Autodesk Fusion Features
CAD to CAM (3)
CAD-CAM Import
As reported in 148 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Import CAD models into CAM
CAM Data Exchange
Support for CAD to CAM data exchange This feature was mentioned in 136 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
CAD/CAM Compatibility
As reported in 143 Autodesk Fusion reviews. The solution supports CAD and CAM models
CNC Programming (3)
CNC Workflows
Automated CNC programming workflows 136 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
CNC Feature Recognition
As reported in 130 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Feature recognition and conversion
Programming Control
Programming control for shop floor equipment This feature was mentioned in 129 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Machining (3)
Job Set-up
Set up jobs with work coordinates and cutting conditions 135 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Operations
Handle roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing operations This feature was mentioned in 133 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Tooling and Toolpaths
Manage tooling and toolpaths for production 135 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Design (11)
Drawing
Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. 96 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Modeling
Create realistic 3D models of your design 96 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Visualize
Based on 95 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Design your structure in 3D.
Rendering
Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware. This feature was mentioned in 93 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Drawing
Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. This feature was mentioned in 111 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
PCB layout editing
Ability to modify PCB layouts and PCB circuitry 30 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
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
Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) 116 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Drawing Tools
Based on 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
As reported in 108 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to access rendering tools (lighting tools, texture mapping, custom material creation, etc.)
Edit (4)
File Import
As reported in 93 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Import and export files in a number of different formats.
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. This feature was mentioned in 91 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
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. 25 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Search
Based on 25 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Allows users to search by category, supplier, or product.
Deduplication
Identify duplicate parts or components and remove them to avoid misuse. 25 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Feedback
Based on 26 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Users can rate CAD models and post comments.
Component libraries
Ability to find and download high quality PCB footprints This feature was mentioned in 31 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
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
Support 2D and 3D models, as well as drawings. 29 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
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. This feature was mentioned in 25 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
ERP
As reported in 20 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Integrate with ERP systems.
Logistics (1)
Integrate
Based on 24 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Integrate with general-purpose CAD software solutions
Data (6)
3D Format
Based on 23 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Provide the availability to save data in a 3D format
Data Quality
As reported in 23 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Perform data quality checks
Extra Information
Capture information such as geometry and attributes 20 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Standard Format
Support industry standard formats This feature was mentioned in 22 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Translate
Translate CAD data from one system to another This feature was mentioned in 23 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Validation
Perform data validation checks This feature was mentioned in 22 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
File Support - Additive Manufacturing (3)
STL Compatible
As reported in 176 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of STL files.
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
Based on 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
Based on 127 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Software is a standalone slicer that intakes 3D models created in other applications.
Inetgrated 3D Modeling
Software also provides built-in 3D modeling capability. 166 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing (2)
Cloud-based Platform
Software is available as a cloud-based, in-browser offering. 172 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Downloadable Application
Based on 170 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Software is available as an downloadable application.
Tools (8)
Dimensioning tools
Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design. This feature was mentioned in 112 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Change units
As reported in 109 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only.
3D/solid modeling tools
Based on 109 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)
3D modeling tools
As reported in 34 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)
Component placement
Based on 33 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to place circuit components within the PCB design
Fluid analysis
Ability to conduct computational fluid dynamics and thermal analysis This feature was mentioned in 63 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Finite element analysis
As reported in 81 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to conduct finite element analysis test
Multibody dynamics
Ability to conduct kinematics and dynamic analysis of mechanisms This feature was mentioned in 73 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
File Options (6)
Import files
Based on 111 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Support for a number of file formats for import
Export files
Based on 109 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Support for a number of file formats for export
View 2D files
Based on 105 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to view 2D files
View 3D files
As reported in 112 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to view 3D files
Batch convert files
Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available. This feature was mentioned in 73 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
File size
Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience This feature was mentioned in 101 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
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
Based on 72 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Ability to integrate with CAD and PLM software
Environment (4)
Hardware support
Ability to support a sufficient number of hardware developers (by default or through the use of custom drivers). This feature was mentioned in 97 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
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
As reported in 84 Autodesk Fusion reviews. 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.
Command Clarity
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. 102 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
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
Offers the ability to modify 3D primitives, including parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, and symmetrical editing processes 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Rendering Tools
Based on 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. 17 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Editing Tools
Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
Text Editing Tools
Based on 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. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Import Files
Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
File Interoperability
As reported in 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
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs.
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) (4)
Custom Commands
As reported in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. 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.
Custom Scripts
Based on 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. 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.
Custom Menus
Ability to create custom menus, sub-menus, and contextual menus. Can create new toolbars and arrange menus in workspace. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Custom Interface
Offers the ability to customize the user interface and tailor the workspace according to the users' specific needs and preferences. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
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. This feature was mentioned in 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews.
Task-based interfaces
Based on 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences.
Manage Multiple Profiles
Based on 18 Autodesk Fusion reviews. Supports multiple user interface customizations, allowing users to store and recall interfaces as needed without closing the application or requiring scripting knowledge.
Command Clarity
Basic commands have clear names and on-cursor documentation, like tooltips and pop-up descriptions, offers clarification of icons and other user interface elements. 18 reviewers of Autodesk Fusion have provided feedback on this feature.
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





