# Visual Components Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Visual Components the right Simulation solution for you? Explore 53 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/188853/Visual-Components/reviews --- Visual Components 4.4 (53) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/188853/Visual-Components/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Visual Components Ease of use 3.8 Customer Service 4.3 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews MS Martin S TeacherIndustrial Automation, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “This flexibility allows students to create tailored solutions and automate various tasks, enhancing their understanding and adaptability within the simulation environment.“ May 29, 2024 mh mohammad h Manufacturing Process EngineerAviation & Aerospace, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The money invested in this app, considering the time required for the learning curve, seems too high.“ June 5, 2024 MS Martin S TeacherIndustrial Automation, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “One of the key benefits is the ability to graphically represent PLC programs, making it easier for students to visualize and understand the logic and flow of operations.“ May 29, 2024 YL Yadong L Automation Execution GMMechanical or Industrial Engineering, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “License cost is quite high, especially the initial license setup cost“ June 5, 2024 MS Martin S TeacherIndustrial Automation, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “These advantages make VisualComponents a powerful tool for education in industrial automation, simulation, and optimization, significantly improving the productivity and accuracy of learning projects.“ May 29, 2024 AV Angel V full professorHigher Education, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The learning curve of the environment is a bit costly“ June 5, 2024 NS Nito S Industrial EngeneeringElectrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Its a good software to easily display, visualize and share processes and layouts with colleagues “ May 29, 2024 DS David S reserach engineersResearch, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “good, but some educational content gets out of date real fast“ May 29, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 53 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Junji Y. CEO Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Custoemr review" June 2, 2024 5.0 The Visual Components software itself is easy to use, and the visuals are beautiful, which enhances the impression of the movement of our designed products. The sales representatives at the Visual Components headquarters are also very kind and respond to questions in detail, so we can proceed with confidence. However, I feel that the service system within Japan is a challenge while we appreciate them. Pros E Catalogue is very easy to understand and user-friendly. By utilizing the educational materials of Visual Components, one can understand the functions to a certain extent through self-study. Cons I am using it in Japan, but the Japanese guides are not comprehensive. The service system in Japan is also insufficient, so I am forced to learn how to use it in English on my own Review Source DK Daniel K. Simulation Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Feedack sum up" May 29, 2024 5.0 I like working with VC by realising different analysis, simulations, rendering, digital protoypes with one software. :) Pros \- Stability of software - The open VC-Framework for realise selfmade AddOns Cons \- VC is using an old .Net Framework and old Python version Alternatives considered [Virtuous](https://www.capterra.com/p/159179/Virtuous/)[Tecnomatix](https://www.capterra.com/p/232195/Tecnomatix/)[iPhysics](https://www.capterra.com/p/219106/iPhysics/) Reason for choosing Visual Components Because I evaluate it 7 jears ago in my master thesis Review Source FV Filip V. Smart Automation Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Review of Visual Components virtual commissioning" May 29, 2024 2.0 Pros I like the capabilities of working with 3D data of all kinds of formats. Cons Overall not really prepared for virtual commissioning, missing ease of use features, taking lot of time to implement Review Source DF David F. Principle Staff Automation Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Visual Components Review" June 5, 2024 5.0 Fantastical (I know that's not a real word, but it describes what it's like to be able to virtually create and simulate exactly what we plan to do in the real world) Pros It is a comprehensive 3D simulation tool that allows for flexibility, customization, real world visualizations and powerful presentations. Honestly, every time I show a simulation it knocks the socks off of the people who see it. Cons The cost. This is the most expensive software ever purchased in my 45 years of employment. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Sales Engineer Industrial Automation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Perfect Sales and Simulation Tool" May 29, 2024 4.0 Pros VC is a perfect tool for explaining potential customers complicated technologies. VC enables a technology driven approach to set up a comprehensive customer journey. It is easy to handle and easy to set up for your own needs. But you can also deep dive into more complex scenarios such as reachability checks, cycle time assessments and so on. Cons VC is currently limited in exchanging results with other departments, like design (CAD). This leads to slower development loops Review Source MS Martin S. Teacher Industrial Automation Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great product for a learning environment" May 29, 2024 5.0 Pros Using VisualComponents offers several significant advantages, especially in an educational context. One of the key benefits is the ability to graphically represent PLC programs, making it easier for students to visualize and understand the logic and flow of operations. This graphical display enhances the learning experience by simplifying debugging and optimization processes. Additionally, VisualComponents provides a robust Python API, which offers extensive possibilities for developing custom components. This flexibility allows students to create tailored solutions and automate various tasks, enhancing their understanding and adaptability within the simulation environment. Another major advantage is the easy process setup with the extensive library of pre-built components. This comprehensive library enables students to quickly and easily set up complex processes, reducing the time required for initial setup and allowing for rapid prototyping and iteration. This ensures a smoother learning workflow and faster project completion. These advantages make VisualComponents a powerful tool for education in industrial automation, simulation, and optimization, significantly improving the productivity and accuracy of learning projects. Cons While VisualComponents offers several significant advantages, there are some notable disadvantages. The online material available in the VisualComponents Academy is quite useful, but it does not follow a structured approach to explain the basics of VisualComponents. Including more comprehensive practice material and step-by-step tutorials would greatly enhance the learning experience. Additionally, the connectivity with TIA Portal PLCSim relies on an unprofessional tool that suffers from poor support, which can hinder effective integration and use. Addressing these issues would make VisualComponents an even more valuable educational tool. Review Source mH mohammad H. Manufacturing Process Engineer Aviation & Aerospace Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Costly Simulation App for Specific Market Needs" June 5, 2024 5.0 Overall, the application is very good and unique. I like it and have learned to model my case, but I feel it will be difficult for most engineers to learn. The money invested in this app, considering the time required for the learning curve, seems too high. Recently, VC invested in developing robot modeling, which makes sense, but I don't think it was a good long-term investment due to the rapid changes in robot programming. instead, I expect the company to introduce a simpler way to start using AI or a simpler simulation app that presents numeric modeling using the process elements. Pros Visualization, Simple simulation and layout design, Cons Needs knowledge of coding in specific level. Review Source AR Andraž R. Lean Production Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Powerful solution for production simulation" June 13, 2024 5.0 My overall experience with the program is very good. The basic functionality is pretty easy to learn and it still offers some powerful tools for creating simulations of the production process. Pros It is easy to make simple concept layouts and simple material flow simulations. At the same time the program gives you the ability to create very complex and detailed simulations. Also the python API alows you to easely add aditional funcionality to the program and to create more complex simulations. Cons Bad or missing documentation for some of the functionality mostly in the Python API Review Source TK Tomaž K. Lean Production Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Kolektor VC review" June 5, 2024 4.0 satisfied with what it offers - we have not yet discovered/mastered and used all the possibilities Pros \- easy to use - basic operations - great for process visualization -not much knowledge is required to visualize the processes -the use of python scripts opens up a multitude of approaches to visualize or analyze processes Cons it is not possible to manage the time when the application is available to users - sharing time for use through license management Review Source PG Poorya G. Assistant Professor Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "University of Twente" June 13, 2024 4.0 Pros To be used as a nice platform for educational purposes. Cons Licensing and management is a bit complex Review Source TL Toni L. Project manager / Lecturer Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Long-time user review" October 15, 2021 4.0 We've been using Visual Components products for over a decade and have been very satisfied with the software. We are using the software in research and development, education and training, and business cases with companies. Due to its multipurpose nature, we are continuously facing new possibilities where we can use Visual Components and achieve more sophisticated solutions. Pros The overall flexibility and customizing possibilities make the software very powerful for various domains. High-level visual representation capabilities extend the software use range also to marketing and selling functions. Cons Visual Components doesn't provide a standalone simulation model player. Therefore, if one wants to share a simulation model with a customer, and the customer needs to play simulation dynamically and change the parameters of the model, then the customer needs to purchase a license for the software. Only recorded 3D animations can be shared and played without additional costs. Review Source MK Martin K. Systemsengineer Machinery Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Very nice modeling and simulation tool" May 29, 2024 4.0 Pros We use the tool to simulate new machines and their integration into production. It's also very nice to have it as a digital twin when using Kuka robots. Cons From time to time the software may crash and needs to be restarted Review Source AV Angel V. full professor Higher Education Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Robot simulatio with Visual Components" June 5, 2024 5.0 The experience with Visual Components has been very interesting Pros The possibility to integrate robots and equipment from different manufacturers/companies into a powerful and elegant simulation environment. Cons The learning curve of the environment is a bit costly Review Source DS David S. reserach engineers Research Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Automation research and education " May 29, 2024 4.0 good, but some educational content gets out of date real fast Pros Easy to Use, The interface is super user-friendly with a huge Component Library: It comes with a massive library of pre-built components and models. It's a fantastic tool for learning and training. Students and newbies can get hands-on experience with virtual manufacturing processes and automation. Strong Community and Support also facilitates the learning Cons That you constantly need to update the license server when new realaeses comes out. Review Source DF Dietmar F. CAD-PDM System Engineer Machinery Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "More easy to use needed" June 13, 2024 4.0 You need one expert wo does notnig else than that programm. no chanche to handle it only a few days per year. Thats bad! Pros Possibility to gain production times models Cons to much programming knowledge needet. too lees easy useable Reason for choosing Visual Components in the hope it is easy to use, but its not. Review Source YG Yannic G. Project Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Review for Visual Components" May 29, 2024 4.0 Pros \- Easy simulation of basic production flows - robot programming Cons \- some settings are difficult to understand - cost quite a lot Review Source NT Ninan T. Doctoral student - Research Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Regarding DES using VC" July 19, 2022 4.0 Overall experience is good. But I feel the software could improve in terms of features that helps in simulation optimization of production flow Pros The 3D Visualization of manufacturing components are very realistic. Easy plug and play options with good library Cons Simulation analysis or optimization analysis is quite hard. No direct options. Review Source MR Michal R. Developmnet Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "My Review" July 10, 2023 5.0 Pros I like the multiple access to all brand of robots in one software. Cons The whole solution is a little bit expensive. Review Source LW Liam W. Smart Factory Simulation Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simulations changing the industry" June 3, 2024 5.0 Pros The easy use for layout designs and connectivity to other softwares like Siemens NX and Blender. Being able to visualize and analyze the material flow this fast. Doing interfering contour analyzes for different loading and gripper scenarios. Cons The demand of GPU and CPU power if you work on huge layouts. Review Source YL Yadong L. Automation Execution GM Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great modeling and simulation tool for automation integration" June 5, 2024 5.0 Pros Easy to use, rich library, advanced programming capabilities Cons License cost is quite high, especially the initial license setup cost Review Source VF Vladimir F. Head of project managers Industrial Automation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simulate before too late" June 13, 2024 5.0 Excellent software with a huge potential for use. I recommend it to everyone Pros Excellent work with 3d models and quick verification of the design Cons Occasional problems when printing designs Review Source JB Jacob B. Robotics and Automation Lead Aviation & Aerospace Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Insphere VC Review" June 5, 2024 4.0 Pros Flexability and customisability. We can build our own tools to help solve internal/customer issues. Visuals and ease of creating mockups for customers. Cons Cost and tiering make it very difficult to justify for smaller buisness's. Reason for choosing Visual Components Flexability and it's ability to allow me to build custom tools inside for our niche requirements. Review Source LL Lasse L. product manager Industrial Automation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "offline programming" May 29, 2024 4.0 Not very agile program and organisation, but the software is mainly working very well Pros simulation simulation simulation simulation simulation Cons Getting solutions to software problems. Getting solutions to software problems. Getting solutions to software problems Review Source TM Tomohiro M. Senior deputy manager Aviation & Aerospace Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I love Visual Components" June 13, 2024 5.0 Useful when building a new production line, making proposals to customers, and preparing in-house explanatory materials. Pros Cheaper than competing software. Easy to use. The animation quality is good. Have a free and extensive library. Customizable in Python. VR is available. Cons High annual maintenance costs. I want you to lower the selling price. I need to expensive computers for large models. Review Source AA Andreas A. Technical sales support Industrial Automation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Versatile simulation software with unsurpassed CAD data support" October 15, 2021 4.0 The software helps me to quickly extract different components and create a preliminary layout. It wasn't until recently I really understood the importance of defining the components. If you put in the extra time to create frames in the right places of the component then the software will do a lot of the grunt work for you, and there are great tools for snapping and aligning that speeds up the process. Creating custom components has become increasingly easier the last couple of years and the programming of the components is really visual and hands on. I think one pretty unique thing that separates Visual Components from other simulation software is that it's being used in such a wide variety of applications, and even though some scenarios don't exist "out of the box" they're usually possible to script thanks to the API. Pros You can throw basically any CAD model into the software and it will handle it with ease. The CAD data simplification tools are easy to use and can drastically increase simulation performance. Being able to present layouts and simulations in 3D PDFs, high quality renderings or lightweight animation format makes it easy to distribute content to anyone. Cons One could wish that the user interface would become a bit more responsive. I usually experience a slight latency when switching between tabs and that can get a bit frustrating when a certain task requires a lot of back and forth between tabs. Reason for choosing Visual Components We got more features to a better price. Also, Visual Components had more of a "family feeling" with a fairly transparent organization and that's usually a good thing for the customer. Review Source Similar Products Featured