BricsCAD vs Fusion 360
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Fusion 360? Here's how BricsCAD compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: BricsCAD. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
DWG-native CAD with BIM and point-cloud workflows
Cloud platform for 3D CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB design and engineering.
Headquarters
🇧🇪 BE
🇺🇸 US · 1982
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for certain plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
330 €/user/yr
No
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
12d Synergy, IMPACT by StruSoft, NDT Reveal, MicroStation, Siemens Teamcenter +6
Inventor, AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks (via plugins), Siemens NX (via plugins) +6
Where each one wins
BricsCAD
Strengths
- +Interface closely mirrors AutoCAD, enabling a smooth transition for existing users with familiar ribbon toolbars and commands
- +Fast and reliable performance, with quick loading times and smooth navigation, particularly for high-detail schematics
- +Cost-effective pricing with flexible licensing options, including perpetual licenses and annual subscriptions
- +Comprehensive feature set covering 2D drafting, 3D modeling, mechanical design, and BIM in a single solution
- +Native DWG compatibility and support for AutoCAD files and LISP routines, ensuring seamless integration with existing workflows
- +AI-driven tools that optimize drawings and recognize user intent, enhancing automation capabilities
- +Strong scripting support for .NET, enabling event-driven workflows and advanced CAD automation
- +Reliable customer service with multiple support channels, including email, phone, chat, and a knowledge base
Limitations
- −Customer support response times can be slow, with reports of multi-day waits for ticket resolution
- −Occasional bugs, including crashes, cursor flickering on Mac devices, and performance lags with large files
- −AI tools sometimes fail to execute tasks as instructed, leading to inconsistent results
Fusion 360
Strengths
- +Unified platform for CAD, CAM, and CAE
- +Cloud-based collaboration tools
- +Generative design capabilities
- +Regular feature updates
Limitations
- −Steep learning curve for beginners
- −Requires stable internet connection
- −Limited offline functionality
- −Pricing can be high for small teams
Data residency & compliance
BricsCAD
Fusion 360
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for certain plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II
Pricing
BricsCAD
- BricsCAD Lite 330 € per year (5-seat pack)Essential 2D CAD tools · DWG file compatibility · Includes 1 year of maintenance (support and upgrades)
- BricsCAD Pro 710 € per year / seatProfessional 2D and 3D CAD tools · Direct modeling and 3D solid manipulation · Includes 1 year of maintenance
- BricsCAD Mechanical 998 € per year / seatMechanical design tools for assemblies and sheet metal · 2D-to-3D workflow for legacy DWG drawings · Bill-of-materials generation and inspection workflows
- BricsCAD BIM 1,060 € per year / seatBIM tools for concept-to-documentation workflows · AI-powered classification and Scan-to-BIM automation · IFC 4.3 import/export and RVT/RFA support
- BricsCAD Ultimate 1,176 € per year / seatCombines all features from Mechanical and BIM plans · Full suite of 2D, 3D, mechanical, and BIM tools · Includes 1 year of maintenance
All prices exclude local taxes. Free 30-day trial with full access to BricsCAD Ultimate features.
Fusion 360
No published pricing we could verify.
Pricing is subscription-based; exact figures vary by region and plan. Contact Autodesk for details.
Features
BricsCAD
- 2D Drafting
- Intelligent drafting tools for 2D geometry creation and modification, DWG file compatibility for seamless collaboration, Annotations, dimensioning, layering, and hatching, Block editing and sheet set management
- 3D Modeling
- Direct modeling and 3D solid manipulation, Point cloud support for scan data integration, AI-driven tools for automating repetitive tasks, Import and export of various 3D CAD formats
- Mechanical Design
- Mechanical assembly design and sheet metal fabrication, Bill-of-materials generation and inspection workflows, 2D-to-3D workflow for converting legacy DWG drawings, Editing of non-native mechanical geometry
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Concept-to-documentation workflows for BIM projects, AI-powered classification and Scan-to-BIM automation, IFC 4.3 import/export and RVT/RFA file support, Project database management for BIM data
- Land Surveying & Civil Engineering
- Precision tools for terrain modeling and site layouts, Grading, road design, and parcel mapping, Advanced point cloud data import and processing, Survey drafting and civil engineering workflows
Fusion 360
- Design & Modeling
- Parametric modeling, Surface modeling, Mesh modeling, Assemblies
- Manufacturing
- 2.5-axis to 5-axis milling, Turning, Additive manufacturing, Nesting
- Simulation & Analysis
- Static stress analysis, Modal analysis, Thermal analysis, Buckling analysis
- Electronics
- Schematic capture, PCB layout, Spice simulation, 3D PCB modeling
- Collaboration
- Cloud-based project sharing, Version control, Real-time co-editing, Comments & markups