--- description: Review of Autodesk Fusion Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Autodesk Fusion | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Simulation Software](/directory/4162/simulation/software) > [Autodesk Fusion](/software/420072/fusion-360) # Autodesk Fusion Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/420072/fusion-360 Page: 1 / 12\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/420072/fusion-360?page=2) > Autodesk Fusion is a cloud-based collaboration platform that helps users create 3D computer-aided design/manufacturing (CAD/CAM) product prototypes. Key features include sketching, version control, public/private design sharing, feedback capture, shape optimization and probing. Designed for midsize to large businesses, Fusion 360 allows users to design product models of various forms such as parametric, direct, freeform, surface, sheet and mesh. Its data management tool enables enterprises to leverage data by managing user permissions and tracking changes in the design process. Additionally, the product offers simulation, which allows users to run multiple tests on designs, compare results and determine displacements. Other features of Autodesk Fusion include frequency and thermal stress analysis, 2D specifications, rendering, operations profiling and more. It is available on a monthly subscription and support is offered via documentation and phone. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 268 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 268 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Autodesk - **Location**: San Rafael, US - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$85.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Modeling - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Annotations - Bills of Material - CAD Tools - Change Management - Collaboration Tools - Compliance Management - Component Library - Configurable Workflow - Content Library - Customizable Fields - Data Import/Export - Design Management - Document Generation - Document Management - Document Storage ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Simulation Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4162/simulation/software) ## Related Categories - [Simulation Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4162/simulation/software) - [Electrical Design Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4281/electrical-design/software) - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4321/engineering-cad/software) - [3D CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4384/3d-cad/software) - [Manufacturing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4704/manufacturing/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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For me the learning curve was pretty steep. Ultimately I found a course on it which helped a TON. > > Fusion 360 is a fantastic program at a great price. Since bringing this tool into our environment we have pretty much stopped using everything else. ----- ### "Best cloud based CAD software" — 5.0/5 > **sunny** | *11 November 2021* | Automotive | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: its cloud based rendering helps me a lot because it helps me getting high quality image without using my pc power and instantly. > > **Cons**: The software overall not have something i don't like but its getting Havier by every update which is a problem for old computer systems. because lot of student use fusion and have old PC. ----- ### "Fusion CAD work" — 3.0/5 > **kev** | *21 November 2024* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: easy to use some nice features ease of access > > **Cons**: could expand on many of the features to enhance user experience ----- ### "Fusion 360, a simple alternative for 3D mechanical design" — 5.0/5 > **Alejandro** | *22 November 2021* | Oil & Energy | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Fusion 360 is a lighter and cheaper alternative for the design of 3d parts and machines, although it does not have all the features that can be found in specialized software such as Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks, that simplicity and low cost can mean an advantage if what you want to design and draw is not very complex. Another great advantage is that Fusion 360 can be used for free if you are looking for a hobby use. For example to manufacture parts on your 3D printer or on your CNC router. > > **Cons**: As it is a technical software, free modeling is somewhat restricted, so if you are looking to make aesthetic models or with complex shapes, this software is not the best alternative. In terms of mechanical design, although you can get good results with simple parts and machines, for complex assemblies it will also be somewhat limited and you will have to opt for options such as Autodesk Inventor. > > The use that I have given to Fusion 360 is more oriented to modeling simple parts and parts to be printed in 3D, in these areas it is even more versatile than the other software I have used, such as Autodesk Invetor and SolidWorks, which I have used. used to perform complex assemblies and simulations. Fusion 360 has been very useful for me to make prototypes to scale in the 3D printer ----- ### "Fusion 360, the always improving youngster in CAD/CAM/CAE\!" — 4.0/5 > **Godwin** | *31 March 2021* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: First of all, you can never lose any file on Fusion 360. Even if you fail to save and your device shuts down, you can always get a recovered version on restarting Fusion on that device. Secondly, Fusion 360 is so light as compared to its other competitions as it really doesn't consume much of your OSD/ROM. Finally and obviously, you can easily get access to your design files from anywhere and at anytime you want it as Fusion saves them on the cloud. > > **Cons**: Of course, Fusion 360 is cloud based and may consume internet data while it is running in "working online" mode. And in offline mode, user experience might not be smooth. > > 3D modeling in Fusion 360 is a wonderful experience as I have designed products ranging from medical equipment to automotive technology to household tools and even industrial machine parts with ease. ----- Page: 1 / 12\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/420072/fusion-360?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/420072/fusion-360) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data