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Autodesk Fusion vs SQLWorks

Both stand on bill of materials software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Autodesk Fusion

Free plan MacWebWindows

Autodesk Fusion lists design, rendering, and 3D print export capabilities, with different access options for paid, personal, and educational use. Check the limits and eligibility of the plan that matches your intended projects.

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SQLWorks

Paid MacWindows

SQLWorks brings production planning, finance, CRM, and inventory into one desktop platform. Its HMRC connection, permissions, backup, and customization options should be weighed against the paid per-user model.

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The facts

Autodesk FusionSQLWorks
Free planYesNo
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onMac, Web, WindowsMac, Windows
Lowest paid planAutodesk Fusion: $57 a monthBuild your SQLWorks: £37 a month
Plans published31
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteautodesk.comsqlworks.co.uk
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Autodesk Fusion: what it does well

  • Available on Windows, macOS, and the web.
  • Includes parametric modeling, sculpting, and animation.
  • Paid plan includes integrated CAD/CAM and team collaboration.
  • A 30-day trial and free plan are listed.

What to know first

  • Paid plan costs $57 a month, billed annually.
  • Personal-use plan has limited functionality.
  • Educational plan is limited to qualifying students and educators.

SQLWorks: what it does well

  • Combines manufacturing and accounting
  • MRP forecasts component requirements
  • HMRC API supports VAT submissions
  • Group permissions override individual settings
  • Cloud backup and audit trail

What to know first

  • No free plan is available
  • Costs £37 per user per month
  • Desktop deployment on macOS and Windows
  • Integration work goes through the development team

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