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Autodesk Fusion 360 vs VCarve: catalog facts
Autodesk Fusion 360VCarve
Freemium

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

Paid

One-off purchase with a free trial and paid upgrades to higher tiers.

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
  • Design, toolpath and preview in one program
  • 2.5D and V-carving toolpaths
  • 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; Mac users need Vectric Spark instead
  • Full 3D modelling requires Aspire
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License: Proprietary
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 October 2, 2026

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