Mechanical design and simulation CAD for engineered products and assemblies.
Why we recommend it
Its strength is large assemblies and mechanical simulation, where Fusion 360 starts to strain.
Strengths
- Handles very large assemblies
- Strong simulation tools
- Good sheet metal and frame design
Keep in mind
- Expensive
- Windows only
How much does Autodesk Inventor cost?
$310/mo or $2,480/yr — Subscription.
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