Head-to-head · BIM Objects Software
BIM&CO Onfly vs ARCAT BIM
BIM&CO Onfly leads on 0 checks, ARCAT BIM on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBIM&CO Onfly · 8.5/10
- Free planonly ARCAT BIM
- Free trialonly BIM&CO Onfly
- Most featuresBIM&CO Onfly · 3 of 3
BIM&CO Onfly scores higher on our rubric for bim objects software: 8.5 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
ARCAT BIM offers free plan; BIM&CO Onfly doesn't. On distribution channels, BIM&CO Onfly gives you Multi-channel where ARCAT BIM offers Platform.
BIM&CO Onfly is the better fit for manufacturers managing and distributing BIM catalogs. ARCAT BIM is the better fit for designers browsing manufacturer BIM objects and specs.
- BIM&CO Onfly fits best
Manufacturers managing and distributing BIM catalogs
- ARCAT BIM fits best
Designers browsing manufacturer BIM objects and specs
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Side by side
| Feature | BIM&CO Onfly 8.5/10 Visit ↗ | ARCAT BIM 8.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.5 | 8.1 |
| Ranking | #3 in BIM Objects Software | #7 in BIM Objects Software |
| Best for | Manufacturers managing and distributing BIM catalogs | Designers browsing manufacturer BIM objects and specs |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Pricing on request · 14-day trial | Free plan · pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Browser extension | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs | |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features BIM&CO Onfly 3/3 · ARCAT BIM 2/3 | ||
| Object authoring | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Catalog management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Usage analytics | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Supported formats | RFA, DWG, images, PDF, XLS, IFC, SKP | RFA, RVT, DWG, SKP, IFC, GLB |
| Distribution channels | Multi-channel | Platform |
| Supported languages | 7 | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | BIM&CO Onfly is a cloud-based platform for organizing BIM libraries and product data, aimed at manufacturers and AEC teams that need to maintain and share building-product content. Its central library supports browsing content from Revit,… Read the review → |
ARCAT BIM is a library of building-product BIM objects and systems for architects, engineers, contractors, and other design professionals. It is aimed at people looking for manufacturer-specific content to use in BIM and CAD workflows.… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
BIM&CO Onfly — where it wins
- Edits object data and distributes updates across projects
- Manages classifications, properties, templates, and naming conventions
- Distributes catalogues across channels with usage metrics
Where it doesn't
- Pricing is available through contact with sales
- No free plan; the trial is limited to 14 days
- Documented support channels are limited to documentation
ARCAT BIM — where it wins
- Search by building-product category and CSI division
- Free downloads include Revit family and system files plus DWG
- Browse BIM objects alongside specs, CAD drawings, and product information
Where it doesn't
- Manufacturer listing and content services are a separate offering
- Manufacturer services require a demo or information request
- The library centers on manufacturer product content, not general-purpose BIM tools
- BIM&CO Onfly8.5/10 · Pricing on request · 14-day trial
A central workspace for maintaining BIM libraries, product data, and catalogue distribution.
Visit BIM&COFull verdict → - ARCAT BIM8.1/10 · Free plan · pricing on request
A free-to-browse library of manufacturer BIM objects, drawings, specifications, and product information.
Visit ARCAT BIMFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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