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Best Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Software

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9.0
Navisworks
★★★★★

Navisworks

Navisworks is a project review software designed to allow architecture, engineering, and construction professionals to review integrated models and data with stakeholders to better control project outcomes.

An Excellent Tool! - Meadow G.

Ease of use
8.5
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9.0
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0.0
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8.8
Vectorworks Designer
★★★★★

Vectorworks Designer

Vectorworks, Inc. is a global design and BIM software developer serving over 650,000 professionals in the architecture, landscape and entertainment industries. Since 1985, we've been committed to helping designers capture inspiration, nurture innovation, communicate effectively and bring their visions to life. With our cross-platform software, designers can build data-rich, visual models without sacrificing the design process, while ...

Does everything I need - Richard J.

Ease of use
8.2
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8.8
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0.0
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8.8
Trimble SysQue
★★★★★

Trimble SysQue

Trimble SysQue is a solution for MEP designers and contractors for a seamless workflow from design to fabrication to construction, improves the accuracy and consistency of the models.

Modeling with realworld families - Derek W.

Ease of use
8.3
Support
8.9
Ease of Setup
0.0

Languages supported: English

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9.0
Revit
★★★★★

Revit

RevitВ® building design software is specifically built for Building Information Modeling (BIM), empowering design and construction professionals to bring ideas from concept to construction with a coordinated and consistent model-based approach.

I have limited experience, but so far so good! - Clara S.

Ease of use
7.2
Support
9.4
Ease of Setup
6.9

Languages supported: English

Platforms: Mac, Win, Linux

Price: $$$$$

Business Size: 1

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9.6
DataCAD
★★★★★

DataCAD

DataCAD is a professional-level CADD program for architectural design, presentation, and construction document creation.

Datacad has been my go to software for construction documents for over 24 years. - Josh H.

Ease of use
9.3
Support
9.6
Ease of Setup
0.0

Languages supported: Czech, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Portuguese

Platforms: Win

Price: $$$$$

Business Size: 1

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9.4
IrisVR Prospect
★★★★★

IrisVR Prospect

IrisVR is software for immersive design review and collaboration in virtual reality. It is used by BIM and VDC teams, design firms, and engineers who coordinate 3D models and implement design and construction processes.

An amazing jay-dropping experience. - jason m.

Ease of use
10.0
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10.0
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0.0

Languages supported: English

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9.0
Autodesk Ecotest Analysis
★★★★★

Autodesk Ecotest Analysis

Ecotect Analysis sustainable design analysis software is a comprehensive concept-to-detail sustainable building design tool. Ecotect Analysis offers a wide range of simulation and building energy analysis functionality that can improve performance of existing buildings and new building designs.

Scalable Industry-grade Analysis Tool - Administrator in Semiconductors

Ease of use
7.3
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0.0
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0.0
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7.2
iConstruct
★★★★★

iConstruct

iConstruct is a business information modeling (BIM) software for Autodesk Navisworks for a large range of industries worldwide that ensures a project is as efficient and simple as possible for teams to manage and maintain from concept to completion and beyond.

Solid information to drive the success of every project idealized with iConstruct. - User in Construction

Ease of use
6.0
Support
7.1
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0.0
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8.8
SketchUp
★★★★★

SketchUp

SketchUp is friendly and forgiving 3D modeling software

The effect of Sketchup on my sector - Raghavendra V.

Ease of use
8.9
Support
8.7
Ease of Setup
0.0

Platforms: Mac, Win, Linux

Price: $$$$$

Business Size: 1

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9.2
Trimble Field Points
★★★★★

Trimble Field Points

Trimble Field Points is designed for MEP contractors who need to create field layout points in SketchUp, Revit, or AutoCAD for direct integration with Trimble's robotic total stations.

TRIMBLE FIELD POINTS for Revit - Administrator in Construction

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9.0
Tekla Structural Designer
★★★★★

Tekla Structural Designer

Tekla Structural Designer is revolutionary software that gives engineers the power to analyze and design buildings efficiently and profitably.

Useful for drawing and modeling - Grace R.

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9.0
IStruct
★★★★★

IStruct

IStruct is a layout, design and structural analysis solution that combines layout/drafting, single member design, reporting, and a real-time 3D experience.

ISTRUCT ...A Product designed for Startups agencies - Sourav S.

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8.0
RAM Structural System
★★★★★

RAM Structural System

RAM Structural System provides you a complete solution for analysis, design, drafting, and documentation for steel and concrete buildings, foundations, and even individual structural components; all in compliance with your local building codes.

Using RAM always enhances our design and analysis experience. - Alan M.

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Languages supported: English

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9.4
The Wild
★★★★★

The Wild

The Wild is a collaboration platform for designers to create and share immersive experiences. The Wild enables design teams to experience their work together from anywhere, in real-time, on any virtual or augmented reality device.

We have had a good experience with The Wild. - User in Architecture & Planning

Ease of use
8.7
Support
0.0
Ease of Setup
0.0

Languages supported: English

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9.0
Tekla Structures
★★★★★

Tekla Structures

Tekla Structures is the most constructible structural software for BIM. With it, you can create, combine, manage and share accurate multi-material 3D models full of construction information.

Very flexible and versatile BIM software - Ammon N.

Ease of use
8.3
Support
9.3
Ease of Setup
8.4

Platforms: Mac, Win, Linux

Price: $$$$$

Business Size: 1

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8.4
STAAD.Pro
★★★★★

STAAD.Pro

Perform comprehensive analysis and design for any size or type of structure faster than ever before using the new STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition. Simplify your BIM workflow by using a physical model in STAAD.Pro that is automatically converted into the analytical model for your structural analysis. Share synchronized models with confidence for multi-discipline team collaboration and, most importantly, deliver safe, cost-effective designs.

A professional software for both steel and RCC structure Analysis & Design - yogesh j.

Ease of use
7.6
Support
8.3
Ease of Setup
0.0

Languages supported: German, English, French, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified)

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8.0
Revit LT
★★★★★

Revit LT

Experience intuitive Building Information Modeling (BIM) with Revit LT™ software. Produce high-quality 3D architectural designs and documentation using BIM software that uses a coordinated, model-based environment.

An excellent design software for BIM Age - ЕЃukasz .

Ease of use
7.7
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8.0
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0.0
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9.6
VISIO PID Process Designer
★★★★★

VISIO PID Process Designer

Visio P&ID Process Designer is an add-on to Microsoft Visio Professional software that improves the productivity of the user for creating Process Flow Diagrams (PFD's) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's).

One of the best add ons to Microsoft Office - Anuj N.

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8.6
OpenBuildings Designer
★★★★★

OpenBuildings Designer

OpenBuildings Designer is a single building information modeling (BIM) software application for multi-discipline teams.

AECOSIM A MASTER TOOL - Deepanshu J.

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Languages supported: Czech, German, English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified)

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7.6
PresentiGo
★★★★★

PresentiGo

Next Gen Presentation and Sales Enablement Software

Good app for flowcharts funnels and presentation. - Chidu C.

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9.0
AutoCAD Plant 3D
★★★★★

AutoCAD Plant 3D

AutoCADВ® P&ID software helps designers and engineers quickly create and edit P&IDs with familiar AutoCAD in-context editing tools.

Drawing smart P&ID's, 3D piping design and iso/MTO generation with autoplant 3D - Sam V.

Ease of use
8.6
Support
9.0
Ease of Setup
8.3
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8.6
Civil 3D
★★★★★

Civil 3D

Civil 3D civil engineering design software is a civil design and documentation solution that supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows.

Powerful Tool - Would Recommend - Meghan B.

Ease of use
7.2
Support
8.5
Ease of Setup
6.7
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8.8
ALLPLAN
★★★★★

ALLPLAN

Allplan Architecture is object-oriented 3D design software. Allplan Architecture supports architects and designers from presentation of the initial draft to the production of working drawings and detailed design layouts, as well as construction cost planning.

20 Years with Allplan - Carlo B.

Ease of use
9.0
Support
8.6
Ease of Setup
9.2
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8.0
MicroStation
★★★★★

MicroStation

MicroStation is a modeling environment explicitly for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operation of all infrastructure types including utility systems, roads and rail, bridges, buildings, communications networks, water and wastewater networks, process plants, mining, and more. MicroStation can be used either as a software application or as a technology platform.

16 years experience MicroStation User - Ron R.

Ease of use
7.6
Support
7.7
Ease of Setup
6.7

Languages supported: Czech, German, English, Finnish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Chinese (Simplified)

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7.2
Matterport
★★★★★

Matterport

Matterport's 3D media platform lets you create, navigate, modify & share interactive 3D & virtual reality spaces for multiple industries incl real estate, travel, AEC.

TAKES YOUR MONEY FOR NOTHING - Administrator in Real Estate

Ease of use
8.7
Support
6.7
Ease of Setup
0.0

Languages supported: English, French, Japanese, Spanish

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9.0
SolidWorks Electrical 3D
★★★★★

SolidWorks Electrical 3D

SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D enables you to place electrical components and use SOLIDWORKS routing technology to automatically interconnect electrical design elements within a 3D model. 2D schematics and 3D models are synchronized bi-directionally in real time so any changes are automatically updated

Total control of your designs - Roger C.

Ease of use
8.8
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9.0
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0.0
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9.0
Cadmatic 3D plant design
★★★★★

Cadmatic 3D plant design

The Cadmatic plant design solution is dedicated to plant layout, piping design, HVAC design, design review and related tasks such as the 3D modelling of complete industrial projects, the creation of P&IDs (piping and instrumentation diagrams) and the generation of isometric drawings as well as data sharing in different formats.

User and Administrator - Luiz B.

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9.0
Tekla Tedds
★★★★★

Tekla Tedds

Tekla Tedds is powerful software developed to meet the needs of the structural engineering workflow and designed to help you automate your repetitive structural calculations. Choose from one or more of our regularly updated calculation libraries or write your own, and create professional documentation every time. Combine your structural calculations with 2D frame analysis.

Good element and frame analysis and design software - Consultant in Civil Engineering

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