As of 2024/2025, Dassault Systèmes has significantly restricted or discontinued traditional short-term rental licenses for commercial users in many regions, pivoting instead to subscription-only models (3DEXPERIENCE SolidWorks) or forcing perpetual licenses. However, legacy rental options still exist for specific use cases (education, events, cloud versions).

This report analyzes the availability, costs, legal implications, and strategic fit of Mietlizenzen compared to perpetual ownership. In the SolidWorks ecosystem, avoid the colloquial "Mietlizenz." Use these official terms:

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