# Autodesk Alias, CATIA vs Autodesk Fusion Comparison | | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.0 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 58 | 255 | 519 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (55.4% of reviews) | Enterprise (49.6% of reviews) | Small-Business (68.4% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | $680.00 1 Subscription Per Year | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Autodesk Alias **Not enough data** ### CATIA Pros: - 3D Modeling (3 reviews) - Design Experience (3 reviews) Cons: - Complex Interface (2 reviews) - Complex UI (2 reviews) ### Autodesk Fusion Pros: - Ease of Use (33 reviews) - Features (23 reviews) Cons: - Difficult Learning (12 reviews) - Learning Curve (12 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.1 (56 reviews) | 8.7 (219 reviews) | 8.8 (446 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 5.6 (56 reviews) | 7.3 (222 reviews) | 8.6 (451 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 8.2 (25 reviews) | 8.8 (119 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | 7.7 (11 reviews) | 8.5 (54 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 6.7 (44 reviews) | 7.7 (195 reviews) | 8.4 (393 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 7.8 (13 reviews) | 8.8 (55 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 6.5 (56 reviews) | 8.1 (217 reviews) | 9.0 (441 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Autodesk Alias #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### CATIA #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### Autodesk Fusion #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: Autodesk Fusion Price: $680.00 1 Subscription Per Year Description: Autodesk Fusion is a cloud-based 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB software platform for professional product design and manufacturing. Key Features: - 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. [Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.7/10 | 180 | #### CAD to CAM | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **CAD-CAM Import** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (152 reviews) | | **CAM Data Exchange** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (138 reviews) | | **CAD/CAM Compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (148 reviews) | #### CNC Programming | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **CNC Workflows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (138 reviews) | | **CNC Feature Recognition** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (130 reviews) | | **Programming Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (130 reviews) | #### Machining | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Job Set-up** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (135 reviews) | | **Operations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (133 reviews) | | **Tooling and Toolpaths** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (135 reviews) | ### General-Purpose CAD | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.6/10 | 102 | #### Design | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (100 reviews) | | **Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (100 reviews) | | **Visualize ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (99 reviews) | | **Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (97 reviews) | #### Edit | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **File Import ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (96 reviews) | | **Push/Pull** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (92 reviews) | | **Views** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (94 reviews) | | **Grips ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (87 reviews) | #### Collaboration | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Annotate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (86 reviews) | | **Documentation ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (94 reviews) | | **Data Extract** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (90 reviews) | ### CAD Libraries | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.6/10 | 31 | #### Library | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Categorize** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (25 reviews) | | **Search** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (25 reviews) | | **Deduplication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (25 reviews) | | **Feedback** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (26 reviews) | #### CAD | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (25 reviews) | | **Models** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (29 reviews) | | **Compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (29 reviews) | #### Integration | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Catalogs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (28 reviews) | | **CAD & PLM** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (25 reviews) | | **ERP** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (20 reviews) | ### CAD Data Exchange | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.7/10 | 28 | #### Data | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **3D Format** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (25 reviews) | | **Data Quality** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (23 reviews) | | **Extra Information** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (20 reviews) | | **Standard Format** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (23 reviews) | | **Translate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (23 reviews) | | **Validation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (22 reviews) | #### Logistics | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Integrate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (25 reviews) | ### Additive Manufacturing | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.1/10 | 191 | #### File Support - Additive Manufacturing | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **STL Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (178 reviews) | | **3MF Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (100 reviews) | | **OBJ Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (142 reviews) | #### File Editing - Additive Manufacturing | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Mesh Repair** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (144 reviews) | | **File Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (171 reviews) | #### Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Standalone Slicer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (127 reviews) | | **Inetgrated 3D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (167 reviews) | #### Software Type - Additive Manufacturing | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Cloud-based Platform** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (173 reviews) | | **Downloadable Application** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (170 reviews) | #### Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.0 (23 reviews) | | **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.1 (24 reviews) | #### Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Material Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Building Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Slicing Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### CAD Viewers | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.7/10 | 117 | #### File Options | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Import files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (111 reviews) | | **Export files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (109 reviews) | | **View 2D files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (105 reviews) | | **View 3D files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (112 reviews) | | **Batch convert files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (73 reviews) | | **File size** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (101 reviews) | #### Tools | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Dimensioning tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (112 reviews) | | **Change units** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (109 reviews) | | **3D/solid modeling tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (109 reviews) | #### Design | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (111 reviews) | ### PCB Design | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.5/10 | 36 | #### Design | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **PCB layout editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (31 reviews) | | **Schematic editor** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (32 reviews) | #### Tools | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **3D modeling tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (34 reviews) | | **Component placement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (34 reviews) | #### Library | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Component libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (32 reviews) | #### Platform | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Board size** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (33 reviews) | | **Layers** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (32 reviews) | #### Customization | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Custom commands** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (33 reviews) | | **Custom interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (32 reviews) | ### Simulation & CAE | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | N/A | N/A | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.4/10 | 127 | #### Design | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (116 reviews) | | **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (117 reviews) | | **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (116 reviews) | | **Rendering tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (108 reviews) | #### Tools | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Fluid analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (63 reviews) | | **Finite element analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (81 reviews) | | **Multibody dynamics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (73 reviews) | #### Work | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Discrete event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (66 reviews) | | **Continuous event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (67 reviews) | | **Mechanical event simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (83 reviews) | | **Manufacturing process simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (76 reviews) | | **Integrate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (72 reviews) | #### Environment | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Hardware support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (97 reviews) | | **Task** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (87 reviews) | | **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (84 reviews) | | **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (102 reviews) | ### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Autodesk Alias** | N/A | N/A | | **CATIA** | 8.4/10 | 9 | | **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.9/10 | 22 | #### Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (8 reviews) | 8.8 (20 reviews) | | **Rendering Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (19 reviews) | | **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 9.1 (19 reviews) | | **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 9.1 (20 reviews) | | **Text Editing Tools** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 8.7 (19 reviews) | #### File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Export Files** | Not enough data | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 9.2 (22 reviews) | | **Import Files** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 9.1 (21 reviews) | | **File Interoperability** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (19 reviews) | | **Backwards compatibility** | Not enough data | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 9.3 (19 reviews) | | **File size** | Not enough data | 7.9 (7 reviews) | 8.7 (19 reviews) | #### Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Custom Commands** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 8.5 (19 reviews) | | **Custom Scripts** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (20 reviews) | | **Custom Menus** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (19 reviews) | | **Custom Interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (19 reviews) | #### Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Hardware support** | Not enough data | 7.0 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (18 reviews) | | **Task-based interfaces** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (19 reviews) | | **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (19 reviews) | | **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | 7.7 (5 reviews) | 9.3 (18 reviews) | --- ## Categories **Unique to Autodesk Alias (1):** [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad) **Unique to CATIA (2):** [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae) **Unique to Autodesk Fusion (10):** [CAD Viewers](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers), [Additive Manufacturing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/additive-manufacturing), [CAD Data Exchange Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-data-exchange), [CAD Libraries](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-libraries), [Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/computer-aided-manufacturing-cam), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [PCB Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/pcb-design) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Autodesk Alias | CATIA | Autodesk Fusion | |---|---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 55.4% | 21.7% | 68.4% | | **Mid-Market** | 30.4% | 28.7% | 21.7% | | **Enterprise** | 14.3% | 49.6% | 9.9% | ### By Industry #### Autodesk Alias - **Design:** 42.1% - **Automotive:** 22.8% - **Higher Education:** 12.3% - **Think Tanks:** 1.8% - **Sports:** 1.8% - **Sporting Goods:** 1.8% - **Retail:** 1.8% - **Photography:** 1.8% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 1.8% - **Information Technology and Services:** 1.8% - **Other:** 10.5% #### CATIA - **Automotive:** 26.3% - **Aviation & Aerospace:** 21.7% - **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 13.8% - **Design:** 9.6% - **Airlines/Aviation:** 5.0% - **Information Technology and Services:** 3.3% - **Higher Education:** 2.5% - **Defense & Space:** 1.7% - **Computer Software:** 1.3% - **Medical Devices:** 1.3% - **Other:** 13.8% #### Autodesk Fusion - **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 16.1% - **Design:** 13.9% - **Automotive:** 8.2% - **Higher Education:** 5.0% - **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 4.0% - **Consumer Goods:** 3.6% - **Construction:** 2.8% - **Machinery:** 2.4% - **Medical Devices:** 2.4% - **Manufacturing:** 2.2% - **Other:** 39.6% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Autodesk Alias - [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews) - [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews) - [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews) - [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1324 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[Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews) - [AutoCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1930 reviews) - [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews) - [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews) - [FreeCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/freecad/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (61 reviews) - [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews) ### Alternatives to Autodesk Fusion - [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews) - [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (695 reviews) - [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (599 reviews) - [Altium Develop](https://www.g2.com/products/altium-develop/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (996 reviews) - [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews) - [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1324 reviews) - [Designcenter NX](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-nx/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (527 reviews) - [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews) - [DraftSight](https://www.g2.com/products/draftsight/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (208 reviews) - [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (315 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Autodesk Alias No discussions available for this product. ### CATIA - Title: [What is CATIA used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-catia-used-for) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "It is high-end CAD software used for creating 3D data in manufacturing industry." - Title: [What is inside Catia software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-inside-catia-software) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "CAD 3D models from product industry and engineering" - Title: [What is Catia software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-catia-software-used-for) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "CATIA software is commonly used for: 1. Plastic and Metal parts design. 2. Wire harness design. 3. Drafting and Drawing 4. Mould and Die design. 5...." - Title: [If CATIA provide solution for fluid dynamics problem it will be good](https://www.g2.com/discussions/31774-if-catia-provide-solution-for-fluid-dynamics-problem-it-will-be-good) — 1 comment, 2 upvotes > **Top comment:** "Catia has computational fluid dynamic (CFD) You have to add in floEFD into your catia. It can be added from version 5 or above. Similarly you can also..." ### Autodesk Fusion - Title: [Does Fusion 360 require cloud credits?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/cloud-credits) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Each annual subscription comes with 100 cloud credits. Cloud credits are needed for advanced simulation, generative design, and cloud-rendering." - Title: [What do I need to run Fusion 360?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/system-requirements-7d07ee73-2cf0-420d-bb26-c8985e5c3cc8) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Operating System Apple® macOS™ Mojave v10.14;Apple® macOS™ High Sierra v10.13; Apple® macOS™ Sierra v10.12 Note: Support for Mac® OS® X v10.11.x (El..." - Title: [What is Fusion 360 used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-fusion-360-used-for) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Fusion 360 is a start-to-finish product design and development tool. Fusion's core product offerings include CAD/CAM/CAE and PCB design capabilities. With..." - Title: [Is Fusion 360 still free for hobbyists?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/fusion-360-is-fusion-360-still-free-for-hobbyists) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Yes, you just have to use the Educational Version. And you can only have 10 editable/active projects. If you want more than 10 projects, you have to make..." - Title: [Is Fusion 360 a CAD software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-fusion-360-a-cad-software) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Yes, and so much more." --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/autodesk-alias-vs-catia-vs-autodesk-fusion)