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Autodesk Fusion 360 vs Alibre Atom3D: catalog facts
Autodesk Fusion 360Alibre Atom3D
Freemium

Free tier for personal use, with paid subscriptions for commercial use and advanced…

Paid

Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the…

Windows, macOS Windows
  • Combines CAD, CAM, and simulation in one subscription instead of separate tools
  • Free personal-use tier makes it accessible to hobbyists and makers
  • Supports parametric part modeling
  • Targets hobby fabrication and 3D printing
  • Cloud-connected design means an internet connection is effectively required for full functionality
  • Free tier has feature and project-count limits compared to paid subscriptions
  • Windows only; advanced capabilities belong to other Alibre editions.
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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