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With Autodesk Flex small businesses only have to pay for what they need when they need it

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Autodesk is "committed to supporting small businesses with the experiences, flexibility, and pricing they need to grow and compete". That's why they have launched Autodesk for Small Business with the hope of unlocking growth for the many small teams and entrepreneurs who depend on its technology.

A key part of this is the recognition that small businesses operate with tighter margins and less predictable revenue, which makes paying for annual subscriptions of the best 3D modeling software almost impossible. Thankfully, Autodesk offers a token-based licensing model called 'Autodesk Flex' so you only ever pay for what you need when you need it.

Autodesk has also recently lowered the barrier to entry for small businesses by slashing the minimum purchase requirement from 100 tokens ($300) to just 33 tokens ($99). This makes it easier to access 100+ Autodesk products — including AutoCAD, Revit, Fusion, 3ds Max, and Maya — with no subscription or long-term commitment.

So, whether your team size fluctuates, your work is project-based, or you simply want to explore new tools without overcommitting, Flex adapts to how you actually work, not the other way around.

Work smart with Autodesk Flex

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Autodesk Flex just got more flexible for businesses – and more affordable. With a lower purchase minimum of $99, you can buy only the tokens you need with less upfront commitment. Access 100+ Autodesk products, get started fast, and scale as your work evolves.

My top three Autodesk packages

Autodesk 3ds Max
Autodesk 3ds Max

3ds Max has been my go-to package for the past two decades, and in my opinion, it has gone from strength to strength. The software lets you create immersive worlds and high-quality renders.

Autodesk AutoCAD
Annual subscription
Autodesk AutoCAD

The industry standard for 2D and 3D draughting. Features new AI tools for boosting workflows and enabling users to focus on the heart of the creative process.

Autodesk Fusion
Annual subscription
Autodesk Fusion

This Autodesk package features dedicated tools for design and manufacturing. Includes integrated design, manufacturing, electronics, and data management.

I've relied on Autodesk software for the best part of two decades, and it's never let me down. I've utilized 3ds Max, AutoCAD, Maya, Revit, and Mudbox, although there are plenty of other packages in the Autodesk lineup.

If your business would like to explore the latest ways to save with the software brand, check out our dedicated Autodesk Promo Codes hub, which we update regularly.

Paul Hatton
Tech writer

Writer, app-hoarder, and professional "low battery" enthusiast. Paul spends his days testing wearables so you don’t have to, and his nights wondering if his sleep tracker is judging him. He’s fascinated by the tech that claims to make us better humans—and if it’s wearable, downloadable, or requires a firmware update, he has thoughts on it.

With over 20 years of experience and a first-class Computer Science degree, Paul has navigated the front lines of the tech and creative industries. His work has been published internationally and appears regularly in Digital Camera World and Creative Bloq.