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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$680.00 1 Subscription Per Year
No pricing available
Autodesk Fusion
Star Rating
(503)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$680.00 1 Subscription Per Year
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansIronCAD
Star Rating
(43)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that IronCAD excels in its 3D/solid modeling tools, achieving a score of 9.3, which reviewers mention allows for more intuitive design processes compared to Autodesk Fusion's score of 9.2.
- Reviewers mention that Autodesk Fusion's rendering tools are superior, with a score of 8.8, providing more realistic visualizations than IronCAD's score of 7.5, which users say can be limiting for presentation purposes.
- G2 users highlight IronCAD's ease of setup with a score of 9.1, indicating a smoother onboarding experience, while Autodesk Fusion's score of 8.9 suggests a slightly more complex initial setup.
- Users on G2 report that Autodesk Fusion offers better collaboration features, scoring 8.0 in annotation and documentation, which reviewers say enhances teamwork compared to IronCAD's lower scores in these areas.
- Reviewers mention that IronCAD's CAD-CAM compatibility is impressive, scoring 8.8, which users say facilitates seamless transitions from design to manufacturing, while Autodesk Fusion's compatibility is rated slightly lower.
- Users say that Autodesk Fusion's quality of support is noteworthy, with a score of 8.4, as many reviewers appreciate the responsive customer service, whereas IronCAD's score of 7.9 indicates room for improvement in this area.
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.
IronCAD
No pricing availableFree Trial
Autodesk Fusion
Free Trial is available
IronCAD
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
435
8.4
36
Ease of Use
8.6
439
8.3
37
Ease of Setup
8.8
106
9.1
9
Ease of Admin
8.5
54
8.9
9
Quality of Support
8.4
382
7.9
32
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
55
8.7
9
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
430
7.8
32
Features by Category
CAD to CAM
8.9
148
Not enough data
8.8
136
Not enough data
8.8
143
Not enough data
CNC Programming
8.7
136
Not enough data
8.4
130
Not enough data
8.4
129
Not enough data
Machining
8.5
135
Not enough data
8.7
133
Not enough data
8.7
135
Not enough data
Design
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Move
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Store & Manage
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
Design
9.1
95
6.7
7
9.2
95
9.3
7
9.1
95
7.6
7
8.7
93
7.5
6
Edit
8.4
93
8.3
7
8.7
91
8.8
7
8.8
91
8.3
7
8.7
86
8.1
7
Collaboration
8.0
85
6.9
6
8.0
90
7.8
6
8.3
89
8.1
6
Library
9.1
25
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
CAD
8.6
25
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
Integration
8.6
28
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
Data
8.9
23
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
Not enough data
Logistics
8.5
24
Not enough data
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
9.0
175
Not enough data
8.7
100
Not enough data
8.7
142
Not enough data
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
7.8
143
Not enough data
8.6
171
Not enough data
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
7.8
127
Not enough data
9.1
165
Not enough data
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
8.5
171
Not enough data
8.9
170
Not enough data
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
6.0
23
Not enough data
6.1
24
Not enough data
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Options
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
Not enough data
Tools
8.3
112
Not enough data
8.8
109
Not enough data
9.2
109
Not enough data
Design
8.8
111
Not enough data
Design
8.6
30
Not enough data
8.4
31
Not enough data
Tools
9.1
34
Not enough data
8.8
33
Not enough data
Library
8.4
31
Not enough data
Platform
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.5
31
Not enough data
Customization
7.8
33
Not enough data
8.2
32
Not enough data
Design
9.1
116
Not enough data
8.8
117
Not enough data
9.0
116
Not enough data
8.6
108
Not enough data
Tools
7.2
63
Not enough data
8.4
81
Not enough data
8.1
73
Not enough data
Work
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
Not enough data
Environment
8.6
97
Not enough data
8.6
87
Not enough data
8.4
84
Not enough data
9.1
102
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.8
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
9.5
17
Not enough data
9.3
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.1
18
Not enough data
9.1
18
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
9.3
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.8
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.8
18
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
9.3
18
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Autodesk Fusion and IronCAD are categorized as CAD Viewers, Simulation & CAE, Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD), and General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
Autodesk Fusion is categorized as Additive Manufacturing, CAD Data Exchange, CAD Libraries, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Sketching, and PCB Design
IronCAD is categorized as 3D Modeling
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk Fusion
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
IronCAD
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
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.3%
Design
14.1%
Automotive
8.4%
Higher Education
5.1%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
3.9%
Other
52.3%
Furniture
13.2%
Packaging and Containers
7.9%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
7.9%
Automotive
7.9%
Architecture & Planning
7.9%
Other
55.3%
Discussions
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
Looking for RS232 terminal software
1 Comment
NP
Try this out!
https://apps.autodesk.com/FUSION/en/Detail/Index?id=2766335624087320601&appLang=en&os=Win64Read more
What is IronCAD mechanical?
2 Comments
PT
ICM is an add-on for IronCAD. This piece of software is made by IronCAD users for IronCAD users. It automates steps in the elaboration so that you have even...Read more
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