Fusion
7.0#4 in visual effects software$295 one-timeFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitFusion vs TouchDesigner
TouchDesigner
6.8#10 in visual effects software$300 one-timeFree planmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Fusion | TouchDesigner |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Fusion Connect sends clips from DaVinci Resolve and Avid Media Composer timelines to Fusion and updates the timelines when the composition is rendered. | Derivative lists interoperability with Ableton Live, Max/MSP, Substance Designer, Notch, vvvv, OpenFrameworks, Resolume, and Unity. |
| Purpose | Fusion is node-based compositing software for visual effects artists, broadcast and motion graphic designers, and 3D animators. | TouchDesigner is a real-time 2D and 3D interactive animation product for authoring interactive art, media, and visualization. |
| Support | Blackmagic offers product support through its community forum, email support engineers and telephone support offices. | Forum Support is listed for all license types, while Pro includes six hours of direct support by email or phone. |
Fusion plans
- DaVinci ResolvePriced on request
- DaVinci Resolve—
- Fusion Studio$295, paid once
- DaVinci Resolve (includes Fusion page)Free
TouchDesigner plans
- Non-CommercialFree
- Educational$300, paid once
- Commercial$600, paid once
- Pro$2,200, paid once
Pick Fusion if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick TouchDesigner if…
TouchDesigner suits artists and media makers building interactive work, visualizations, or projection-mapped projects. Its license terms distinguish non-commercial use from paid projects.