# Inventor vs TurboCAD Comparison | | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.3 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 440 | 31 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (42.7% of reviews) | Small-Business (61.3% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | $2085 1 year | $149.99 | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Inventor Pros: - Ease of Use (2 reviews) - 3D Modeling (1 reviews) Cons: - Assembly Issues (1 reviews) - Complexity (1 reviews) ### TurboCAD **Not enough data** --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (376 reviews) | 8.8 (28 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 8.4 (377 reviews) | 8.2 (28 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 7.9 (107 reviews) | 8.8 (7 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 7.7 (99 reviews) | 8.1 (7 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.1 (346 reviews) | 8.4 (26 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.2 (94 reviews) | 8.3 (7 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.3 (371 reviews) | 7.5 (28 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Inventor #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: 1 Year Price: $2085 1 year Description: Choose online store or reseller or call toll-free 1-844-821-0545. [Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes ### TurboCAD #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: TurboCAD Deluxe Price: $149.99 Description: TurboCAD® Deluxe is powerful, complete 2D/3D CAD software with hundreds of drawing, modifying, dimensioning and annotation tools. Materials, lighting, and photorealistic rendering create powerful presentations of any architectural or mechanical design. Plus, easily share your work with extensive file support including AutoCAD .DWG, SketchUp .SKP, and STL for 3D printing. Key Features: - Complete 2D/3D design tools for drafting, modeling, modifying, dimensioning and annotation. - Easy to learn and use with set up wizards, context-sensitive help, snaps, alignment aids, and handle-based editing. - Productivity Features like a customizable UI, time saving wizards, a 64-Bit compatible version, XREF support, and more. [Browse all 5 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/turbocad/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### General-Purpose CAD | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Inventor** | 8.2/10 | 38 | | **TurboCAD** | N/A | N/A | #### Design | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Drawing** | 8.6 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Modeling** | 8.9 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Visualize ** | 8.5 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Rendering** | 7.6 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Edit | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **File Import ** | 8.2 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Push/Pull** | 7.4 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Views** | 8.0 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Grips ** | 7.7 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Collaboration | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Annotate** | 8.1 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Documentation ** | 8.6 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Extract** | 8.2 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | ### Simulation & CAE | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Inventor** | 7.5/10 | 20 | | **TurboCAD** | N/A | N/A | #### Design | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **3D/solid modeling Tools** | 9.0 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Drawing Tools** | 8.6 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Editing Tools** | 8.7 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Rendering tools** | 7.6 (19 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Tools | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Fluid analysis** | 5.6 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Finite element analysis** | 7.5 (19 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Multibody dynamics** | 7.1 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Work | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Discrete event modeling** | 6.9 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Continuous event modeling** | 6.8 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Mechanical event simulation** | 7.2 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Manufacturing process simulation** | 7.6 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Integrate** | 7.6 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Environment | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Hardware support** | 7.7 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Task** | 7.7 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Manage Multiple Profiles** | 6.9 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Command Clarity** | 8.1 (19 reviews) | Not enough data | ### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Inventor** | 9.0/10 | 6 | | **TurboCAD** | N/A | N/A | #### Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **3D/solid modeling Tools** | 9.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Rendering Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Drawing Tools** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Text Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Export Files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Import Files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **File Interoperability** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Backwards compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **File size** | 8.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Custom Commands** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Custom Scripts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Custom Menus** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Custom Interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) | Feature | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Hardware support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Task-based interfaces** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Shared Categories (1):** [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad) **Unique to Inventor (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) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Inventor | TurboCAD | |---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 35.0% | 61.3% | | **Mid-Market** | 42.7% | 25.8% | | **Enterprise** | 22.3% | 12.9% | ### By Industry #### Inventor - **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 24.9% - **Machinery:** 7.8% - **Design:** 7.1% - **Construction:** 5.0% - **Oil & Energy:** 3.8% - **Utilities:** 3.8% - **Automotive:** 2.6% - **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.6% - **Industrial Automation:** 2.4% - **Education Management:** 2.4% - **Other:** 37.7% #### TurboCAD - **Construction:** 12.9% - **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 12.9% - **Civil Engineering:** 6.5% - **Higher Education:** 6.5% - **Automotive:** 3.2% - **Aviation & Aerospace:** 3.2% - **Chemicals:** 3.2% - **Computer Games:** 3.2% - **Consumer Goods:** 3.2% - **Defense & Space:** 3.2% - **Other:** 41.9% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Inventor - [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (695 reviews) - [SOLIDWORKS](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (643 reviews) - [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (603 reviews) - [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (200 reviews) - 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[DraftSight](https://www.g2.com/products/draftsight/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (208 reviews) - [Rhinoceros](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (191 reviews) - [Octave BricsCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/octave-bricscad/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (135 reviews) - [FreeCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/freecad/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (61 reviews) - [MicroStation](https://www.g2.com/products/microstation/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (413 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Inventor - Title: [What are some of the best practices for students working in groups to use Inventor?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-some-of-the-best-practices-for-students-working-in-groups-to-use-inventor) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Hi, to be honest with you, I would work with a consultant on that. It shouldn't take more than a day for a consultant to help with a report that will answer..." - Title: [How do you handle the data creation problem?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-you-handle-the-data-creation-problem) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "You basically need to create each model from scratch in Inventor. You can copy your AutoCAD in Inventor and extrude the models but the models won't be..." - Title: [Is integration with other Autodesk products being considered?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/15145-is-integration-with-other-autodesk-products-being-considered) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Autodesk published a video on how to export Inventor parts to Revit here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue7-WtyiUtI" - Title: [Is there a good place to look for more advanced tutorials/examples for iLogic?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/13895-is-there-a-good-place-to-look-for-more-advanced-tutorials-examples-for-ilogic) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "I'm not aware of a flat out repository for examples, but there is a fantastic thread on the Inventor forum that showcases a ton of different examples. If you..." - Title: [there is a form to get more realistic renders from inventor?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/12147-there-is-a-form-to-get-more-realistic-renders-from-inventor) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Max can load Inventor files natively, so that's certainly one option. The render engine in Inventor is pretty good, though. There is a great deal of ..." ### TurboCAD - Title: [Does the deluxe version read write dgn files.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/does-the-deluxe-version-read-write-dgn-files) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "i use the Platinum version for professional work, and I love it. I don't know about the Deluxe. However, the customer service guys on turbocad.com are..." - Title: [Does TurboCAD work with 3D Printers?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/3d-printing) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Yes! TurboCAD supports both the import and export of STL files, the standard file format used with 3D printers. " - Title: [How often do you upgrade and update TurboCAD?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/updates-upgrades) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "We offer a major upgrade to the TurboCAD once a year, typically in the middle to end of Q1. We typically offer two maintenance release updates as well as..." - Title: [What licensing options are there for TurboCAD?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-options) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "TurboCAD Pro and Pro Platinum are available on either an Annual Subscription or on a one-time purchase, permanent license basis. TurboCAD Deluxe is..." - Title: [How difficult will it be to learn TurboCAD if I am an AutoCAD user?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/learning-curve) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Very easy. TurboCAD menus and command are displayed in a similar fashion to AutoCAD. TurboCAD also offers a Command line entry option, a ‘heads-up’..." --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/inventor-vs-turbocad)