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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (51.4% 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
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Star Rating
(183)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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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 transition designs from CAD to CAM, while Simcenter 3D, although strong, scores slightly lower at 8.3 in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Autodesk Fusion's 3D/solid modeling tools are rated at 9.2, providing a robust set of features for detailed modeling, whereas Simcenter 3D's tools, while competent, only reach a score of 8.3, indicating a potential gap in advanced modeling capabilities.
- G2 users highlight Autodesk Fusion's superior ease of setup with a score of 8.9, which simplifies the onboarding process for new users, compared to Simcenter 3D's score of 8.0, which suggests a more complex initial setup experience.
- Reviewers say that Autodesk Fusion's rendering tools are rated at 8.6, allowing for high-quality visualizations, while Simcenter 3D's rendering tools lag behind with a score of 7.9, indicating less effective visualization capabilities.
- Users on G2 report that Autodesk Fusion's quality of support is rated at 8.4, reflecting a strong customer service experience, whereas Simcenter 3D's support is rated slightly lower at 8.3, suggesting room for improvement in user assistance.
- Reviewers mention that Autodesk Fusion's library features, such as categorization and search, score highly at 9.2 and 8.5 respectively, making it easier to manage components, while Simcenter 3D's library features are less robust, with scores of 8.6 and lower, indicating potential challenges in component management.
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.
Simcenter 3D
No pricing availableFree Trial
Autodesk Fusion
Free Trial is available
Simcenter 3D
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
435
8.5
128
Ease of Use
8.6
439
8.1
151
Ease of Setup
8.8
106
7.9
78
Ease of Admin
8.5
54
7.7
21
Quality of Support
8.4
382
8.3
122
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
55
8.3
21
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
430
8.6
126
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
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
8.4
88
8.8
117
8.2
83
9.0
116
8.1
82
8.6
108
8.0
75
Tools
7.2
63
7.7
75
8.4
81
8.1
82
8.1
73
8.2
70
Work
8.0
66
7.8
65
8.2
67
8.0
66
8.4
83
8.2
74
8.4
76
7.7
63
8.2
72
7.8
71
Environment
8.6
97
7.5
70
8.6
87
7.9
71
8.4
84
7.6
68
9.1
102
7.7
76
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.8
18
8.2
16
8.6
18
7.5
16
9.5
17
8.1
16
9.3
18
8.0
16
8.6
18
7.8
16
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.1
18
7.3
16
9.1
18
7.5
16
8.9
18
7.5
17
9.3
18
7.6
15
8.6
18
7.9
15
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.4
18
7.3
15
8.8
18
7.9
15
8.3
18
7.9
15
8.9
18
8.9
14
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.8
18
6.8
15
9.0
18
8.0
16
8.4
18
7.6
15
9.3
18
8.2
15
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Autodesk Fusion and Simcenter 3D are categorized as Simulation & CAE and Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Unique Categories
Autodesk Fusion is categorized as CAD Viewers, Additive Manufacturing, CAD Data Exchange, CAD Libraries, Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Sketching, General-Purpose CAD, and PCB Design
Simcenter 3D has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk Fusion
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Simcenter 3D
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%
Automotive
13.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
9.4%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
9.4%
Design
6.6%
Aviation & Aerospace
6.1%
Other
55.2%
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 Simcenter 3D used for?
1 Comment
PK
imcenter 3D is a comprehensive simulation and analysis software developed by Siemens. It's used for various engineering and design purposes,...Read more
Simcenter 3D has no more discussions with answers
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