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Head-to-head · Architecture Software

Archicad vs Graphisoft BIMx

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Archicad #2 in Architecture Software 8.2/10 From $201/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Graphisoft
Graphisoft BIMx #6 in Architecture Software 6.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Graphisoft

Archicad leads on 0 checks, Graphisoft BIMx on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreArchicad · 8.2/10
  • Free planonly Graphisoft BIMx

Archicad scores higher on our rubric for architecture software: 8.2 against 6.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Graphisoft BIMx offers free plan; Archicad doesn't.

Archicad is the better fit for architecture teams focused on openBIM collaboration. Graphisoft BIMx is the better fit for teams sharing and reviewing BIM models.

  • Archicad fits best

    Architecture teams focused on openBIM collaboration

  • Graphisoft BIMx fits best

    Teams sharing and reviewing BIM models

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Side by side

Feature Archicad 8.2/10 Visit ↗ Graphisoft BIMx 6.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.2 6.8
Ranking #2 in Architecture Software #6 in Architecture Software
Best for Architecture teams focused on openBIM collaboration Teams sharing and reviewing BIM models
Pricing model Paid Free
Starting price $201/user/mo Not published
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs Tickets, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Archicad 0/4 · Graphisoft BIMx 0/4
BIM workflows Not published Not published
Construction documents Not published Not published
Rendering tools Not published Not published
Team collaboration Not published Not published
Specs
Supported file formats Not published .bimx
Supported platforms Not published web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Our review
Pros
  • Connects architectural modeling with coordinated construction documentation and takeoffs
  • Supports IFC, BCF, IDS, clash detection, and issue tracking
  • BIMcloud collaboration and integrations with tools such as Solibri and Twinmotion
  • Links interactive 3D models with 2D layouts and BIM data
  • Includes 2D and 3D measurement, element details, and issue markups
  • Runs on web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Cons
  • Commercial access starts at $201 per user monthly with annual billing
  • Graphisoft-hosted BIMcloud and MEP design are in the higher Collaborate tier
  • Desktop support is limited to Windows and macOS
  • It is for model presentation and review, not BIM authoring
  • Some collaboration features depend on Graphisoft account status or eligibility
  • Sharing options vary between Model Transfer links and private hyper-model sharing
Our verdict

Archicad is Graphisoft’s building information modeling software for architects, designers, engineers, and other AEC professionals. It brings architectural modeling, construction documentation, visualization, quantity takeoffs, clash…

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Graphisoft BIMx brings 3D models, 2D layouts, and BIM data together in hyper-models for architects, engineers, construction teams, and clients. It is designed for exploring and presenting project information rather than creating or…

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  1. ArchicadArchitecture Software 8.2From $201/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial
  2. Graphisoft BIMxArchitecture Software 6.8Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Archicad — where it wins

    • Connects architectural modeling with coordinated construction documentation and takeoffs
    • Supports IFC, BCF, IDS, clash detection, and issue tracking
    • BIMcloud collaboration and integrations with tools such as Solibri and Twinmotion

    Where it doesn't

    • Commercial access starts at $201 per user monthly with annual billing
    • Graphisoft-hosted BIMcloud and MEP design are in the higher Collaborate tier
    • Desktop support is limited to Windows and macOS

  • Graphisoft BIMx — where it wins

    • Links interactive 3D models with 2D layouts and BIM data
    • Includes 2D and 3D measurement, element details, and issue markups
    • Runs on web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • It is for model presentation and review, not BIM authoring
    • Some collaboration features depend on Graphisoft account status or eligibility
    • Sharing options vary between Model Transfer links and private hyper-model sharing
  • Archicad8.2/10 · From $201/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial

    A full architectural BIM workflow with openBIM and cloud teamwork, at a substantial annual cost.

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  • Graphisoft BIMx6.8/10 · Free plan

    A free BIM model viewer for teams sharing and reviewing linked 3D and 2D project information.

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