# ZBrush, 3ds Max Design, Autodesk Fusion vs SOLIDWORKS Comparison

| | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.7 out of 5 | 4.3 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 104 | 284 | 520 | 645 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (69.9% of reviews) | Small-Business (63.4% of reviews) | Small-Business (68.5% of reviews) | Small-Business (44.3% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | $460 per quarter | $680.00 1 Subscription Per Year | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### ZBrush

Pros:
- 3D Modeling (3 reviews)
- Modeling (3 reviews)

Cons:
- Difficult Learning (2 reviews)
- Limited Modeling Capabilities (2 reviews)

### 3ds Max Design

Pros:
- 3D Modeling (3 reviews)
- Ease of Use (3 reviews)

Cons:
- Difficult Learning (3 reviews)
- High Hardware Requirements (3 reviews)

### Autodesk Fusion

Pros:
- Ease of Use (29 reviews)
- Features (21 reviews)

Cons:
- Difficult Learning (11 reviews)
- Learning Curve (11 reviews)

### SOLIDWORKS

Pros:
- Ease of Use (37 reviews)
- Features (29 reviews)

Cons:
- Performance Issues (17 reviews)
- Slow Performance (15 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.2 (99 reviews) | 8.5 (265 reviews) | 8.8 (447 reviews) | 8.8 (536 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 6.7 (100 reviews) | 6.7 (265 reviews) | 8.6 (452 reviews) | 8.6 (541 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 9.2 (8 reviews) | 7.1 (41 reviews) | 8.8 (121 reviews) | 8.2 (113 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | 7.0 (28 reviews) | 8.5 (54 reviews) | 7.9 (46 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.4 (85 reviews) | 7.7 (232 reviews) | 8.4 (394 reviews) | 8.2 (476 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 8.3 (30 reviews) | 8.8 (55 reviews) | 8.3 (46 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.0 (94 reviews) | 7.5 (258 reviews) | 9.0 (442 reviews) | 8.6 (530 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### ZBrush

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### 3ds Max Design

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Quarterly

Price: $460 per quarter


[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/3ds-max-design/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Autodesk Fusion

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Autodesk Fusion 

Price: $680.00 1 Subscription Per Year

Description: Autodesk Fusion is a cloud-based 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB software platform for professional product design and manufacturing.

Key Features:
- Design and engineer products how you want to ensure aesthetics, form, fit, and function.
- Engineer, design, and create anything with comprehensive electronics and PCB design tools.
- Save time and money and get quality parts out the door faster.

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-fusion/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### SOLIDWORKS

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.7/10 | 181 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.7/10 | 53 |

#### CAD to CAM

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **CAD-CAM Import** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (152 reviews) | 9.0 (42 reviews) | 
| **CAM Data Exchange** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (138 reviews) | 8.8 (42 reviews) | 
| **CAD/CAM Compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (149 reviews) | 8.9 (43 reviews) | 

#### CNC Programming

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **CNC Workflows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (138 reviews) | 8.7 (39 reviews) | 
| **CNC Feature Recognition** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (130 reviews) | 8.6 (38 reviews) | 
| **Programming Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (130 reviews) | 8.4 (37 reviews) | 

#### Machining

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Job Set-up** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (135 reviews) | 8.6 (39 reviews) | 
| **Operations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (133 reviews) | 8.7 (39 reviews) | 
| **Tooling and Toolpaths** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (135 reviews) | 8.8 (39 reviews) | 

### 3D Modeling

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | 7.8/10 | 32 |
| **3ds Max Design** | 8.0/10 | 80 |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Sculpting** | 9.6 (31 reviews) | 8.2 (67 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Topology** | 8.9 (28 reviews) | 7.9 (65 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drawing** | 7.2 (25 reviews) | 7.8 (67 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Brush Variety ** | 9.2 (27 reviews) | 6.9 (59 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Effects** | 7.0 (23 reviews) | 8.3 (69 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Move

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Animate** | 4.5 (22 reviews) | 8.3 (67 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Render** | 6.6 (25 reviews) | 8.8 (75 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Views** | 8.4 (27 reviews) | 9.0 (72 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Store & Manage

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Pipeline ** | 8.5 (28 reviews) | 8.0 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Controls** | 8.1 (27 reviews) | 8.3 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Template library ** | 8.2 (27 reviews) | 7.7 (64 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | 6.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### General-Purpose CAD

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.6/10 | 102 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.8/10 | 113 |

#### Design

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (100 reviews) | 9.5 (108 reviews) | 
| **Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (100 reviews) | 9.4 (108 reviews) | 
| **Visualize ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (99 reviews) | 9.2 (104 reviews) | 
| **Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (97 reviews) | 8.1 (101 reviews) | 

#### Edit

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **File Import ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (96 reviews) | 8.5 (99 reviews) | 
| **Push/Pull** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (92 reviews) | 8.3 (91 reviews) | 
| **Views** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (94 reviews) | 9.3 (102 reviews) | 
| **Grips ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (87 reviews) | 8.3 (86 reviews) | 

#### Collaboration

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Annotate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (86 reviews) | 8.6 (95 reviews) | 
| **Documentation ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (94 reviews) | 9.0 (97 reviews) | 
| **Data Extract** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (90 reviews) | 8.4 (91 reviews) | 

### 3D Painting

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | 8.5/10 | 15 |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |

#### Design

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Brush Variety** | 9.6 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Color** | 9.5 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Effects** | 7.1 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Detail

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Sculpt** | 9.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dynamic Tessellation** | 9.4 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Texture ** | 9.0 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Unwrap** | 6.7 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **UV Mapping** | 6.7 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Logistics

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Import** | 8.3 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integrations** | 9.0 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Export** | 8.5 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### CAD Libraries

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.6/10 | 31 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.9/10 | 35 |

#### Library

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Categorize** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (25 reviews) | 8.9 (29 reviews) | 
| **Search** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (25 reviews) | 8.6 (28 reviews) | 
| **Deduplication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (25 reviews) | 8.4 (28 reviews) | 
| **Feedback** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (26 reviews) | 8.6 (23 reviews) | 

#### CAD

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (25 reviews) | 8.8 (24 reviews) | 
| **Models** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (29 reviews) | 9.4 (30 reviews) | 
| **Compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (29 reviews) | 9.1 (29 reviews) | 

#### Integration

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Catalogs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (28 reviews) | 8.5 (26 reviews) | 
| **CAD & PLM** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (25 reviews) | 9.6 (29 reviews) | 
| **ERP** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (20 reviews) | 8.6 (25 reviews) | 

### CAD Data Exchange

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.7/10 | 28 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.8/10 | 34 |

#### Data

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D Format** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (25 reviews) | 9.3 (29 reviews) | 
| **Data Quality** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (23 reviews) | 8.8 (27 reviews) | 
| **Extra Information** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (20 reviews) | 8.3 (26 reviews) | 
| **Standard Format** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (23 reviews) | 9.0 (27 reviews) | 
| **Translate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (23 reviews) | 8.3 (24 reviews) | 
| **Validation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (22 reviews) | 8.7 (25 reviews) | 

#### Logistics

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Integrate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (25 reviews) | 9.1 (25 reviews) | 

### Additive Manufacturing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.1/10 | 191 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 7.9/10 | 66 |

#### File Support - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **STL Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (178 reviews) | 8.7 (61 reviews) | 
| **3MF Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (100 reviews) | 8.5 (47 reviews) | 
| **OBJ Compatible** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (142 reviews) | 8.4 (52 reviews) | 

#### File Editing - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Mesh Repair** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (144 reviews) | 7.5 (55 reviews) | 
| **File Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (171 reviews) | 8.6 (60 reviews) | 

#### Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Standalone Slicer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (127 reviews) | 7.6 (49 reviews) | 
| **Inetgrated 3D Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (167 reviews) | 8.8 (58 reviews) | 

#### Software Type - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Cloud-based Platform** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (173 reviews) | 7.7 (48 reviews) | 
| **Downloadable Application** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (170 reviews) | 8.6 (53 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.0 (23 reviews) | 6.0 (20 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.1 (24 reviews) | 6.1 (20 reviews) | 

#### Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Material Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Building Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Slicing Optimization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### CAD Viewers

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.7/10 | 117 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 9.0/10 | 49 |

#### File Options

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Import files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (111 reviews) | 8.9 (44 reviews) | 
| **Export files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (109 reviews) | 9.1 (43 reviews) | 
| **View 2D files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (105 reviews) | 9.1 (43 reviews) | 
| **View 3D files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (112 reviews) | 9.3 (44 reviews) | 
| **Batch convert files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (73 reviews) | 8.3 (35 reviews) | 
| **File size** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (101 reviews) | 8.3 (41 reviews) | 

#### Tools

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Dimensioning tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (112 reviews) | 9.5 (43 reviews) | 
| **Change units** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (109 reviews) | 9.1 (41 reviews) | 
| **3D/solid modeling tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (109 reviews) | 9.2 (43 reviews) | 

#### Design

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (111 reviews) | 9.4 (43 reviews) | 

### PCB Design

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.5/10 | 36 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.2/10 | 15 |

#### Design

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **PCB layout editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (31 reviews) | 7.9 (12 reviews) | 
| **Schematic editor** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (32 reviews) | 7.8 (12 reviews) | 

#### Tools

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D modeling tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (34 reviews) | 9.2 (13 reviews) | 
| **Component placement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (34 reviews) | 8.7 (13 reviews) | 

#### Library

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Component libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (32 reviews) | 8.2 (13 reviews) | 

#### Platform

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Board size** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (33 reviews) | 8.6 (13 reviews) | 
| **Layers** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (32 reviews) | 8.1 (12 reviews) | 

#### Customization

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom commands** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (33 reviews) | 7.8 (12 reviews) | 
| **Custom interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (32 reviews) | 8.3 (12 reviews) | 

### Simulation & CAE

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.4/10 | 127 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.2/10 | 65 |

#### Design

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (116 reviews) | 9.2 (63 reviews) | 
| **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (117 reviews) | 9.0 (63 reviews) | 
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (116 reviews) | 8.8 (63 reviews) | 
| **Rendering tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (108 reviews) | 7.7 (61 reviews) | 

#### Tools

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Fluid analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (63 reviews) | 7.8 (55 reviews) | 
| **Finite element analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (81 reviews) | 7.8 (57 reviews) | 
| **Multibody dynamics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (73 reviews) | 7.3 (50 reviews) | 

#### Work

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Discrete event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (66 reviews) | 7.4 (42 reviews) | 
| **Continuous event modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (67 reviews) | 7.6 (43 reviews) | 
| **Mechanical event simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (83 reviews) | 8.3 (52 reviews) | 
| **Manufacturing process simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (76 reviews) | 8.1 (45 reviews) | 
| **Integrate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (72 reviews) | 8.4 (48 reviews) | 

#### Environment

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (97 reviews) | 8.3 (54 reviews) | 
| **Task** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (87 reviews) | 8.3 (52 reviews) | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (84 reviews) | 8.1 (50 reviews) | 
| **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (102 reviews) | 8.6 (54 reviews) | 

### 3D Rendering

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Animation

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | N/A | N/A |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Image-to-Text** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Animation

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ZBrush** | N/A | N/A |
| **3ds Max Design** | N/A | N/A |
| **Autodesk Fusion** | 8.9/10 | 22 |
| **SOLIDWORKS** | 8.4/10 | 46 |

#### Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **3D/solid modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (20 reviews) | 9.5 (37 reviews) | 
| **Rendering Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (19 reviews) | 8.7 (28 reviews) | 
| **Drawing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (19 reviews) | 9.2 (31 reviews) | 
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (20 reviews) | 9.1 (26 reviews) | 
| **Text Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (19 reviews) | 7.7 (25 reviews) | 

#### File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Export Files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (22 reviews) | 8.6 (31 reviews) | 
| **Import Files** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.1 (21 reviews) | 8.6 (27 reviews) | 
| **File Interoperability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (19 reviews) | 8.3 (29 reviews) | 
| **Backwards compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (19 reviews) | 8.0 (26 reviews) | 
| **File size** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (19 reviews) | 7.3 (33 reviews) | 

#### Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Custom Commands** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (19 reviews) | 8.4 (23 reviews) | 
| **Custom Scripts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (20 reviews) | 8.4 (24 reviews) | 
| **Custom Menus** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (19 reviews) | 7.6 (24 reviews) | 
| **Custom Interface** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (19 reviews) | 8.2 (24 reviews) | 

#### Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

| Feature | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Hardware support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (18 reviews) | 8.0 (27 reviews) | 
| **Task-based interfaces** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (19 reviews) | 8.4 (23 reviews) | 
| **Manage Multiple Profiles** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (19 reviews) | 7.9 (23 reviews) | 
| **Command Clarity** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (18 reviews) | 9.0 (28 reviews) | 

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## Categories

**Unique to ZBrush (3):** [3D Painting Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-painting), [3D Modeling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling), [3D Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-rendering)

**Unique to 3ds Max Design (5):** [Animation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/animation), [3D Modeling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling), [3D Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-rendering), [VR Visualization Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/vr-visualization), [Virtual Reality (VR) Game Engines](https://www.g2.com/categories/vr-game-engine)

**Unique to Autodesk Fusion (10):** [CAD Viewers](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers), [Additive Manufacturing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/additive-manufacturing), [CAD Data Exchange Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-data-exchange), [CAD Libraries](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-libraries), [Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/computer-aided-manufacturing-cam), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [PCB Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/pcb-design)

**Unique to SOLIDWORKS (10):** [Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad), [General-Purpose CAD Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad), [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae), [CAD Viewers](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers), [Sketching Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching), [PCB Design Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/pcb-design), [Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/computer-aided-manufacturing-cam), [CAD Libraries](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-libraries), [CAD Data Exchange Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-data-exchange), [Additive Manufacturing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/additive-manufacturing)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | ZBrush | 3ds Max Design | Autodesk Fusion | SOLIDWORKS | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 69.9% | 63.4% | 68.5% | 44.3% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 20.4% | 23.7% | 21.7% | 33.9% | 
| **Enterprise** | 9.7% | 12.9% | 9.8% | 21.8% | 

### By Industry

#### ZBrush

- **Computer Games:** 17.5%
- **Animation:** 16.5%
- **Design:** 10.7%
- **Entertainment:** 8.7%
- **Graphic Design:** 5.8%
- **Motion Pictures and Film:** 4.9%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 3.9%
- **Architecture & Planning:** 3.9%
- **Arts and Crafts:** 3.9%
- **Media Production:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 21.4%

#### 3ds Max Design

- **Architecture & Planning:** 26.8%
- **Design:** 16.1%
- **Animation:** 6.4%
- **Computer Games:** 5.0%
- **Graphic Design:** 4.3%
- **Civil Engineering:** 2.9%
- **Education Management:** 2.5%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 2.5%
- **Automotive:** 2.1%
- **Computer Software:** 2.1%
- **Other:** 29.3%

#### Autodesk Fusion

- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 16.1%
- **Design:** 13.9%
- **Automotive:** 8.1%
- **Higher Education:** 5.0%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 4.0%
- **Consumer Goods:** 3.6%
- **Construction:** 2.8%
- **Machinery:** 2.4%
- **Medical Devices:** 2.4%
- **Manufacturing:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 39.7%

#### SOLIDWORKS

- **Mechanical or Industrial Engineering:** 23.0%
- **Design:** 11.7%
- **Automotive:** 6.6%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 5.9%
- **Medical Devices:** 5.8%
- **Machinery:** 5.6%
- **Higher Education:** 4.6%
- **Aviation & Aerospace:** 4.5%
- **Oil & Energy:** 3.0%
- **Consumer Goods:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 27.0%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to ZBrush

- [3D Coat](https://www.g2.com/products/3d-coat/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (21 reviews)
- [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Maya](https://www.g2.com/products/maya/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (267 reviews)
- [Modo](https://www.g2.com/products/modo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (86 reviews)
- [Adobe Dimension](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-dimension/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (72 reviews)
- [Mudbox](https://www.g2.com/products/mudbox/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (51 reviews)
- [Houdini](https://www.g2.com/products/houdini/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (36 reviews)
- [Unity](https://www.g2.com/products/unity/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (364 reviews)
- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1327 reviews)
- [Adobe Substance 3D Painter](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-substance-3d-painter/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (110 reviews)

### Alternatives to 3ds Max Design

- [Unity](https://www.g2.com/products/unity/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (364 reviews)
- [Blender](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Cinema 4D](https://www.g2.com/products/cinema-4d/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (137 reviews)
- [Modo](https://www.g2.com/products/modo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (86 reviews)
- [LightWave 3D](https://www.g2.com/products/lightwave-3d/reviews) — 3.9/5 stars (29 reviews)
- [KeyShot](https://www.g2.com/products/keyshot/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (182 reviews)
- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1327 reviews)
- [Enscape 3D](https://www.g2.com/products/enscape-3d/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (416 reviews)
- [Adobe Dimension](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-dimension/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (72 reviews)
- [Substance Designer](https://www.g2.com/products/substance-designer/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (56 reviews)

### Alternatives to Autodesk Fusion

- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (725 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (629 reviews)
- [Altium Develop](https://www.g2.com/products/altium-develop/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1050 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1327 reviews)
- [Designcenter](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (628 reviews)
- [CATIA](https://www.g2.com/products/catia/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (255 reviews)
- [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews)
- [NX CAM](https://www.g2.com/products/nx-cam/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (332 reviews)
- [DraftSight](https://www.g2.com/products/draftsight/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (209 reviews)

### Alternatives to SOLIDWORKS

- [Onshape](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (725 reviews)
- [Designcenter Solid Edge](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter-solid-edge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (629 reviews)
- [Inventor](https://www.g2.com/products/inventor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [Creo](https://www.g2.com/products/creo-2025-08-26/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [AutoCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1938 reviews)
- [SketchUp](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1327 reviews)
- [Designcenter](https://www.g2.com/products/designcenter/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (628 reviews)
- [IronCAD](https://www.g2.com/products/ironcad/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (43 reviews)
- [MATLAB](https://www.g2.com/products/matlab/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (770 reviews)
- [MicroStation](https://www.g2.com/products/microstation/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (416 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### ZBrush

- Title: [Is ZBrush free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-zbrush-free) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "NO"
- Title: [What can ZBrush be used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-can-zbrush-be-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Digital sculpture and modeling to be use animation, print or games. "
- Title: [In The near futuro, Will you upgrade the rendering options and camera controls?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/in-the-near-futuro-will-you-upgrade-the-rendering-options-and-camera-controls) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "By Anonymous
Many binary operations are rippers. I invested about $320,000 then i decided to withdraw after several week but the withdrawal wasn't..."
- Title: [Is there a way to have a 3D sculpt that has been converted to an image file?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-a-way-to-have-a-3d-sculpt-that-has-been-converted-to-an-image-file) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hey Shariece,

Thanks for the question.

I'm having a little bit of trouble figuring out what your question is asking, I'm going to assume this is the..."

### 3ds Max Design

- Title: [Is 3ds max free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-3ds-max-free) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "No one can try it in trail period but it's not free"
- Title: [What is 3ds Max Design used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-3ds-max-design-used-for) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "<p>3ds Max Design is mainly used for creating high-quality 3D models and realistic visualizations, especially in architecture and interior design. Designers..."
- Title: [What is the difference between 3ds Max and 3ds Max Design?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-difference-between-3ds-max-and-3ds-max-design) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "3ds Max Design version has an additional module for lighting analysis (Exposure) useful for architects, and - unlike the Max version - it does not include..."
- Title: [I need a 3d max exterior design](https://www.g2.com/discussions/i-need-a-3d-max-exterior-design) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "This tutorial succinctly summarizes the most effective way to convert an image to a 3d object in 3ds Max: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtkvRFMVsds"
- Title: [When will you implement TyFLow definitively?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/quando-implementerete-tyflow-definitavmente) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "It is still in beta. Unless Autodesk is able to buy out Tyson Ibele and TyFlow then it will always be a plugin you have to purchase (unless he makes it open..."

### Autodesk Fusion

- Title: [Does Fusion 360 require cloud credits?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/cloud-credits) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Each annual subscription comes with 100 cloud credits. Cloud credits are needed for advanced simulation, generative design, and cloud-rendering."
- Title: [What do I need to run Fusion 360?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/system-requirements-7d07ee73-2cf0-420d-bb26-c8985e5c3cc8) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Operating System	Apple® macOS™ Mojave v10.14;Apple® macOS™ High Sierra v10.13; Apple® macOS™ Sierra v10.12
Note: Support for Mac® OS® X v10.11.x (El..."
- Title: [What is Fusion 360 used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-fusion-360-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Fusion 360 is a start-to-finish product design and development tool.
Fusion's core product offerings include CAD/CAM/CAE and PCB design capabilities. With..."
- Title: [Is Fusion 360 still free for hobbyists?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/fusion-360-is-fusion-360-still-free-for-hobbyists) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, you just have to use the Educational Version. And you can only have 10 editable/active projects. If you want more than 10 projects, you have to make..."
- Title: [Is Fusion 360 a CAD software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-fusion-360-a-cad-software) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, and so much more."

### SOLIDWORKS

- Title: [What is SOLIDWORKS used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-solidworks-used-for) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "A person can use SolidWorks for many things, Part modeling, Assembly Testing, rendering, Creating working animation of any machine or product. Start..."
- Title: [How to stop or cancel a ongoing command.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-to-stop-or-cancel-a-ongoing-command) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "By pressing escape key."
- Title: [best use o this software](https://www.g2.com/discussions/35425-best-use-o-this-software) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Making 2D sketches and extruding them to make 3d sketches."
- Title: [Where is the Features toolbar in Solidworks?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/where-is-the-features-toolbar-in-solidworks) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Right-click in the window border, click Toolbars, and select or clear a toolbar name.
Click Tools > Customize. On the Toolbars tab, select the toolbars to..."
- Title: [What are features in Solidworks?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-features-in-solidworks) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Solidworks have so many feature like sketch tool, Part modeling, Assembly modeling, Drawing Tool, Sheet metal, weldments, Surface modeling, Rendering Tool,..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/zbrush-vs-3ds-max-design-vs-autodesk-fusion-vs-solidworks)