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Fusion 360


Fusion 360: Cloud-based 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE platform

Field operations management for installing, inspecting and maintaining physical work
As of 28 August 2026, Fulcrum starts at $39/month. Offline-capable field data collection app for inspections and fieldwork, used in manufacturing, construction and utilities. Softwr lists it under Manufacturing.
Overview
Offline-capable field data collection app for inspections and fieldwork, used in manufacturing, construction and utilities.
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Pricing
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Professional
$43 /mo
Elite
$39 /mo
Enterprise
On request
Answered, with sources
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Professional and Elite plans cost $43 per month for monthly billing or $55 per user per month when billed annually. Enterprise pricing is custom and requires contacting Fulcrum.
SourceProfessional includes 100 GB storage, Elite includes 500 GB storage, and Enterprise includes unlimited storage. Additional storage blocks of 20 GB cost $2.20 USD per month.
SourceMonthly pricing is only available during the first 12 months as a Fulcrum customer. After 12 months, the company learns your usage pattern and offers pricing with an annual commitment required.
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