Fusion with PowerShape
6.7#32 in 3d cad softwareWindows
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SOLIDWORKS
8.3#3 in 3d cad softwareFrom $48 a yearWebmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Fusion with PowerShape | SOLIDWORKS |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1982 | 1993 |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California | Waltham, Massachusetts, USA |
| Simulation | The product includes mechanical and thermal simulation tools to verify 3D designs. | The SOLIDWORKS portfolio includes simulation tools to test designs, analyze performance, optimize efficiency and assess durability. |
| Support | Purchases include 8x5 live support during local business hours; Autodesk also lists 24/7 support options for certain Success Plans. | Online purchases include technical support and access to getting-started resources covering installation, onboarding and tutorials. |
Fusion with PowerShape plans
- Fusion with PowerShape subscriptionPriced on request
SOLIDWORKS plans
- SOLIDWORKS Design Standard with Cloud Services$2,820 a year
- SOLIDWORKS Design Professional with Cloud Services$3,456 a year
- SOLIDWORKS Design Premium with Cloud Services$4,716 a year
- SOLIDWORKS for Makers$48 a year
Pick Fusion with PowerShape if…
Fusion with PowerShape suits manufacturers, manufacturing engineers, and CNC machine operators preparing designs for production. Its modeling, repair, CAM-geometry, and simulation tools are relevant to complex part workflows.
Pick SOLIDWORKS if…
SOLIDWORKS suits people and organizations working with 3D product design, including industrial, medical, scientific, consumer, educational, technology, and transportation markets. Students can use Design Standard at no cost, while Makers is aimed at personal, non-commercial use.