Contact a reseller. Sometimes, you can purchase a perpetual license for an older version like 2017 at a steep discount (often 70% off current prices) if you do not need support.
If you have a .edu email address, SolidWorks 2017 Student Edition is available for ~$150. It includes a 12-month license and access to certification exams. Contact a reseller
Save $8 per month for 12 months to afford the Makers license. Use FreeCAD. Request a trial from a reseller. But never, under any circumstances, trust an "activator" that requires you to turn off your security. It includes a 12-month license and access to
Users are instructed to download an ISO image of SolidWorks 2017 from a specific scene release group (e.g., "SolidWorks.2017.SP5.0.Premium-SSQ"). The "better" part implies using the untouched SSQ image, not a repack. Request a trial from a reseller
For the 2017 era, Dassault offered a "Makers" license for ~$99/year. Today, this has evolved into 3DEXPERIENCE SolidWorks for Makers ($99/year). This is a fully legal, fully updated version.