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Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
(493)
4.5 out of 5
Autodesk Fusion
By Autodesk
Grasshopper
Grasshopper
(151)
3.9 out of 5
Grasshopper
By GoTo
At a Glance
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
Star Rating
(493)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,465.00 1 Subscription Per Year
Free Trial is available
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Grasshopper
Grasshopper
Star Rating
(151)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$14.00 Per Month
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Autodesk Fusion vs Grasshopper

When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found Autodesk Fusion easier to use, set up, and administer. Reviewers also preferred doing business with Autodesk Fusion overall.

  • Reviewers felt that Autodesk Fusion meets the needs of their business better than Grasshopper.
  • When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Autodesk Fusion is the preferred option.
  • For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Autodesk Fusion over Grasshopper.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion Manufacturing Extension - Subscription
$1,465.00
1 Subscription Per Year
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Grasshopper
True Solo
$14.00
Per Month
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Free Trial
Autodesk Fusion
Free Trial is available
Grasshopper
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
424
8.3
122
Ease of Use
8.6
428
8.1
123
Ease of Setup
8.7
93
7.9
63
Ease of Admin
8.5
53
8.3
61
Quality of Support
8.4
371
7.7
106
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
54
7.6
60
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
420
6.0
121
Features by Category
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)Hide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
8.6
1,181
Not enough data
CAD to CAM
8.9
143
Not enough data
8.8
131
Not enough data
8.8
138
Not enough data
CNC Programming
8.6
131
Not enough data
8.4
125
Not enough data
8.4
124
Not enough data
Machining
8.5
130
Not enough data
8.7
128
Not enough data
8.7
131
Not enough data
General-Purpose CADHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
8.6
894
Not enough data
Design
9.0
85
Not enough data
9.2
85
Not enough data
9.0
85
Not enough data
8.6
83
Not enough data
Edit
8.3
83
Not enough data
8.6
81
Not enough data
8.8
81
Not enough data
8.7
76
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.9
75
Not enough data
7.8
81
Not enough data
8.2
79
Not enough data
CAD LibrariesHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.7
247
Not enough data
Library
9.1
24
Not enough data
8.5
24
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
8.6
25
Not enough data
CAD
8.7
24
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
9.1
28
Not enough data
Integration
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.6
24
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
CAD Data ExchangeHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
8.6
157
Not enough data
Data
8.9
23
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.5
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Not enough data
8.8
22
Not enough data
Logistics
8.5
24
Not enough data
3D PrintingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
8.6
1,337
Not enough data
File Support
9.0
172
Not enough data
8.7
97
Not enough data
8.7
139
Not enough data
File Editing
7.8
140
Not enough data
8.6
168
Not enough data
Software Integrations
7.8
124
Not enough data
9.1
162
Not enough data
Software Type
8.5
168
Not enough data
8.9
167
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
CAD ViewersHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.7
1,042
Not enough data
File Options
9.1
110
Not enough data
8.7
108
Not enough data
8.3
104
Not enough data
9.2
111
Not enough data
7.9
72
Not enough data
8.4
100
Not enough data
Tools
8.3
111
Not enough data
8.8
108
Not enough data
9.2
108
Not enough data
Design
8.8
110
Not enough data
PCB DesignHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
8.5
278
Not enough data
Design
8.5
29
Not enough data
8.4
30
Not enough data
Tools
9.1
33
Not enough data
8.8
32
Not enough data
Library
8.3
30
Not enough data
Platform
8.5
31
Not enough data
8.5
30
Not enough data
Customization
7.8
32
Not enough data
8.2
31
Not enough data
Simulation & CAEHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
8.4
1,376
Not enough data
Design
9.1
114
Not enough data
8.8
115
Not enough data
9.0
114
Not enough data
8.6
106
Not enough data
Tools
7.2
61
Not enough data
8.4
79
Not enough data
8.1
71
Not enough data
Work
8.0
64
Not enough data
8.1
65
Not enough data
8.3
81
Not enough data
8.3
74
Not enough data
8.2
70
Not enough data
Environment
8.6
95
Not enough data
8.5
85
Not enough data
8.4
82
Not enough data
9.0
100
Not enough data
Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
8.7
197
Not enough data
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.5
11
Not enough data
8.5
11
Not enough data
9.3
10
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
9.1
11
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
7.9
11
Not enough data
8.5
11
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
8.6
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.5
11
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
VoIPHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
Not enough data
7.5
408
Basic Communication
Not enough data
8.9
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.8
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
5.1
13
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
40
|
Verified
Access
Not enough data
6.3
20
Not enough data
6.4
18
Not enough data
8.4
55
|
Verified
Advanced Features
Not enough data
7.8
62
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
54
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
53
|
Verified
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
Grasshopper
Grasshopper
Autodesk Fusion and Grasshopper share no categories
Unique Categories
Autodesk Fusion
Grasshopper
Grasshopper is categorized as VoIP
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
69.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
20.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.8%
Grasshopper
Grasshopper
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
86.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
9.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.7%
Reviewers' Industry
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
16.2%
Design
14.3%
Automotive
8.3%
Higher Education
4.8%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
4.0%
Other
52.4%
Grasshopper
Grasshopper
Information Technology and Services
10.0%
Consumer Services
6.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.3%
Internet
5.3%
Financial Services
4.7%
Other
68.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Juan M.
JM
Juan M.
Verified User in Medical Devices

The best quality of Autodesk Fusion 360 is its intuitive and user-friendly interface, combined with its powerful capabilities. From sketching designs to building various types of objects, and working seamlessly with meshes, surfaces, solids, and components,...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Jared B.
JB
Jared B.
Verified User in Railroad Manufacture

Parametric modelling has some issues. Mainly the history tree is finicky, things like changing sketches will rename certain lines and arcs (even though all your doing is resizing). This leads to further errors down the design tree. When new lines or arcs...

Grasshopper
Grasshopper
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Kaytlyn G.
KG
Kaytlyn G.
Verified User in Sporting Goods

The set up process and the entire interface is so simple and easy to use. Once you have your phone numbers synced you have complete control so any changes can easily be made. The changes take affect immediately so there is no lag time if something needs to...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Chrystal C.
CC
Chrystal C.
Verified User in Consulting

The support function was a nightmare as was the signup process. They closed my account fo rnon payment,.. then issued a blanket statement saying their policy doest allow for refunds of any kind, and finally the support function just goes in circles. It was...

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Discussions
Autodesk Fusion
Autodesk Fusion Discussions
What do I need to run Fusion 360?
2 comments
Kyler Z.
KZ
If this helps, below is listed what I'm currently running. I have no trouble with my computer not keeping up. The only occasional issue is with a large file...Read more
Does Fusion 360 require cloud credits?
2 comments
Kyler Z.
KZ
I don't find that I need them. I've used some of the credits I have for cloud simulation computing, but it's just as easy to run a simulation using local...Read more
Looking for RS232 terminal software
1 comment
Nick P.
NP
The link provided appears to be a URL for an Autodesk Fusion 360 app or extension. It includes details such as the app's ID, language, and operating system...Read more
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Grasshopper
Grasshopper Discussions
What is Grasshopper software used for?
1 comment
Amber S.
AS
Grasshopper is used as a business calling app on your personal phone. You can take the office with you anywhere. The office number is what they will call but...Read more
What is Grasshopper connect?
1 comment
Curtis g.
CG
No idea unfortunately, I apologizeRead more
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