The best free CAD. With a very capable paid version.
January 04, 2021

The best free CAD. With a very capable paid version.

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Autodesk Fusion 360

[Autodesk] Fusion 360 is very useful for its built in Simulation and CAM functionality. It is being used by only myself currently, as it is not our main design software. But is is my main software at home.
  • CAM (CNC Programming)
  • FEA simulation
  • Top-Down 3D CAD design
  • Free version is now limited to 3-axis machining
  • Feature Tree/History is difficult to get used to coming from SOLIDWORKS
  • Rendering seems simplistic. Or settings (such as custom color) are hard to find.
  • Free version gives immediate ROI if you only need those tasks
  • CAM include can save significantly compared to say SOLIDWORKS CAM add-on
Both [Autodesk] Fusion 360 and SOLIDWORKS are far beyond any open source project or 2-D oriented software. Compared to SOLIDWORKS, [Autodesk] Fusion 360 comes packaged with more functionality without needing to purchase additional add-ons for each function.

Do you think Autodesk Fusion 360 delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Autodesk Fusion 360's feature set?

Yes

Did Autodesk Fusion 360 live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Autodesk Fusion 360 go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Autodesk Fusion 360 again?

Yes

Companies where you need 3D design packaged with simulation and/or machining. Especially if you have work-from-home employees, as the files are saved to, managed inside, and accessible from the cloud.