to have expertise in aPriori.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Hemant
Design, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori Review after 2+ Years
aPriori Review after 2+ Years
Pros
I'm impressed with how quickly it can estimate costs with a high level of detail. The constant updates and feature upgrades are notable. We have design time that allows for customization, which is great.
Cons
Working with a 2D file can be cumbersome at times, even though the tool was primarily built for 3D files. Some of the features are a bit costly, which may restrict their usability.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Mauricio
Medical Devices, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
Powerful
Powerful
Pros
The product is user-friendly and has a crisp UI. The out of the box software covers all major commodity manufacturing processes. The aPriori team consistently enhances its abilities through version upgrades. The database is quite useful, encompassing over 75 regional libraries for labor, material and machine data. The best part is the ability to customize process logic and data. With aPriori's scripting language, even those without programming backgrounds can modify or add logic/rules in the backend to replicate specific manufacturing methodologies. It's also possible to add labor, machine, and material data. Other features like Design to Cost (DtC) for optimized design, Cost Insight Reports for analytical cost reports, and CAD plugins for seamless integration with CAD tools make this tool the right choice for OEMs aiming to effectively reduce product costs.
Cons
The tool sometimes takes longer to cost a component and experiences lags while connecting to the server. This issue worsens as the complexity increases. However, this can be resolved by transitioning to the Cloud. Additionally, some of the logic and data are generic, so customization may be required based on the specific industry.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Praveera
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori User feedback
aPriori User feedback
Pros
The DTC Feedback feature for polymerics and HPDC module is very useful. It is very user-friendly for designers and serves as the best tool for driving cost transparency with suppliers. However, the integration of aPriori into our existing business is still a work in progress.
Cons
Addressing the DTC feedback for the investment casting process is necessary. The integration of aPriori into our existing business is still a work in progress.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Akash
Industrial Automation, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
Textron Systems
Textron Systems
Pros
It's remarkable how only a few select inputs are needed to produce an initial evaluation/simulation of a model.
Cons
Costing complex components often requires manipulating the simulation to achieve accurate results.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Michael
Aviation & Aerospace, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
The Complete Package
The Complete Package
Pros
I particularly like the customization options available. Even without a programming background, it's easy to edit and build your own cost models.
Cons
I believe the licensing process can be simplified.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Sandeep
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Cost engineer
Cost engineer
Pros
aPriori simplifies our lives when estimating product costs for complex geometries. It saves time and offers good traceability.
Cons
Advanced reporting features can reduce further complexities.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Bala
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
A good software with potential but if their focus are the designers they must improve.
A good software with potential but if their focus are the designers they must improve.
Pros
In general, it offers the possibility to work with a wide variety of different manufacturing processes for sheet metal (although, to be honest, there are a few missing).
Cons
As an advanced user of aPriori Professional in my organization, I must admit that many features are not very clear.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
4
Functionality
8
Alejandro
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori - Innovation to Cost
aPriori - Innovation to Cost
Pros
This tool is truly innovative and reduces unwanted non-value adds during costing. The level of innovation achieved by aPriori is unmatched in the market.
Cons
The material cost database should be updated more frequently to account for fluctuations in material prices.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Sandeep
Information Technology and Services, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
Fantastic software
Fantastic software
Pros
The ease of use and the ability to visualize the 3D part make it a great tool for me.
Cons
Changing the parameter data is not as simple as expected.
Ease of use
9
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Caroline
Automotive, 101-500 employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori an Engineers Best Friend!
aPriori an Engineers Best Friend!
Pros
One thing I love is the instant feedback I receive from my design work. It allows me to make small design changes and understand the impact on cost.
Cons
Other software options provide more detailed coverage of every production type. It would be helpful to have a heatmap showing the cost to manufacture for injection molding.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Jason
Biotechnology, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Excellent Product
Excellent Product
Pros
Over the past year, we have been using aPriori, and it has proven to be an excellent tool for our sourcing professionals. It provides them with "real" cost data during negotiations with the supply base, shifting the discussions to data-driven conversations.
Cons
We currently have no comments or feedback to provide regarding cons.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Chris
Airlines/Aviation, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
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A great product
A great product
Pros
I must say that it is the best at calculating environmental impact.
Cons
I encountered some integration restrictions, but I managed to find a way around.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
David
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
Catalyst for Cost Conversation
Catalyst for Cost Conversation
Pros
There is one thing that is hard to beat about this software which is the ease of usage. I've trained numerous people, and they all find the front end structure for aP Design intuitive.
Cons
It requires a major advancement that should not be overlooked.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
2
Customer Support
2
Functionality
10
Anonymous
Not Specified, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
aPriori Review
aPriori Review
Pros
With aPriori, I am able to get real-time feedback for design and manufacturing, along with its associated cost impact.
Cons
The process of assigning access to the system for new users can be improved.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Scott
Automotive, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2023
aPriori to add to and simulate your digital thread.
aPriori to add to and simulate your digital thread.
Pros
The aPriori digital model's detail and precision are surprising. It's amazing how I can create a digital twin of a factory floor and leverage it with users worldwide.
Cons
Implementing aPriori requires significant changes in the business to truly maximize the value of the calculations.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Stanley
Machinery, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
Apriori
Apriori
Pros
As I design tools for the future, simulations help me minimize time, cost, and money.
Cons
The cloud infrastructure needs to be faster, and the availability of Cloud Govt is still pending.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Rowel
Machinery, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
General Review
General Review
Pros
The variety of tools this software has are impressive. Also the cloud software is particularly helpful for cross-functional groups.
Cons
Sometimes, making multiple changes can be a bit difficult, and the intuitive aspect is not always clear.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Aliki
Semiconductors, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
Eat cost engineering tool
Eat cost engineering tool
Pros
I like the most is automation, transparency and ease of use.
Cons
Managing the database and its collection can be difficult.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Ajay
Accounting, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2023
Mike
Mike
Pros
aPriori is quite easy to use and quite intuitive when it comes to costing design and development.
Cons
Creating custom costing features outside of the software can be complex.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Michael
Renewables & Environment, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
aPriori
aPriori
Pros
I love that this software offers users with a guide and/or targets which help them align with their current suppliers and potentially achieve substantial cost savings.
Cons
It's annoying that I have to rely on my engineer to retrieve drawings and provide me with the should cost.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Sherry
Food & Beverages, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2023
Collaboration Tool between divisions
Collaboration Tool between divisions
Pros
The ability to provide in-depth knowledge across different business segments in real time is invaluable.
Cons
CAD requirements for performing an analysis can be tough.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Colter
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2023
Great software to evaluate cost
Great software to evaluate cost
Pros
aPriori is quite precise in providing cost information and extremely efficient.
Cons
Certain features require entering parameters that can be time-consuming.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Mathieu
Consumer Goods, 101-500 employees
Less than 6 months
November 2023
aPriori survey
aPriori survey
Pros
It offer a wide range of process flow selections/options, equipment options and the flexibility to obtain complex quotes and reports.
Cons
The database lacks some raw materials, and the payment terms function doesn't always work.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Marek
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
October 2023
Cycle Time
Cycle Time
Pros
aPriori is quite accurate for getting time estimation as compared to our previous software.
Cons
Consideration of features is necessary when creating a 3D model with all working functions.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Sasidharan
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 500+ employees
Less than a year
September 2023
A good tool to do cost analysis with common size products
A good tool to do cost analysis with common size products
Pros
The 3D modeling is excellent that makes it eventually very easy to view 3D models. However, there are some key functions that run slowly.
Cons
There should be flexibility in choosing different options in technology.
Ease of use
6
Value for money
6
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
May
Plastics, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
September 2023
User review
User review
Pros
You can take a 3D model from Creo Parametric and cost it precisely. Users can rely on that costing of parts and assemblies with complete trust.
Cons
The reporting system is a bit difficult to navigate and select the desired presentation format.
Ease of use
7
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
Peter
Renewables & Environment, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
Product engineer
Product engineer
Pros
It allow users to compare their designs against industry standards and make necessary corrections.
Cons
Using the 2-model machining feature and understanding the program's parting line choices can be difficult. The availability of machining tooling with optional machines is also limited.
Ease of use
6
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
David
Maritime, 51-100 employees
More than a year
September 2023
aPriori is a strong tool to model real world costs
aPriori is a strong tool to model real world costs
Pros
aPriori have the ability to mold software to estimate real-world pricing, which can be used to negotiate better pricing or confirm the best market price has been achieved.
Cons
It would be beneficial to add more materials and processes, especially as our products become more complex, such as electronics.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Brian
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
Less than a year
September 2023
Expert product management tool with focus Engineering
Expert product management tool with focus Engineering
Pros
This is a professional and expert software with interesting and useful reverse/cost engineering features and interfaces for diverse standard ERP and PLM software. Additionally, it provide a knowledge database and training documentation.
Cons
The maintenance, training and customization of the software require a higher level of expertise and external resources.
Ease of use
7
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Martin
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
Best software for Cost estimation/Should costing
Best software for Cost estimation/Should costing
Pros
The features it offers in terms of process routings and region-wise data (MHR, labor rates, etc.) are exceptional.
Cons
The data refresh time should be adjusted based on market analysis trends, ideally not exceeding four months.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Syed
Oil & Energy, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
Feedback on aPriori
Feedback on aPriori
Pros
I can handle multiple routing processes and extract 3D CAD model details quite easily now.
Cons
It would be advantageous to have better aerospace raw materials coverage and coverage for special processes.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
8
Functionality
7
Prasanna Kumar
Aviation & Aerospace, 500+ employees
More than a year
September 2023
UI & UX Should be better with multi-tasking
UI & UX Should be better with multi-tasking
Pros
I have access to auto-formulated modules that allow me to cost a specific product and obtain its Design Cost.
Cons
I can't multitask on the software, and I'm unable to edit file names. It also logs me out automatically, and I wish there were settings to change that. The response rate is too much slow most of the time, even with fast internet. Additionally, the loading time is quite long.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
8
Functionality
6
Akshay
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
Less than a year
September 2023
aPriori for Design Engineers
aPriori for Design Engineers
Pros
aPriori Design and Professional serve as valuable manufacturing insight tools for me. They help me identify incorrectly modeled parts and errors. These tools are instrumental in approximating material and manual labor costs, as well as guiding the simplification of mechanical designs. Additionally, they can sort and indirectly recommend the most cost-effective manufacturing methods and materials for my product.
Cons
While the software helps catch errors, it doesn't provide specific feedback on how to improve designs. It can only point out issues without recommending things like bend radii. Although aP Design is a useful quick costing tool, it lacks in comparison to aP Pro, which offers more features at a higher cost. It should be a staple in the repertoire of Design/Mechanical Engineers.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Carolyn
Renewables & Environment, 51-100 employees
Less than 6 months
December 2022
Few observation , as we are inducted into CLOUD environments
Few observation , as we are inducted into CLOUD environments
Pros
The cost analysis features are excellent and ready to use. They are particularly helpful for our costing purposes. However, I believe there is room for more better features to be built into the system.
Cons
Your library management needs a more focused approach for each region. One size doesn't fit all. Additionally, frequent updates are required for material handling rates (MHR) and raw material (RM) prices from reputable companies with different price structures, considering the company's spend analysis.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Mani
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori user review
aPriori user review
Pros
The system works well for single-part sheet metal projects. It would be beneficial to have additional features like bending, hole creation, slot cutting and other functions.
Cons
It's disappointing that non-metal materials like rubber and composites cannot be cost calculated. The fabrication cost for welded parts is also not calculated.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Rajesh
Automotive, 500+ employees
Less than a year
August 2022
cool but not usefull for quoting process
cool but not usefull for quoting process
Pros
It is easy to use, but I did have to take some training to become proficient.
Cons
We never managed to align the estimates generated by aPriori with the actual quotes provided by our suppliers. Therefore, it's totally useless as a quoting tool.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
4
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
David
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
Honest Apriori Review
Honest Apriori Review
Pros
I really love the option which allow me to quickly compare two prototype concepts and obtain a relative cost difference. I also see the value in having a user friendly software that allows me to input a part and obtain cost estimates with just a few clicks.
Cons
There seems to be a significant difference between the actual cost and the cost provided by aPriori. The software is not as user friendly as advertised. It has strange quirks and poorly set defaults on the interface. When a cost is inaccurate, there are too many parameters to check, requiring advanced users to troubleshoot. The Virtual Production Environment (VPE) is not updated frequently enough. I'm unable to cost painted parts. The weld tool is difficult to use and takes a long time. The cost estimates for weldments are significantly different from the actual cost. Special materials are not included in the list unless manually added. Our commonly used steel types are not set as defaults, so I have to search for them each time. It would be helpful if the material could be automatically imported from Creo. Although I've been told the tool can recommend cost-saving measures such as better thicknesses, clearance hole sizes, or tolerances, we already choose these based on our standards and best practices. Thus, I haven't seen any valuable cost reductions from recommended geometry changes. The material nesting tool is highly inaccurate since our manufacturing group uses their own software for nesting laser-cut parts. Sometimes, the software defaults to the wrong manufacturing processes, choosing the cheapest option instead of how we actually produce the parts. For example, I've seen laser-cut parts default to water jet, which we don't have, so I have to manually change the process. The costs for individual parts are starting to align with the actual costs, but the estimates for assemblies are way off.
Ease of use
2
Value for money
2
Customer Support
6
Functionality
8
Riley
Design, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
Why not aPriori :)
Why not aPriori :)
Pros
The aPriori Bulk costing and deep costing options are highly valuable for my costing needs. I also like the freedom to add new machines and materials as required.
Cons
Overall, the software is excellent, but it should expand the database to keep up with the growing market size. The machine database needs to accommodate larger components and giants in the industry.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6
Radhika
Renewables & Environment, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori comments
aPriori comments
Pros
One of the greatest advantageous aspects is the upfront ability to determine costing during the design phase. I can perform objective and detailed analyses of component costs, including optimal processing methods.
Cons
In some cases, the recommendations from aPriori contradict what we observe in our supply base. For instance, it suggests using ductile cast iron instead of gray cast iron based on cost. However, we haven't found any evidence supporting this in our supply base. This discrepancy has discouraged several key team members from using aPriori.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
4
Functionality
6
David
Machinery, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori in Japanese Automotive OEM
aPriori in Japanese Automotive OEM
Pros
I basically rely on the fully automated solution provided by aPriori, as it consistently delivers accurate estimates.
Cons
Customizing the software to fit our company's specific needs is not as easy as expected.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
10
Customer Support
5
Functionality
6
Julio
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
Very good costing tool and user freindly
Very good costing tool and user freindly
Pros
The speed at which I can cost a model for machining is impressive, and the flexibility to adjust the GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) is highly beneficial.
Cons
There is still room for improvement in optimizing machine hour rates for processes like passivation and anodizing.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
durairaj
Semiconductors, 500+ employees
More than a year
August 2022
aPriori is the bomb
aPriori is the bomb
Pros
It's easy to use, providing consistent results, and suitable to our products.
Cons
It would be helpful if the software could be more easily modified to our products.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
9
Functionality
10
Anonymous
Not Specified, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2021
aPriori - Quoting friend
aPriori - Quoting friend
Pros
As a user of aPriori, I can't speak much about the product's implementation, but I can share how it has helped me in my everyday job as a Plastic Injection Molding quoter. With this software, I can analyze a part's geometry and quickly estimate the cost of a mold within minutes. There are numerous manual variables that can be adjusted to provide a more accurate overall cost representation. The response time is fast and I can generate many reports afterward. This saves me days of work on certain quotes and gives me confidence in the accuracy of my work and quotes.
Cons
Personally, I don't have any major complaints. However the split screen user interface can be a bit awkward at times, but you can adjust it according to your preferences. It would be great to have additional viewing features for the displayed 3D part, particularly section view.
Ease of use
9
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Tucker
Plastics, 51-100 employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Good software
Good software
Pros
I find the software to be easy to use and quickly understandable.
Cons
The software has major restrictions in monitoring the kind of development we undertake. It would be interesting to incorporate more functions into the software, especially in the development and conception process.
Ease of use
6
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
7
Desire
Airlines/Aviation, 500+ employees
November 2021
Great tool! Needs more material availability
Great tool! Needs more material availability
Pros
It's easy to use and provides excellent cost intelligence and tools for negotiation.
Cons
Sometimes, the software fails to identify certain geometries that could assist in identifying specific machining processes.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Diego
Farming, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Create robust Supplier Relationships
Create robust Supplier Relationships
Pros
It's a fantastic tool for fostering collaboration and transparency between suppliers and sourcing to build robust supplier relationships.
Cons
Since our company designs many products from extrusions, it would be beneficial to have the option to upload the extrusion file for costing analysis.
Ease of use
9
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
David
Medical Devices, 51-100 employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Tool to support negotiation with fact base
Tool to support negotiation with fact base
Pros
What I like the most is that how easy it is to customize the built-in data and logic.
Cons
Complex parts can sometimes lead to failures for which we have to manually check of the logics.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
balasundar
Design, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori is a Costing Software partner rather than a Costing Software supplier.
aPriori is a Costing Software partner rather than a Costing Software supplier.
Pros
As a member of the implementation team, I have experience with various costing software packages. I must say that aPriori is the first company that feels like a costing partner, genuinely invested in the success of our initiative, rather than just a software supplier that provides a service and then disappears.
Cons
The software is fantastic and relatively intuitive. However, there is room for improvement in the user-based costing spaces, particularly when 3D information is unavailable.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Benjamin
Business Supplies and Equipment, 500+ employees
Less than 6 months
November 2021
User friendly aPriori software feedback
User friendly aPriori software feedback
Pros
It's user-friendly and can be easily molded to meet XYZ company's requirements. It saves time.
Cons
The DTC feature needs to be improved, especially for fabrication and sheet metal parts involving soft and hard tools. Accurate raw material data for pipes, plates, tubes, etc., is quite necessary. The time lag issue should be addressed, and the tooling cost needs to be more realistic as it is currently too high.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
mehul
Industrial Automation, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
It is a One Size Fits All tool for Product Lifecycle
It is a One Size Fits All tool for Product Lifecycle
Pros
aPriori offers a wide range of options for costing and analysis which makes it suitable for all stakeholders during product development or improvement. It's an excellent tool for engineers to evaluate early cost impacts and understand manufacturing limitations and design rule violations through Design to Cost feedback. It also helps with alternate design and manufacturing evaluations. Cost engineers can quickly simulate different cost scenarios in various regions and parameters. Purchasing teams benefit from detailed cost breakdowns to negotiate with suppliers. Additionally, aPriori provides a Business Intelligence tool with Cost Insight Reporting, which is helpful for project managers to track project status and cost targets. Overall, aPriori is an indispensable tool for any industry looking to excel with a well-evaluated approach and a good understanding of product cost. Thank you.
Cons
There are certain process groups missing in aPriori for costing, such as Hydraulic Hoses, Black Box, Valves, Assembly/Welding tooling, etc. These processes are widely used in industries and are essential to have expertise in aPriori.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Hemant
Design, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori Review after 2+ Years
aPriori Review after 2+ Years
Pros
I'm impressed with how quickly it can estimate costs with a high level of detail. The constant updates and feature upgrades are notable. We have design time that allows for customization, which is great.
Cons
Working with a 2D file can be cumbersome at times, even though the tool was primarily built for 3D files. Some of the features are a bit costly, which may restrict their usability.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Mauricio
Medical Devices, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
Powerful
Powerful
Pros
The product is user-friendly and has a crisp UI. The out of the box software covers all major commodity manufacturing processes. The aPriori team consistently enhances its abilities through version upgrades. The database is quite useful, encompassing over 75 regional libraries for labor, material and machine data. The best part is the ability to customize process logic and data. With aPriori's scripting language, even those without programming backgrounds can modify or add logic/rules in the backend to replicate specific manufacturing methodologies. It's also possible to add labor, machine, and material data. Other features like Design to Cost (DtC) for optimized design, Cost Insight Reports for analytical cost reports, and CAD plugins for seamless integration with CAD tools make this tool the right choice for OEMs aiming to effectively reduce product costs.
Cons
The tool sometimes takes longer to cost a component and experiences lags while connecting to the server. This issue worsens as the complexity increases. However, this can be resolved by transitioning to the Cloud. Additionally, some of the logic and data are generic, so customization may be required based on the specific industry.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Praveera
Consumer Goods, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori User feedback
aPriori User feedback
Pros
The DTC Feedback feature for polymerics and HPDC module is very useful. It is very user-friendly for designers and serves as the best tool for driving cost transparency with suppliers. However, the integration of aPriori into our existing business is still a work in progress.
Cons
Addressing the DTC feedback for the investment casting process is necessary. The integration of aPriori into our existing business is still a work in progress.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Akash
Industrial Automation, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
Textron Systems
Textron Systems
Pros
It's remarkable how only a few select inputs are needed to produce an initial evaluation/simulation of a model.
Cons
Costing complex components often requires manipulating the simulation to achieve accurate results.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
7
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Michael
Aviation & Aerospace, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
The Complete Package
The Complete Package
Pros
I particularly like the customization options available. Even without a programming background, it's easy to edit and build your own cost models.
Cons
I believe the licensing process can be simplified.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
9
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Sandeep
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Cost engineer
Cost engineer
Pros
aPriori simplifies our lives when estimating product costs for complex geometries. It saves time and offers good traceability.
Cons
Advanced reporting features can reduce further complexities.
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
10
Bala
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
A good software with potential but if their focus are the designers they must improve.
A good software with potential but if their focus are the designers they must improve.
Pros
In general, it offers the possibility to work with a wide variety of different manufacturing processes for sheet metal (although, to be honest, there are a few missing).
Cons
As an advanced user of aPriori Professional in my organization, I must admit that many features are not very clear.
Ease of use
4
Value for money
6
Customer Support
4
Functionality
8
Alejandro
Automotive, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori - Innovation to Cost
aPriori - Innovation to Cost
Pros
This tool is truly innovative and reduces unwanted non-value adds during costing. The level of innovation achieved by aPriori is unmatched in the market.
Cons
The material cost database should be updated more frequently to account for fluctuations in material prices.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Sandeep
Information Technology and Services, 500+ employees
More than a year
November 2021
Fantastic software
Fantastic software
Pros
The ease of use and the ability to visualize the 3D part make it a great tool for me.
Cons
Changing the parameter data is not as simple as expected.
Ease of use
9
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Caroline
Automotive, 101-500 employees
More than a year
November 2021
aPriori an Engineers Best Friend!
aPriori an Engineers Best Friend!
Pros
One thing I love is the instant feedback I receive from my design work. It allows me to make small design changes and understand the impact on cost.
Cons
Other software options provide more detailed coverage of every production type. It would be helpful to have a heatmap showing the cost to manufacture for injection molding.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Jason
Biotechnology, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021
Excellent Product
Excellent Product
Pros
Over the past year, we have been using aPriori, and it has proven to be an excellent tool for our sourcing professionals. It provides them with "real" cost data during negotiations with the supply base, shifting the discussions to data-driven conversations.
Cons
We currently have no comments or feedback to provide regarding cons.
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Chris
Airlines/Aviation, 500+ employees
Less than a year
November 2021