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# OpenFlows WaterCAD

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> Water distribution system hydraulic modeling and analysis software that helps users design, plan, \& operate water distribution systems.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 2 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses OpenFlows WaterCAD?

Water utilities, public works departments, engineering firms, and universities offering studies in hydraulics and hydrology.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 2 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 3.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Bentley Systems
- **Location**: Exton, US
- **Founded**: 1980

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing Details**: Please contact Bentley Systems for pricing details.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk

## Category

- [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/30556/engineering-cad/software)

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## Reviews

### "Specialized software for the design and analysis of hydraulic structures." — 5.0/5

> **Lisbeth** | *31 August 2023* | Civil Engineering | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: The best thing is that it is complete, it not only designs the hydraulic networks, like other software, but it also simulates environments to determine their effect on the water networks.
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> **Cons**: Its main disadvantage is the cost, since compared to its direct competition it is somewhat high. However, it has specialized functions that others do not have, which should be taken into account.
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> I work in two companies, one of them public. From my experience, this software is very complete, but it is only affordable for public entities or large companies.

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### "Advanced hydraulic software" — 4.0/5

> **Stefano** | *1 March 2023* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: The most striking feature for our working group, which at the moment is evaluating whether to purchase the product, is the ability to simulate not only small but also large drinking water distribution networks without generating a delay due to the amount of information being processed.
> 
> **Cons**: Perhaps the only disadvantage could be the cost, however I consider that it is an affordable price for work groups or medium-sized companies, not only for large ones. It also has a trial version to determine its potential.
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> It feels fluid to work with, without the need for advanced hardware. It can model from simple to complex hydraulic systems and you can test its benefits through its trial version.

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