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Fusion Mining vs RS2

Fusion Mining logo

Fusion Mining

Mining

Integrated mine development software

From
On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
RS2 logo

RS2

Mining

2D finite element stress analysis for mining

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Fusion Mining no published pricing information; described as a full-service digital product studio; RS2 the RS2 product page shows a USD per year pricing block with no figure filled in, so the annual lease cost is not published
  • They diverge on capability: Fusion Mining covers Geological modeling, RS2 covers 2D finite element analysis.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fusion Mining and RS2 actually diverge.

Attributes where Fusion Mining and RS2 differ
AttributeFusion MiningRS2
Founded20041989

Identical on both: starting price (On request), pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), platforms (Windows), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Mining).

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 Fusion Mining

  • Geological modeling
  • Mine design
  • Resource estimation
  • Database management
  • 3D visualization
  • Leapfrog
  • Vulcan
  • Excel

Only in RS2

  • 2D finite element analysis
  • Stress-strain modeling
  • Slope stability assessment
  • Bolt design
  • Support sizing
  • GeoStudio
  • RocData
  • Dips

Both cover

  • AutoCAD
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

Fusion Mining

  • Geological modelingnot RS2
  • Mine planningnot RS2
  • Resource estimationnot RS2
  • Exploration databasesnot RS2

RS2

  • Two dimensional finite element analysis of slopes, excavations and tunnelsnot Fusion Mining
  • Modelling groundwater seepage and consolidation in geotechnical designsnot Fusion Mining
  • Assessing rock and soil stability for mining and civil engineering projectsnot Fusion Mining

Where each one falls short

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

Fusion Mining

  • No published pricing information; described as a full-service digital product studio
  • Pricing determined through direct consultation based on project scope

RS2

  • The RS2 product page shows a USD per year pricing block with no figure filled in, so the annual lease cost is not published
  • RS2 is sold only as an annual cloud hosted lease; the page describes no perpetual licence
  • The Personal Lease is one seat tied to one user device; using it across several machines requires the Flexible+ lease
  • Hosting licences on a local server rather than Rocscience's RocPortal requires contacting the vendor

Pricing, plan by plan

Fusion Mining

On request
  • Fusion Standard$8500/year
    • Geological modeling
    • Mine design
    • Resource estimation

RS2

On request
  • RS2 Standard$11000/year
    • 2D finite element analysis
    • Slope stability
    • Excavation design

Which should you pick?

Choose Fusion Mining if

  • You need geological modeling.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want mine design.
Fusion Mining review

Choose RS2 if

  • You need 2d finite element analysis.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want stress-strain modeling.
RS2 review

Questions people ask

Is Fusion Mining or RS2 better?
Neither clearly leads. Fusion Mining starts at On request and RS2 at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fusion Mining or RS2?
Fusion Mining starts at On request and RS2 at On request.
Does Fusion Mining or RS2 run on more platforms?
Both run on Windows, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
What is Fusion Mining best used for?
Fusion Mining is most often used for geological modeling, mine planning, resource estimation, exploration databases. Of those, geological modeling and mine planning are not what RS2 is typically brought in for.
What can Fusion Mining do that RS2 cannot?
Fusion Mining covers Geological modeling, Mine design, Resource estimation, Database management. RS2 covers 2D finite element analysis, Stress-strain modeling, Slope stability assessment, Bolt design. Both handle AutoCAD, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fusion Mining: How does Fusion pricing work?

Fusion is a full-service digital product studio offering strategy, design, and technology solutions. No pricing information is published on their website. Interested parties are directed to contact Fusion directly at 1300 849 158 or through their contact page to discuss services and pricing.

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RS2: How is RS2 priced?

RS2 uses an annual subscription licensing model with two options: Personal Lease for one seat and one user device, or Flexible+ Lease for multiple seats with unlimited user devices per seat. Specific pricing is not displayed on the website.

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Fusion Mining: What services does Fusion offer?

Fusion provides strategy, design, and technology services for digital product development. Custom pricing is available based on specific project requirements and scope.

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RS2: Can RS2 be hosted locally?

RS2 uses cloud-hosted licensing managed through RocPortal, though local server hosting is available upon request by contacting the company.

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RS2: How can I find RS2 pricing details?

The website offers a Plans & Pricing FAQ section for additional details, or you can add licenses to your cart for purchase to see current pricing.

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