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Fieldwire vs Fusion 360

Fieldwire logo

Fieldwire

Software

Field management software for construction teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Fusion 360 logo

Fusion 360

Software

Cloud-based 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Fieldwire free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum; Fusion 360 requires paid subscription for professional use
  • They diverge on capability: Fieldwire covers Task management, Fusion 360 covers 3D CAD modeling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fieldwire and Fusion 360 actually diverge.

Attributes where Fieldwire and Fusion 360 differ
AttributeFieldwireFusion 360
PlatformsiOS, AndroidWeb, Windows, macOS
Founded20131982

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Fieldwire

  • Task management
  • Digital blueprints
  • Punch lists
  • Inspections
  • Photo documentation
  • Procore
  • Autodesk BIM 360
  • Box

Only in Fusion 360

  • 3D CAD modeling
  • Simulation
  • CAM programming
  • PCB design
  • Cloud collaboration
  • Autodesk ecosystem
  • Manufacturing partners
  • PLM systems

Both cover

  • Cloud security
  • Data encryption
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Fieldwire

  • Construction task tracking and field coordinationnot Fusion 360
  • Punch list management on mobile devicesnot Fusion 360
  • Project documentation organisationnot Fusion 360
  • Field team communicationnot Fusion 360

Fusion 360

  • Product designnot Fieldwire
  • Prototypingnot Fieldwire
  • Manufacturingnot Fieldwire
  • 3D printingnot Fieldwire
  • Simulationnot Fieldwire

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Fieldwire

  • Free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum
  • Basic plan limited to 100 sheets
  • Advanced features (RFIs, submittals, change orders, budget management) restricted to higher tiers
  • BIM viewer availability gated to Business tier and above

Fusion 360

  • Requires paid subscription for professional use
  • Cloud-based, requires internet connection
  • Free tier limited to students and educators

Pricing, plan by plan

Fieldwire

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fieldwire review.

Fusion 360

Free
  • Personal UseFree
    • Non-commercial use
    • Basic CAD tools
    • Cloud storage
  • Commercial$70/month
    • Full CAD/CAM/CAE
    • Simulation
    • Rendering

Which should you pick?

Choose Fieldwire if

  • You need task management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want digital blueprints.
Fieldwire review

Choose Fusion 360 if

  • You need 3d cad modeling.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want simulation.
Fusion 360 review

Questions people ask

Is Fieldwire or Fusion 360 better?
Neither clearly leads. Fieldwire starts at Free and Fusion 360 at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fieldwire or Fusion 360?
Fieldwire starts at Free and Fusion 360 at Free.
Does Fieldwire or Fusion 360 run on more platforms?
Fieldwire runs on iOS, Android. Fusion 360 runs on Web, Windows, macOS.
Can I use Fieldwire for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Fieldwire best used for?
Fieldwire is most often used for construction task tracking and field coordination, punch list management on mobile devices, project documentation organisation, field team communication. Of those, construction task tracking and field coordination and punch list management on mobile devices are not what Fusion 360 is typically brought in for.
What can Fieldwire do that Fusion 360 cannot?
Fieldwire covers Task management, Digital blueprints, Punch lists, Inspections. Fusion 360 covers 3D CAD modeling, Simulation, CAM programming, PCB design. Both handle Cloud security, Data encryption, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fusion 360: Is Fusion 360 free?

Fusion 360 is free for students, educators, and academic institutions with full features. It offers a 30-day free trial for all users, and a limited personal-use license for hobbyists and makers.

Source
Fusion 360: How much does Fusion 360 cost for professionals?

Fusion 360 professional subscriptions start at $85/month, $680/year, or $2,040 for a 3-year commitment. Startups that qualify can get a discount starting at $150.

Source
Fusion 360: Does Fusion 360 support 3D modeling, CAD, and CAM?

Yes. Fusion 360 is a cloud-based platform that integrates 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE (simulation), and PCB design in one software.

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