Average Ratings 1 Rating

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Average Ratings 5 Ratings

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features
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support

Description

Autodesk Fusion is an integrated design and manufacturing solution that helps teams manage product development in a single cloud-connected environment. It brings together CAD, CAM, CAE, PCB, collaboration, and product data management tools so users can move from idea to production more efficiently. The platform is designed for early-stage teams, makers, professional shops, production teams, and engineering organizations that need connected workflows. Autodesk Fusion helps reduce the problems caused by disconnected tools, including broken models, file-sync issues, rework, and version conflicts. Its manufacturing capabilities support advanced CAM automation, 2D through 5-axis machining, turning, turn-mill operations, toolpathing, part inspection, probing, and editable post-processors. Fusion for Design adds advanced simulation, generative design, surfacing, mesh tools, plastic design, sheet metal tools, DFM features, and PLM support. The software also includes real-time collaboration, cloud data access, controlled project history, comments, audit trails, and secure file management. Autodesk Assistant adds AI support that can understand model-related questions and help users take action inside Fusion. By combining design, manufacturing, electronics, and data workflows, Autodesk Fusion gives teams a modern way to improve productivity and speed up product development.

Description

SOLIDWORKS is a world-leading 3D design, CAD, and product development platform that has defined innovation for engineers and creators for over three decades. Built by Dassault Systèmes, it delivers a unified environment for design, simulation, documentation, and manufacturing—all with the goal of helping users bring ideas to life faster. The 2026 version marks a major leap forward with AI-powered automation, including selective loading for large assemblies, fastener recognition, and AURA AI, an intelligent design companion that boosts productivity. Deep integration with the 3DEXPERIENCE cloud ecosystem allows teams to collaborate securely, access designs anywhere, and connect real-time data from concept to production. With powerful simulation tools, electrical design integration, and streamlined workflows, SOLIDWORKS reduces manual effort and design iteration time dramatically. Its intuitive interface and broad compatibility make it ideal for both professionals and students. Trusted by innovators like Future Motion, Toyota, and Vermeer, SOLIDWORKS continues to shape the future of design and engineering. Whether you’re creating consumer products, vehicles, or complex machinery, it provides everything you need to go from idea to reality.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

3Dfindit Yes 
Accelygen Yes 
Autodesk Viewer Yes 
CAMplete TruePath Yes 
CMM-Manager Yes 
HSMWorks Yes 
Makersite Yes 
OpenBOM Yes 
SimLab Composer Yes 
Virtofy Yes 
CAD Blocks Free No 
DELECO No 
EnSuite ReVue No 
FeatureCAM Yes 
K-Display View No 
Meshmatic No 
Puntt AI Yes 
SURFCAM No 
SimLab CAD Viewer No 
iGRAF No 

Integrations

3Dfindit Yes 
Accelygen Yes 
Autodesk Viewer Yes 
CAMplete TruePath Yes 
CMM-Manager Yes 
HSMWorks Yes 
Makersite Yes 
OpenBOM Yes 
SimLab Composer Yes 
Virtofy Yes 
CAD Blocks Free Yes 
DELECO Yes 
EnSuite ReVue Yes 
FeatureCAM No 
K-Display View Yes 
Meshmatic Yes 
Puntt AI No 
SURFCAM Yes 
SimLab CAD Viewer Yes 
iGRAF Yes 

Pricing Details

$495 per year
Or $60 per month
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

www.autodesk.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Dassault Systèmes

Founded

1981

Country

France

Website

www.solidworks.com

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

3D Printing

Analytics No 
Customizable Support Structures No 
ERP No 
Integrates with CAD No 
Mesh Analysis and Repair No 
Model Setup and Plating No 
Multi-User Support and Permissions No 
Multiple/Shared Print Queues No 
Pre-Print Simulations No 
Print File Creation No 
Slicing No 

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing No 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling No 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil No 
Collaboration No 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis No 
Design Export No 
Document Management No 
Electrical No 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical No 
Mechatronics No 
Presentation Tools No 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

CAD Viewers

Annotate No 
Batch Conversion No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Editing No 
Track Changes No 
View .DWF Files No 
View .DWG Files No 
View .IGES Files No 
View .STEP Files No 
View .STL Files No 
View 2D Files No 
View 3D Files No 

CNC

Collaboration

Brainstorming No 
Calendar Management No 
Chat / Messaging No 
Contact Management No 
Content Management No 
Document Management No 
Project Management Yes 
Real Time Editing No 
Task Management Yes 
Version Control Yes 
Video Conferencing No 

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

Automatic Feature Recognition No 
CAD No 
CNC Machining No 
Custom Commands No 
Raw Material Management No 
Toolpath Simulation No 

PCB Design

3D Visualization No 
Autorouting No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Design Rule Check No 
Differential Pair Routing No 
Schematic Editor No 

Simulation

1D Simulation No 
3D Modeling No 
3D Simulation No 
Agent-Based Modeling No 
Continuous Modeling No 
Design Analysis No 
Direct Manipulation No 
Discrete Event Modeling No 
Dynamic Modeling No 
Graphical Modeling No 
Industry Specific Database No 
Monte Carlo Simulation No 
Motion Modeling No 
Presentation Tools No 
Stochastic Modeling No 
Turbulence Modeling No 

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

Architecture

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
BIM Modeling No 
Bills of material No 
Building Information Modeling No 
Client Management No 
Contact Management No 
Contract Management No 
Document Management No 
Drafting No 
Manufacturing Design Data No 
Presentation Tools No 
Project Management No 
Proposal Management No 
Quotes/Proposals No 
Visualization / Presentation No 

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Engineering

2D Drawing Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
Chemical Engineering No 
Civil Engineering No 
Collaboration Yes 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Engineering Yes 
Mechanical Engineering Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Structural Engineering No 

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