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Compare 3ds Max Design and Autodesk Fusion 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (69.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$460 per quarter
$680.00 1 Subscription Per Year
3ds Max Design
Star Rating
(278)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$460 per quarter
Browse all 3 pricing plansAutodesk Fusion
Star Rating
(506)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$680.00 1 Subscription Per Year
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plans3ds Max Design vs Autodesk Fusion
When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found Autodesk Fusion easier to use, set up, and administer. Reviewers also preferred doing business with Autodesk Fusion overall.
- Reviewers felt that Autodesk Fusion meets the needs of their business better than 3ds Max Design.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Autodesk Fusion is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Autodesk Fusion over 3ds Max Design.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
$680.00
1 Subscription Per Year
Autodesk Fusion is a cloud-based 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB software platform for professional product design and manufacturing.
- Design and engineer products how you want to ensure aesthetics, form, fit, and function.
- Engineer, design, and create anything with comprehensive electronics and PCB design tools.
- Save time and money and get quality parts out the door faster.
Free Trial
3ds Max Design
Free Trial is available
Autodesk Fusion
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
259
8.8
438
Ease of Use
6.7
259
8.6
442
Ease of Setup
6.7
35
8.8
109
Ease of Admin
6.9
27
8.5
54
Quality of Support
7.6
226
8.4
385
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
29
8.8
55
Product Direction (% positive)
7.4
255
9.0
433
Features by Category
CAD to CAM
Not enough data
8.9
148
Not enough data
8.8
136
Not enough data
8.8
144
CNC Programming
Not enough data
8.7
136
Not enough data
8.4
130
Not enough data
8.4
129
Machining
Not enough data
8.5
135
Not enough data
8.7
133
Not enough data
8.7
135
Design
8.1
63
Not enough data
7.9
63
Not enough data
7.7
65
Not enough data
6.9
57
Not enough data
8.2
66
Not enough data
Move
8.2
64
Not enough data
8.7
70
Not enough data
9.0
68
Not enough data
Store & Manage
8.0
59
Not enough data
8.3
61
Not enough data
7.7
62
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
Not enough data
9.1
97
Not enough data
9.2
97
Not enough data
9.1
96
Not enough data
8.7
94
Edit
Not enough data
8.4
94
Not enough data
8.7
92
Not enough data
8.8
92
Not enough data
8.7
87
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.0
85
Not enough data
8.0
92
Not enough data
8.3
89
Library
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.5
26
CAD
Not enough data
8.6
25
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.1
29
Integration
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
8.3
20
Data
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.5
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Not enough data
8.8
22
Logistics
Not enough data
8.5
24
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
9.0
176
Not enough data
8.7
100
Not enough data
8.7
142
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.8
143
Not enough data
8.6
171
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
7.8
127
Not enough data
9.1
167
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
8.4
172
Not enough data
8.9
170
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.0
23
Not enough data
6.1
24
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Options
Not enough data
9.1
111
Not enough data
8.7
109
Not enough data
8.3
105
Not enough data
9.3
112
Not enough data
7.9
73
Not enough data
8.4
101
Tools
Not enough data
8.3
112
Not enough data
8.8
109
Not enough data
9.2
109
Design
Not enough data
8.8
111
Design
Not enough data
8.6
30
Not enough data
8.4
31
Tools
Not enough data
9.1
34
Not enough data
8.8
33
Library
Not enough data
8.4
31
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.5
31
Customization
Not enough data
7.8
33
Not enough data
8.2
32
Design
Not enough data
9.1
116
Not enough data
8.8
117
Not enough data
9.0
116
Not enough data
8.6
108
Tools
Not enough data
7.2
63
Not enough data
8.4
81
Not enough data
8.1
73
Work
Not enough data
8.0
66
Not enough data
8.2
67
Not enough data
8.4
83
Not enough data
8.4
76
Not enough data
8.2
72
Environment
Not enough data
8.6
97
Not enough data
8.6
87
Not enough data
8.4
84
Not enough data
9.1
102
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Animation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
9.5
17
Not enough data
9.3
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
9.1
19
Not enough data
9.1
19
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
9.3
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.8
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.9
18
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Not enough data
8.8
18
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
9.3
18
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
3ds Max Design and Autodesk Fusion share no categories
Unique Categories
3ds Max Design is categorized as Animation, 3D Modeling, 3D Rendering, VR Visualization, and VR Game Engine
Autodesk Fusion is categorized as CAD Viewers, Additive Manufacturing, CAD Data Exchange, CAD Libraries, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Simulation & CAE, Sketching, Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), General-Purpose CAD, and PCB Design
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
3ds Max Design
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Autodesk Fusion
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Architecture & Planning
26.6%
Design
16.4%
Animation
6.6%
Computer Games
5.1%
Graphic Design
4.0%
Other
41.2%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.2%
Design
14.2%
Automotive
8.3%
Higher Education
5.1%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
3.8%
Other
52.4%
Discussions
I need a 3d max exterior design
2 Comments
MG
This tutorial succinctly summarizes the most effective way to convert an image to a 3d object in 3ds Max: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtkvRFMVsdsRead more
Is 3ds max free?
2 Comments
OW
Not really, its for commercial use. However, there are licenses tailored for educational use too (students and academicians)Read more
What is the difference between 3ds Max and 3ds Max Design?
2 Comments
AP
3ds Max Design version has an additional module for lighting analysis (Exposure) useful for architects, and - unlike the Max version - it does not include...Read more
What do I need to run Fusion 360?
2 Comments
KZ
If this helps, below is listed what I'm currently running. I have no trouble with my computer not keeping up. The only occasional issue is with a large file...Read more
Does Fusion 360 require cloud credits?
2 Comments
KZ
I don't find that I need them. I've used some of the credits I have for cloud simulation computing, but it's just as easy to run a simulation using local...Read more
Can I request a demo of Fusion 360?
1 Comment
Official Response from Autodesk Fusion
Yes, please call us at: 1-833-843-3437 to schedule a time with a representativeRead more
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