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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (56.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$680.00 1 Subscription Per Year
Starting at $249.00 Per Month
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 plansPADS Professional
Star Rating
(65)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $249.00 Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Autodesk Fusion excels in CAD-CAM compatibility with a score of 8.8, making it easier to integrate design and manufacturing processes. In contrast, PADS Professional, while strong in PCB layout editing, scores slightly lower at 8.4 in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Autodesk Fusion's modeling tools are highly rated at 9.2, providing robust capabilities for 3D/solid modeling. PADS Professional, however, has a lower score of 8.0 for its 3D modeling tools, which may limit users looking for advanced modeling features.
- G2 users highlight Autodesk Fusion's superior ease of setup with a score of 8.9, indicating a more user-friendly onboarding experience compared to PADS Professional's score of 7.8, which some users find cumbersome.
- Reviewers say that Autodesk Fusion's quality of support is rated at 8.4, which is slightly lower than PADS Professional's 8.8. This suggests that users of PADS Professional may experience better support when encountering issues.
- Users on G2 report that Autodesk Fusion's library features, such as categorization and deduplication, score impressively at 9.2 and 8.7 respectively, enhancing the user experience in managing design components. PADS Professional's component libraries score lower at 8.2, indicating potential challenges in library management.
- Reviewers mention that Autodesk Fusion's file support is robust, with high scores in STL, 3MF, and OBJ compatibility, all above 8.8. In contrast, PADS Professional's file options are less versatile, which may hinder users needing diverse file formats for their projects.
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.
PADS Professional
PADS Professional Term-Based
Starting at $249.00
Per Month
- Additional features and license options may affect price.
Free Trial
Autodesk Fusion
Free Trial is available
PADS Professional
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
435
8.3
60
Ease of Use
8.6
439
7.9
64
Ease of Setup
8.8
106
7.7
28
Ease of Admin
8.5
54
8.2
15
Quality of Support
8.4
382
8.7
60
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
55
9.1
15
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
430
8.6
59
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
9.1
95
Not enough data
9.2
95
Not enough data
9.1
95
Not enough data
8.7
93
Not enough data
Edit
8.4
93
Not enough data
8.7
91
Not enough data
8.8
91
Not enough data
8.7
86
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.0
85
Not enough data
8.0
90
Not enough data
8.3
89
Not enough data
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
8.3
56
8.4
31
8.2
55
Tools
9.1
34
Feature Not Available
8.8
33
8.5
55
Library
8.4
31
8.1
56
Platform
8.5
32
8.3
56
8.5
31
8.6
56
Customization
7.8
33
Feature Not Available
8.2
32
7.5
55
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 PADS Professional are categorized as PCB Design
Unique Categories
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), and General-Purpose CAD
PADS Professional has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk Fusion
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
PADS Professional
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%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
17.2%
Design
7.8%
Computer Software
7.8%
Automotive
7.8%
Medical Devices
6.3%
Other
53.1%
Alternatives
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
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
What is PADS PROFESSIONAL used for?
2 Comments
Official Response from PADS Professional
PADS Professional is the ideal choice for individual engineers working on the design of complex hardware-based electronic products. It is a fully integrated...Read more
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