As with most Autodesk-backed big-name software, Inventor boasts a fully parametric modeling toolset that can handle direct edits and freeform 3D modeling. Within its interface, users can work both in integrated 2D and 3D views to accurately design and test a product idea before actually building it. Inventor is a 3D CAD program geared towards and designed for mechanical design, visualization, simulation, and digital prototyping. The company has a lot more programs under its belt with Autodesk Inventor being one of them.