SPIRIT
SPIRIT: Windows CAD/BIM for architectural planning, with 2D drafting and 3D building models. Ranked #23 of 36 in Architecture Software by our editors (6.7/10); pricing: 14-day trial; best for windows drafters needing BIM-compatible workflows.
At a glance
- Editor score6.7 / 10
- Pricing14-day trial
- Best forWindows drafters needing BIM-compatible workflows
- Free planNo
- Paid from€37.50/user/mo
- BIM workflowsYes
- Facts checked23 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports 2D drafting, 3D building models and BIM-oriented workflows.
- Handles area calculations, views, sections, cost and quantity evaluation.
- Exchanges DWG, DXF, IFC, PDF, SKP, STL, Collada and glTF files.
Where it doesn't
- Verified platform coverage is limited to Windows 10 and Windows 11.
- Subscription pricing starts at €37.50 per user per month, excluding VAT.
- SPIRIT lite is limited to classic 2D CAD drafting.
Our verdict on SPIRIT
SPIRIT is desktop CAD and BIM software from SOFTTECH for architectural and construction planning. It is aimed at architects, specialist planners, construction companies, municipalities, tradespeople and designers who need to produce design, building-application, working or detail plans. Its feature set spans 2D drafting and annotation, 3D building models and BIM-oriented workflows, alongside architectural components, views, sections and room or floor-area calculations. The combination makes it relevant to teams that need more than a 2D drafting tool, while the range of intended users means buyers should compare the edition against their specific planning needs.
The subscription editions scale by capability. SPIRIT lite costs €37.50 per user per month for classic 2D CAD drafting. SPIRIT plan is €120 per user per month and adds 2D components, drawing styles, reference functions and import of common data formats. SPIRIT pro is €185 per user per month and offers 2D and 3D building-model CAD-BIM. Published subscription prices exclude VAT. Single-seat and floating perpetual licenses are also offered for SPIRIT plan and SPIRIT pro; lite is subscription-only. A 14-day free trial gives prospective buyers a way to assess the software before committing.
For exchange and coordination, SPIRIT supports IFC workflows through an IFC manager and documents import and export for formats including DWG, DXF, IFC, PDF, SketchUp, STL, Collada and glTF. Integrations include AVANTI, AUSSCHREIBEN.DE and DBD-BIM. Reference management and shared office library storage support office workflows, while cost management and quantity evaluation connect design work with project evaluation. Support channels include phone, community and documentation. SPIRIT is a stronger fit for Windows-based practices that need architectural CAD with BIM-compatible exchange and planning tools; teams requiring verified support beyond Windows should consider another option.
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SPIRIT fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €37.50/user/mo |
| BIM workflows | Yes |
| Construction documents | Yes |
| Rendering tools | Not verified |
| Supported file formats | DWG, DXF, S12 (SPIRIT), IFC, SketchUp (SKP), glTF, STL, Collada, PDF, JPG, BMP, PNG, NAS (ALKIS), Excel, Word |
| Team collaboration | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10 and Windows 11 |
| Free trial | 14 days |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Support | Phone, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: AVANTI, AUSSCHREIBEN.DE, DBD-BIM |
| Pricing | 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | softtech.de |
| Facts checked | 23 Sep 2026 |
SPIRIT integrations
SPIRIT lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- AVANTI
- AUSSCHREIBEN.DE
- DBD-BIM
Alternatives to SPIRIT
- Autodesk RevitA Windows BIM tool for multidisciplinary modeling, documentation, and model coordination.9.4
- ArchicadA full architectural BIM workflow with openBIM and cloud teamwork, at a substantial annual cost.9.2
- AllplanA multidisciplinary BIM suite with coordination, detailing and cost workflows at annual per-user prices.9.1
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