Fusion
7.1#4 in visual effects software$295 one-timeFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitFusion vs Isadora
What both publish
| Fact | Fusion | Isadora |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Fusion Connect sends clips from DaVinci Resolve and Avid Media Composer timelines to Fusion and updates the timelines when the composition is rendered. | The maker describes IzzyCast for transmitting video, audio, and data between computers running Isadora, and says Isadora can interface with other performance software and hardware. |
| Purpose | Fusion is node-based compositing software for visual effects artists, broadcast and motion graphic designers, and 3D animators. | Isadora combines a media server video and audio processing engine with a visual programming environment for media playback and interactive work. |
| Support | Blackmagic offers product support through its community forum, email support engineers and telephone support offices. | The maker provides a support site with ticket submission, license help, technical support articles, and tutorials. |
| Supported systems | Blackmagic lists Fusion Studio 21.1 downloads for Mac OS, Linux, Windows x86 and Windows ARM. | Isadora 4 supports 64-bit Windows 10 through 11 and macOS 10.14 through macOS 26.x on Intel or Apple silicon processors. |
Fusion plans
- DaVinci ResolvePriced on request
- DaVinci Resolve—
- Fusion Studio$295, paid once
- DaVinci Resolve (includes Fusion page)Free
Isadora plans
- Isadora 7-Day Rental$17.50, paid once
- Isadora 30-Day Rental$30, paid once
- Isadora Yearly Subscription$199 a year
- Isadora 3 to Isadora 4 upgrade$325, paid once
- Isadora 4 Perpetual$725, paid once
- Isadora 4 USB Key$875, paid once
Pick Fusion if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Isadora if…
It suits performers, projection artists and installation creators working with interactive video, audio, lighting or sensor data. It also serves users who need node-based programming on macOS or Windows.