Is it truly free? What are the catches? And can you actually run a small business with it?
For years, the maker movement, 3D printing hobbyists, and solo entrepreneurs faced a harsh reality: professional-grade CAD software was expensive. Autodesk changed the game when it introduced a free tier of its powerful Fusion 360 platform. Today, the Fusion 360 Personal license (often called the "Start-up" or "Hobbyist" license) remains one of the most debated topics in the design community. fusion 360 personal
However, if you are serious about moving into product design or sending files to machine shops, the lack of and multi-sheet drawings will eventually force you to pay. Autodesk is betting that you will fall in love with the workflow and upgrade. Is it truly free