--- description: Review of ARCHICAD Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: ARCHICAD | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice AU --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Construction Software for Mac](/directory/3831/mac/software) > [ARCHICAD](/software/125467/archicad) # ARCHICAD Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/125467/archicad Page: 1 / 12\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/125467/archicad?page=2) > Archicad by Graphisoft is a building information modeling (BIM) solution designed for architects, designers, interior designers and urban planners. The product caters to small and midsize businesses and is available both in cloud-based and on-premise deployment options. Archicad features conceptual design, which enables users to calculate floor area in a construction plan. The product also features a visualization module, which allows users to extract still images and animations for a building plan. Archicad’s automatic drawing generation provides users the tools to extract standard documents such as building views, sections, elevations and 3D documents. Archicad features Solibri Model Checker, which analyzes the building information model to identify potential design weaknesses and clashing components. It also ensures that the designs follow recommended BIM standards. Users can also estimate the energy requirements and costs for a model. Archicad offers integration with different construction systems, such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Tekla BIMsight and Allplan Engineering systems. What is Archicad? Archicad is a building information management system with tools for designing, visualizing, and delivering building plans. How do I use Archicad? Users login to Archicad to collaborate with their team on architectural plans. They can utilize tools for design and modeling that can be automatically documented to save time. Who uses Archicad? Architects and building designers How much does Archicad cost? Archicad is priced at $200 plus tax per month with annual billing. However, there's an option to get the Collaborate Bundle, which bundles Archicad with BIMcloud and BIMx Pro, for a more attractive rate of $225 plus tax per month, also billed annually. Does Archicad have an app? They provide an app, BIMx, in order to view designs. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 279 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 279 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: GRAPHISOFT - **Founded**: 1984 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: USD 33.33 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Czech, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Armenia, Aruba, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda and 179 more ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Imaging - 3D Modeling - Access Controls/Permissions - Activity Tracking - Animation - Annotations - Approval Process Control - Architectural Symbol Library - BIM Modeling - Bills of Material - CAD Tools - Change Management - Collaboration Tools - Comparison View - Component Library - Configurable Workflow - Conflict Tracking - Contact Management - Content Library ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum ## Category - [Construction Software for Mac](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/3831/mac/software) ## Related Categories - [Construction Software for Mac](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/3831/mac/software) - [Construction Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/1722/best-apps/software) - [Paving Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/3795/paving/software) - [Construction Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4133/construction/software) - [House Design Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4182/architecture/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The other thing that is a really awsome feature in this program is the costumisation of every single thing, you dont have to download almost any object to compleate the 3d, even the simplification of objects is excelent, you can for example place a door with a lot of details or just a realy minimalistic door from the same object. The integration with other apps is amazing, from my experience this is a really important factor for a good 3d modeling software, > > **Cons**: What I like the least of this software after 7 years of using it is the making of the ramps, it's not as customizable as the stairs. > > For my experience its a program that can run smothly in an ordinary PC, also has an amazing backup, the times that I expirience this programg crashing I didnt lose anything. You can model really big proyects and it doesnt have any problem. And last but not least, like every program that can be used for professionals as for students it's amazing that they have a student free version. ----- ### "Archicad is an alright software" — 5.0/5 > **Emmanuel** | *4 August 2024* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: Its ease of use makes it very easy to pick up > > **Cons**: its interface is not very appealing to new users > > fairly good the only issue I have was that to get good renders you need another app ----- ### "Well designed cad package, Rendering can be improved" — 5.0/5 > **Rimi** | *17 December 2018* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Full feature set, and integration but also interface that is not cumbersome to get used to. Switch from previous packages was not an issue. > > **Cons**: Rendering compared to our other solution was not as crisp, at least from our experience. But end result was good enough for our clients. > > still the overall value would be make it a good option, unless you are already seasoned with a different CAD and BIM package. Also rendering output results and image realism is a consideration to keep in mind. ----- ### "Solid architectural software which makes everyday life more easy" — 5.0/5 > **Christopher** | *17 July 2023* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: It integrates well with how we operate at the office. We can seamless work together on bigger projects, as well as manage smaller projects on a one employee level. > > **Cons**: In our experience the software lacks some features seen in other competitors software. Even though these features are not crucial for our workflow, it would be a nice addition. > > Our overall experience with the software is great. It is easy to set up for new employees, as well as manage from day to day. It has the features crucial for our daily work. ----- ### "Fantastic drafting and BIM software" — 5.0/5 > **Brian** | *30 November 2022* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Archicad is very easy to use, has every feature I can think of, and is just as easy to design in 3D as it is in 2D (usually at the same time) > > **Cons**: The biggest con is that most engineering firms use Revit, so the collaborative element with outside firms is limited. > > I really enjoy using Archicad and exploring the options available. I am constantly finding new ways to use the program ----- Page: 1 / 12\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/125467/archicad?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/125467/archicad) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data