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What are the difference between WaterGEMS/CAD and EPANET?

	Applies To
	Product(s):	WaterGEMS, HAMMER, WaterCAD
	Version(s):	V8i, CONNECT Edition
	Area:	Other
	Original Author:	Mark Pachlhofer, Bentley Technical Support Group

Problem

What are the difference between WaterGEMS / WaterCAD and EPANET?

Solution

To compare the software we need a way to classify the differences between the software. We will consider the following classification methods in order to compare the two products:

1.Ease of use

2.Hydraulic elements

3.CAD, GIS interoperability

4.Model building tools

5.Advanced hydraulic features

6.Technical Support + Training + Help Documentation

Please refer to the document below for a comparison of these categories.