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ANSYS Fluent

bySynopsys (Ansys)
in Data Center Infrastructure Management Tools
4.8

Overview

Product Information on ANSYS Fluent

Updated 13th October 2025

What is ANSYS Fluent?

ANSYS Fluent is a computational fluid dynamics software that enables users to simulate fluid flow, heat transfer, and chemical reactions within complex geometries. The software provides capabilities for modeling turbulence, multiphase flows, and combustion phenomena. ANSYS Fluent offers a range of solvers and customization options to address challenges in aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and energy systems. The software allows for detailed analysis and visualization of fluid behavior to support design optimization and performance improvements. It helps businesses and organizations reduce the need for physical prototyping and supports decision-making through predictive analysis in various engineering domains.

ANSYS Fluent Pricing

ANSYS Fluent software follows a subscription-based and perpetual licensing pricing model, offering various tiers based on simulation capabilities and usage needs. Pricing is determined by the type of license, feature sets included, user access, duration of use, and level of technical support required. Academic and commercial packages may have different pricing structures.

Overall experience with ANSYS Fluent

ENGINEERING MANAGER
3B - 10B USD, IT Services
FAVORABLE

“Engineering manager review for ANSYS Fluent.”

5.0
Dec 1, 2024
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Engineer
250M - 500M USD, Energy and Utilities
CRITICAL

“About Ansys Fluent”

3.0
Jun 4, 2021
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 24th March 2025

Ansys is a firm with over 50 years of experience focusing on the creation of software that assists innovators in different sectors. By leveraging the power of simulation, these innovators can challenge the existing limits of their industries. Ansys focuses on the potential for its software to aid in advancements in various scopes, including sustainable transportation, semiconductor technology, satellite systems, and medical device development.

Company Details

Updated 29th April 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1970
Head office location
Canonsburg, United States
Number of employees
5001 - 10000
Website
https://www.ansys.com

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ANSYS Fluent Reviews and Ratings

4.8

(105 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
52%
4 Star
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  • ENGINEERING MANAGER
    1B-10B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Engineering manager review for ANSYS Fluent.

    5.0
    Nov 30, 2024
    We used it for heat flow in the component, these tools really help us to idetify heat flow easily.
  • ENGINEERING MANAGER
    1B-10B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Engineering manager review for ANSYS Fluent.

    5.0
    Nov 30, 2024
    We used it for heat flow in the component, these tools really help us to idetify heat flow easily.
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Reviewer Insights for: ANSYS Fluent
Performance of ANSYS Fluent Across Market Features

ANSYS Fluent Likes & Dislikes

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Comprehensive physics modelling.

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Comprehensive physics modelling.

Like

Comprehensive physics modelling.

Dislike

It requires more computer ressources (more processor, RAM, Graphic capacity...). But this limitation becomes increasingly cheaper these days, so it's worth.

Dislike

It requires more computer ressources (more processor, RAM, Graphic capacity...). But this limitation becomes increasingly cheaper these days, so it's worth.

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It requires more computer ressources (more processor, RAM, Graphic capacity...). But this limitation becomes increasingly cheaper these days, so it's worth.