Diaz Editor vs Autodesk Fusion
$3,400 over 5 years cloud CAM-CAD — or €197 once for building CAD.
Different tools for different problems. Autodesk Fusion is product/CAM-focused, cloud-tethered. Diaz Editor is building-scale, local-only, one-time pricing. Honest fit-check for tradespeople comparing both.
TL;DR
Autodesk Fusion is Autodesk's product-design + CAM platform (machining, 3D printing, parametric modeling). Commercial tier $680/year, cloud-tethered, hobbyist-free. Diaz Editor is building-scale CAD: sketch a building, place components, export PDF/DXF. €197 lifetime, local, no cloud. They solve different problems — pick the one that fits your work.
When Autodesk Fusion is the right choice
- You do CAM (CNC machining, milling, lathe toolpaths) or design parts for 3D printing.
- You need parametric/feature-based modeling for product design (mechanical engineering, industrial design).
- You already use Autodesk Construction Cloud or want cloud-based team collaboration.
- The free hobbyist tier matches your non-commercial use case.
When Diaz Editor fits better
- You work at building scale (carpentry, contracting, installation, work-preparation, interior, solar).
- You want a one-time payment, not a $680/year subscription.
- You need local-only — no Autodesk cloud, no time-boxed offline mode.
- Your deliverable is a client-ready PDF + DXF, not a CAM toolpath.
- Building hierarchy (site → building → level → walls → components) matters more to you than parametric features.
Side-by-side: features that matter
| Feature | Diaz Editor | Autodesk Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Building-scale 3D editor | ✓ hierarchical | — (part-scale) |
| 2D CAD module | ✓ DXF | 2D drawings |
| CAM / toolpaths | — | ✓ CNC + 3D print |
| Parametric features | — (direct modeling) | ✓ feature tree |
| Component library (trade) | 30+ items | — (general parts) |
| PDF export | ✓ built-in | ✓ |
| Works fully offline | ✓ | — (cloud-tethered) |
| Cloud account required | — | Autodesk ID |
| Free hobbyist tier | — (trial only) | limited |
| No subscription (commercial) | ✓ one-time | $680/yr |
Source: Autodesk Fusion pricing page + Diaz Editor v0.3 changelog. Updated May 2026.
Pricing over 5 years — concrete numbers
Autodesk Fusion Commercial
Diaz Editor — licence
Difference over 5 years: ~€3,000 stays in your pocket if your work is building-scale. The price is €197 once.
Honest verdict
For building-scale tradespeople
Diaz Editor is the right tool. Autodesk Fusion can model a building, but the workflow is part-design-shaped. Diaz Editor's site → building → level hierarchy is purpose-built. Save €3,000 and use a tool that matches your work.
For CAM and product design
Autodesk Fusion wins clearly. CNC toolpaths, 3D print prep, parametric feature trees — Diaz Editor doesn't compete here. Different problem, different tool.
Frequently asked questions
Is Autodesk Fusion right for building-scale CAD?
Autodesk Fusion is optimised for product design and CAM at part scale. It can model buildings, but the workflow is awkward — no built-in floor/level hierarchy, no architectural component library. Diaz Editor is purpose-built for building-scale.
Is Autodesk Fusion free for hobbyists?
The personal-use tier is free but limited to non-commercial use under $1,000/year revenue (renewable 3-year license). For paid client work you need the commercial tier at $680/year. Diaz Editor allows commercial use at €197 lifetime.
Does Autodesk Fusion work offline?
Autodesk Fusion requires Autodesk cloud for storage and license verification. Offline mode is limited and time-boxed. Diaz Editor is a true desktop app — no cloud, no time-box.
Can I do CAM in Diaz Editor?
No. Diaz Editor focuses on building-scale design + PDF/DXF. For CNC or 3D printing toolpaths, Autodesk Fusion (or PrusaSlicer/Cura) fits better. Different problems.
Pricing over 5 years?
Autodesk Fusion commercial $680/year × 5 = $3,400. Diaz Editor €197 once.
Try Diaz Editor — €197 lifetime
€197 one-time. No subscription. 3 device seats. Building-scale CAD without the cloud.
Get the licence — €197Other comparisons
Wat je krijgt voor €197
Eenmalig. Levenslang. 3 seats. Geen abonnement.
- Diaz Editor Pro — levenslange licentie voor je hele werkdag
- 3 seats — jij + je voorman + je werkvoorbereider ✓
- Alle disciplines in één tool — bouw, timmer, elektra, sanitair, mechanisch, solar 4 tools uitgespaard
- DXF-export — werkt met elke architect, aannemer of installateur Inbegrepen
- 1-klik PDF export — offerte, werktekening en stuklijst in één pakket Inbegrepen
- DXF + CNC export voor de werkplaats — zaaglijsten, snijbladen, frees-paden Inbegrepen
- Alle toekomstige updates — v0.4, v0.5, v0.6... Inbegrepen
- Feedbackformulier dat direct bij de ontwikkelaar aankomt Inbegrepen
Gemaakt voor zelfstandigen + kleine teams (1-10 personen). Niet voor architecten of utility-scale engineering — daar zijn AutoCAD en Aurora beter in.
Introductieprijs — gaat omhoog bij v0.5:
€197 vandaag
Stripe checkout. Direct download na betaling.
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