Autodesk Fusion Features
CAD to CAM (3)
CAD-CAM Import
Import CAD models into CAM 148 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
CAM Data Exchange
Based on 136 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Support for CAD to CAM data exchange
CAD/CAM Compatibility
The solution supports CAD and CAM models 143 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
CNC Programming (3)
CNC Workflows
Automated CNC programming workflows This feature was mentioned in 136 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
CNC Feature Recognition
Based on 130 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Feature recognition and conversion
Programming Control
As reported in 129 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Programming control for shop floor equipment
Machining (3)
Job Set-up
Based on 135 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Set up jobs with work coordinates and cutting conditions
Operations
Based on 133 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Handle roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing operations
Tooling and Toolpaths
Manage tooling and toolpaths for production This feature was mentioned in 135 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Design (11)
Drawing
Based on 95 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.
Modeling
Based on 95 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Create realistic 3D models of your design
Visualize
Design your structure in 3D. 95 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Rendering
Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware. 93 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Drawing
Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. 111 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
PCB layout editing
As reported in 30 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to modify PCB layouts and PCB circuitry
Schematic editor
Based on 31 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to capture electrical properties and other attributes of components, wires, nets and pins.
3D/solid modeling Tools
Based on 116 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)
Drawing Tools
As reported in 117 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to access basic drawing tools (line, circle, polygons, etc.)
Editing Tools
Ability to access basic editing tools (erase, trim, extend, undo, etc.) This feature was mentioned in 116 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Rendering tools
Ability to access rendering tools (lighting tools, texture mapping, custom material creation, etc.) 108 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Edit (4)
File Import
Import and export files in a number of different formats. 93 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Push/Pull
Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape. This feature was mentioned in 91 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Views
View your model from any angle while you design and edit. 91 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Grips
Based on 86 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry.
Collaboration (3)
Annotate
Annotate your designs with various notes and tags. This feature was mentioned in 85 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Documentation
Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models. 90 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Data Extract
As reported in 89 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties.
Library (5)
Categorize
Ability to categorize CAD models by use, supplier, or product. This feature was mentioned in 25 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Search
Allows users to search by category, supplier, or product. 25 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Deduplication
As reported in 25 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Identify duplicate parts or components and remove them to avoid misuse.
Feedback
Users can rate CAD models and post comments. This feature was mentioned in 26 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Component libraries
Ability to find and download high quality PCB footprints 31 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
CAD (3)
Types
Include multiple types of CAD models such as MCAD, ECAD, CAE, and BIM. 25 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Models
As reported in 29 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Support 2D and 3D models, as well as drawings.
Compatibility
Based on 29 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Provide compatibility with major CAD software products.
Integration (3)
Catalogs
Based on 28 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Integrate with 3D parts catalogs systems.
CAD & PLM
Integrate with 3D CAD and PLM software products. 25 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
ERP
Integrate with ERP systems. 20 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Logistics (1)
Integrate
As reported in 24 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Integrate with general-purpose CAD software solutions
Data (6)
3D Format
Provide the availability to save data in a 3D format This feature was mentioned in 23 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Data Quality
Perform data quality checks 23 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Extra Information
Based on 20 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Capture information such as geometry and attributes
Standard Format
Support industry standard formats This feature was mentioned in 22 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Translate
Based on 23 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Translate CAD data from one system to another
Validation
Perform data validation checks 22 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
File Support - Additive Manufacturing (3)
STL Compatible
Can support the viewing and conversation of STL files. This feature was mentioned in 175 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
3MF Compatible
Can support the viewing and conversation of 3MF files. 100 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
OBJ Compatible
As reported in 142 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of OBJ files.
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing (2)
Mesh Repair
As reported in 143 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Capable of repairing mesh in imported 3D models.
File Editing
Capable of editing models natively within the platform. This feature was mentioned in 171 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing (2)
Standalone Slicer
Software is a standalone slicer that intakes 3D models created in other applications. 127 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Inetgrated 3D Modeling
Software also provides built-in 3D modeling capability. This feature was mentioned in 165 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing (2)
Cloud-based Platform
As reported in 171 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Software is available as a cloud-based, in-browser offering.
Downloadable Application
Software is available as an downloadable application. 170 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Tools (8)
Dimensioning tools
As reported in 112 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design.
Change units
As reported in 109 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only.
3D/solid modeling tools
Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) This feature was mentioned in 109 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
3D modeling tools
Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) This feature was mentioned in 34 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Component placement
As reported in 33 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to place circuit components within the PCB design
Fluid analysis
As reported in 63 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to conduct computational fluid dynamics and thermal analysis
Finite element analysis
Ability to conduct finite element analysis test 81 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Multibody dynamics
Based on 73 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to conduct kinematics and dynamic analysis of mechanisms
File Options (6)
Import files
Support for a number of file formats for import This feature was mentioned in 111 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Export files
Based on 109 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Support for a number of file formats for export
View 2D files
Ability to view 2D files 105 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
View 3D files
Based on 112 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to view 3D files
Batch convert files
As reported in 73 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available.
File size
Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience 101 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Customization (2)
Custom commands
As reported in 33 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties.
Custom interface
Ability to customize the user interface and recall customizations. Can define the workspace a custom panel should appear in. This feature was mentioned in 32 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Platform (2)
Board size
As reported in 32 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ample board space available for PCB design
Layers
Ample amount of layers to edit PCB designs 31 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Work (5)
Discrete event modeling
As reported in 66 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to model discrete event simulation such as analyzing event-driven system models and optimizing performance characteristics such as latency, throughput, and packet loss.
Continuous event modeling
Ability to model continous event simulation 67 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Mechanical event simulation
Based on 83 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to conduct mechanical event simulation
Manufacturing process simulation
As reported in 76 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to model a manufacturing processes like casting, molding and die press forming
Integrate
As reported in 72 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to integrate with CAD and PLM software
Environment (4)
Hardware support
As reported in 97 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to support a sufficient number of hardware developers (by default or through the use of custom drivers).
Task
As reported in 87 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Support for custom interfaces designed around specific design tasks, by default (out of the box) or through user customization.
Manage Multiple Profiles
Support for multiple user interface customizations. Can store and recall interfaces as required by a specific user without closing the application and without the need for scripting knowledge. This feature was mentioned in 84 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Command Clarity
Based on 102 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Names of basic commands are clear and easy to understand. On-cursor documentation, such as tool tips and pop-up descriptions, provide clarification of icons and other user interface elements.
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing (2)
AI Text-to-Image
Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 23 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
AI Text-to-3D
Based on 24 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt.
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) (5)
3D/solid modeling Tools
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Offers the ability to modify 3D primitives, including parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, and symmetrical editing processes
Rendering Tools
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing rendering tools such as lighting tools, texture mapping, and custom material creation
Drawing Tools
Provides ease of use when accessing basic drawing tools such as lines, circles, polygons, and other fundamental geometric shapes. This feature was mentioned in 17 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Editing Tools
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more.
Text Editing Tools
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Provides ease of use when accessing basic text creation and modification tools such as font style, multi-line text, wrap-around text, justification, spell checker, etc.
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) (5)
Export Files
Supports exporting designs to a variety of file formats, facilitating compatibility with other software and workflows. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Import Files
Based on 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs.
File Interoperability
Based on 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Maintains compatibility with a variety of advanced design and imaging applications, ensuring integration and interoperability across different software platforms.
Backwards compatibility
Maintains compatibility between current and previous versions of their file formats, allowing users to open and work with files created in older versions without issues. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
File size
Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) (4)
Custom Commands
Offers the ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties according to user preferences and workflow requirements. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Custom Scripts
Ability to create custom scripts to automate tasks, such as add standard layers or styles to a drawing, update the title block, or automate plotting tasks. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Custom Menus
Based on 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to create custom menus, sub-menus, and contextual menus. Can create new toolbars and arrange menus in workspace.
Custom Interface
Offers the ability to customize the user interface and tailor the workspace according to the users' specific needs and preferences. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) (4)
Hardware support
Supports hardware developers by default or through the use of custom drivers, ensuring compatibility with various hardware configurations commonly used by designers and engineers. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Task-based interfaces
Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Manage Multiple Profiles
Supports multiple user interface customizations, allowing users to store and recall interfaces as needed without closing the application or requiring scripting knowledge. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Command Clarity
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Basic commands have clear names and on-cursor documentation, like tooltips and pop-up descriptions, offers clarification of icons and other user interface elements.
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing (3)
Material Management
Manages library of materials, powders, and process parameters across multiple worksites
Building Simulation
The software simulates the build process to help ensure high-quality 3D prints
Slicing Optimization
Converts 3D CAD models into layer-by-layer instructions (G-code) for industrial printers





